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Feb 21

Community World Trivia Returns! We are Looking for Sponsors and Teams!

By Gabe DiMaio Education, Events

Community World Trivia is an evening of fun, fueled by some friendly competition. Businesses, schools, and service providers from all across the region send teams of six to compete for the title of Buffalo’s Most Globally Smart. That may be a mouthful, but for the many years, it has surely been a coveted prize. Community World Trivia is not only…

Apr 26

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Durgham Alyasiri: Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month

By Jeff Mayne Education, History, News

In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Iraqi-American and former IIB client, Durgham Alyasiri. Durgham Alyasiri left Iraq as a young child, along with his mother, brother, and sister, after gaining temporary asylum in Jordan.…

Apr 26

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In Case You Missed It: Community World Trivia Mentioned on WBFO

By Gabe DiMaio Education, Events

IIB Communications Director Gabe DiMaio spoke with WBFO's Jay Moran during Morning Edition recently to discuss the International Insititute of Buffalo's education mission and the fundraiser to support programs such as Model United Nations, Global Kids, and other global education and community programs, such as cultural competency training and IIB’s community lectures. These programs bring global perspectives to Western New…

Apr 23

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National Volunteer Week!

By Jeff Mayne News, Volunteer

It’s National Volunteer Week and we want to recognize and celebrate the integral role our dedicated team of volunteers play in our mission to make Western New York a better place for, and because of, immigrants and refugees. Throughout the year you’ll see IIB volunteers give their time in numerous ways to support our important work we provide in the…

Apr 19

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Wheels for Workers 716 Donates 13 Bikes for Refugee Families

By Jeff Mayne Donations, News

Local non-profit Wheels for Workers 716 stopped by our location on Delaware Avenue to generously donate 13 bicycles, along with helmets and locks. They’ll now be given to our newly arrived refugee clients to help them get to and from work, school, grocery shopping, and other essential destinations. Since this past September, Wheels for Workers has now donated a total…

Apr 17

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Photo Credit: Kevin Hayes. Spectrum News

In Case you Missed it! Spectrum News Airs Deep-Dive into Record-Breaking 2024 Model UN

By Jeff Mayne Education, Events, News

In case you missed it! Spectrum News Reporter Kevin Hayes’ deep dive into this year’s record-breaking Model UN General Assembly recently hit television screens. The day of lively debates hosted by the University at Buffalo marked the International Institute of Buffalo’s 20th year of presenting the marquee event to high school students across Western New York. This year drew over…

Apr 15

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Ahmed Zewail: Arab American Heritage Month and Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

By Jeff Mayne Education, History, News

In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who've helped shape America's vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Nobel Laureate Egyptian-American chemist, Ahmed Zewail. Ahmed Zewail, nicknamed the "Father of Femtochemistry," was the first Egyptian scientist to receive a Nobel Prize in Chemistry. His work proved…

Apr 08

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Mohammed Amer: Arab American Heritage Month and Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

By Jeff Mayne Education, History, News

In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Palestinian-American stand-up comedian Mohammed Amer. Amer's unique perspective, shaped by his cultural background, has earned him widespread recognition, including mainstream media appearances and a Netflix comedy special. In…

Apr 04

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In Case You Missed It: A Taste of the Middle East

By Gabe DiMaio Donations, Events

In case you missed it, we recently hosted our "A Taste of the Middle East" dinner for Good Neighbor Society members and their guests. Good Neighbor Society members who’ve donated $100 or more to our annual fund have access to special events such as this one. The event took place at our location in downtown Buffalo and featured food catered…

Apr 03

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We were honored to welcome 50 New Americans from 20 countries while they took their citizenship oaths at the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Naturalization Ceremony in downtown Buffalo this morning.

IIB Welcomes 50 New Americans from 20 Countries!

By Jeff Mayne News

We were honored to welcome 50 New Americans from 20 countries while they took their citizenship oaths at the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Naturalization Ceremony in downtown Buffalo this morning. The countries from which these new American citizens traveled are: Australia, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bhutan, Burma, Canada, China, Dominican Republic, India, Iraq, Israel, Jamaica, Kosovo, Philippines, Sierra Leone, South Korea,…

Apr 03

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month

By Jeff Mayne Education, News, Survive Support

April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and chances are someone in your life has experienced sexual violence. Family and friends, colleagues, neighbors, and classmates carry the trauma and burden of sexual assault with them. Nationwide, 81% of women and 43% of men report experiencing sexual harassment and/or assault in their lifetime. Sexual violence affects all people, regardless of geography, race,…

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Community World Trivia Returns! We are Looking for Sponsors and Teams!

Durgham Alyasiri: Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month

In Case You Missed It: Community World Trivia Mentioned on WBFO

Wheels for Workers 716 Donates 13 Bikes for Refugee Families

In Case you Missed it! Spectrum News Airs Deep-Dive into Record-Breaking 2024 Model UN

Ahmed Zewail: Arab American Heritage Month and Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

Mohammed Amer: Arab American Heritage Month and Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

In Case You Missed It: A Taste of the Middle East

IIB Welcomes 50 New Americans from 20 Countries!

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

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