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World Refugee Day 2024

By Education, Events
At the International Institute of Buffalo, every day is World Refugee Day. Our mission is to welcome refugees, recognize their struggles, and work with them on their resettlement as they start a new chapter in their lives. Technically, June 20 is the day that the United Nations designated as World Refugee Day. It’s a time to pause and reflect on…
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In Case You Missed It– Jennifer Rizzo-Choi Appears on On Target with Penny Wolfgang

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Executive Director of the International Institute of Buffalo, Jennifer Rizzo-Choi, discussed the business case for why immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers are good for Western New York during a recent interview with Penny Wolfgang. If you missed it, here it is! Learn more about how New Americans are good for the business community and the economy, click here.     
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May 2024 Newsletter

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  The latest from the International Institute of Buffalo in the form of our May 2024 Newsletter Get more information about: News on where we will be in the community from Executive Director Jennifer Rizzo-Choi The results of our Community World Trivia Competition! Our recognition of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Our recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month Welcoming…
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April 2024 Newsletter

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The latest information from the International Institute of Buffalo in the form of our April 2024 newsletter Get more information about: News on more refugees coming to WNY from Executive Director Jennifer Rizzo-Choi Our Community World Trivia Competition. We want you to play trivia with us! Our recognition of Arab American Heritage Month Welcoming our newest American citizens Our IIB…
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In Case You Missed It: Community World Trivia Mentioned on WBFO

By 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…
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Solar Eclipse

IIB and ECDOH Make Important Solar Eclipse Prep Information Available in 11 Languages  

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Total Solar Eclipse occurs on Monday, April 8, 2024 The International Institute of Buffalo (IIB) has translated and made available important information about the total solar eclipse so people can safely enjoy this unique astrological phenomenon. IIB translated eclipse safety and preparedness information flyers into many of the top languages spoken in Western New York: عربية  Arabic Solar Eclipse Prep…
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The International Institute of Buffalo Launches Interpreting and Translation Services in Klingon Language

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April 1, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Dax, Son of Kang, Minister of Information Directorate, High Council, Klingon Empire Gabe DiMaio, Communications Director, International Institute of Buffalo (716) 883-1900 x377   Mobile: (716) 970-2357   The International Institute of Buffalo Launches Interpreting and Translation Services in Klingon Language Today, the International Institute of Buffalo and the Information Directorate…
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March 2024 Newsletter

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The latest and the greatest information from the International Institute of Buffalo in the form of our March 2024 Newsletter. Get more information about: Thoughts women who are overlooked from Executive Director Jennifer Rizzo-Choi Info on A Taste of the Middle East reception for members of the Good Neighbors Society Info on Community World Trivia An update on donations Welcoming our…
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