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Oct 14
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Ilio Dipaolo: Celebrating Italian Heritage Month

By Education
In celebration of Italian 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 Buffalo restaurateur and professional wrestler, Ilio DiPaolo. Ilio DiPaolo was born in Introdacqua, Italy, in 1926. At 23 years old and in the wake of World War II,…
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Oct 10
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Ana Navarro: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

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In celebration of Hispanic 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 political strategist and commentator, Ana Navarro. Ana Navarro was born in Chinandega, Nicaragua, in 1971. At eight years old, she and her family immigrated to the United States due…
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Oct 10
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Rizzo-Choi Speaks with BTPM on the Future of Refugee Resettlement and its Impacts on WNY

By In the Community, Media Mentions, News
  In case you missed it, Executive Director Jennifer Rizzo-Choi visited Buffalo Toronto Public Media NPR to speak with "What's Next?" host Jay Moran. In their wide-ranging interview, Rizzo-Choi explained how the annual Presidential Determination by the current federal administration reshapes refugee resettlement nationally and locally, including setting the ceiling for refugees admitted through the U.S. Refugee and Immigrant Program…
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Oct 09
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The Refugees of Comedy Coming October 15!

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A fundraiser for the International Institute of Buffalo Enjoy an evening of laughs from internationally touring comedians Thom Tran, Matt Kirshen, and Corrina Yee! Open bar with beer, wine, and soft drinks and international food from local restaurants. VIP packages available, including exclusive “meet and greet” access, liquor options, and preferred seating. Free Parking!           Comedian…

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Oct 08
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Henryk Arctowski: Celebrating Polish American Heritage Month

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In celebration of Polish American Heritage Month, we recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight world-renowned Polish American scientist Henryk Arctowski. Henryk Bronislaw Arctowski was born in Warsaw in 1871. His ancestors emigrated from Württemberg, Germany, to Poland in the 17th century. As a student…
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Oct 02
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Rita Levi-Montalcini: Celebrating Italian Heritage Month

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In celebration of Italian 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 Prize-winning neurobiologist Rita Levi-Montalcini. Born in Turin, Italy, in 1909, Levi-Montalcini started her career there before joining Washington University in St. Louis as a research associate in…
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Oct 01
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IIB Welcomes 35 New Americans from 22 Countries

By In the Community, News
We were honored to welcome 35 New Americans from 22 countries while they took their citizenship oaths at the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Naturalization Ceremony in downtown Buffalo this week. Here are the countries from which these new American citizens traveled: Argentina, Bangladesh, Belarus, Brazil, Burma, Canada, China, Congo, Dominican Republic, Germany, India, Iraq, Kosovo, Malaysia, Poland, Somalia, Sudan,…
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Sep 29
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Desi Arnaz: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

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In celebration of Hispanic 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 Cuban American Desi Arnaz, a trailblazing figure in the entertainment industry. Desi Arnaz was born in Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, in 1917. At 16, following the dangerous Cuban Revolution…
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Sep 24
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IIB Training: Intro to Court Interpreting

By Education, I/T Service Update
Intro to Court Interpreting Enhance your interpreting skills with our Court Interpreting training. Not only will this training instill the importance of professional conduct and ethical responsibilities, but you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the United States legal system. Open to interpreters of all levels, This training session meant for beginners in the field of interpreting but also serves as…
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Sep 22
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Tom Araya: Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month

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In celebration of National Hispanic 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 Chilean American metal vocalist and bassist Tom Araya. Tomás Enrique Araya Díaz was born in Viña del Mar, Chile, in 1961. At the age of five, Araya and…
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