International Institute of Buffalo (IIB)

Jun 04
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Ana De Armas: Caribbean American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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As Caribbean American Heritage Month kicks off, we’re recognizing the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning actress Ana de Armas. Ana de Armas was born in April of 1988 in Havana, Cuba. Her father, a bank manager, and mother, a human resources professional, raised her and…
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May 29
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Carl Djerassi: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Jewish Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing scientist Dr. Carl Djerassi. Carl Djerassi was born in Vienna, Austria, in 1923. Born to physician parents, he spent his first five years in Bulgaria before moving back to…
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May 29
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Rhoda Magbitang: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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As Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month ends, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight award-winning executive chef, Rhoda Magbitang. Born in the Philippines, Rhoda Magbitang was raised in Pampanga, widely known as the country’s culinary capital. As a child,…
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May 21
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IIB Welcomes 16 New Americans from 11 Countries

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We were honored to welcome 16 New Americans from 11 countries while they took their citizenship oaths at a special U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Naturalization Ceremony at the Southtowns Family YMCA. Here are the countries from which these new American citizens traveled: Bangladesh, Belarus, Bhutan, Canada, China, Congo, El Salvador, Israel, Pakistan, Philippines, Tajikistan. Click here to learn more about…
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May 12
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Fazlur Rahman Khan: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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  In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing civil engineer and architect, Fazlur Rahman Khan – known as the “Einstein of Structural Engineering.” Fazlur Rahman Khan was born on April…
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May 08
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S. Z. Sakall: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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S. Z. Sakall, born Jakab Grünwald on February 2, 1883, in Budapest, Hungary, was one of six siblings. His father worked as a sculptor. Sakall discovered an early passion for theatre, demonstrated by the vaudeville-style shows he wrote as a schoolboy. He launched his professional career on stages in Budapest and Vienna, quickly becoming popular in both opera and comedy.…
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May 07
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Donations Needed

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  At this time we are not holding open donation hours on site. To coordinate your drop offs, please contact our donations team at: donations@iibuff.org Although our refugee resettlement program has seen challenges over the last few years, we are still working to assist our newest neighbors integrate as valued members of our community. The International Institute of Buffalo has…
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May 06
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IIB Welcomes 20 New Americans from 12 Countries

By In the Community, News
We were honored to welcome 20 New Americans from 12 countries while they took their citizenship oaths at the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services Naturalization Ceremony in downtown Buffalo. Here are the countries from which these new American citizens traveled: Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brazil, Canada, Congo, Dominican Republic, Iraq, Pakistan, Philippines, Tajikistan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Click here to learn more about…
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May 05
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Ronny Chieng: Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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In celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander 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 award-winning comedian, actor, and writer Ronny Chieng. Ronny Chieng was born in 1984 in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, into a Malaysian Chinese family. Growing…
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May 04
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2026 Community World Trivia Results: The Bird Brains Defend Title of “Buffalo’s Most Globally Smart!”

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It was another rollicking night of trivia, as 14 teams battled it out to compete for the title of "Buffalo's Most Globally Smart," and results are officially in! Our 21st consecutive year of hosting, Roswell Park's Gaylord Cary Conference Room was the venue for teams from across the region to once again test their knowledge, show their enthusiasm, and enjoy…
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