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Human Trafficking 101 Seminars

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Please join us for a training and overview of human trafficking in the Western New York community. Seminars take place at the International Institute of Buffalo, 864 Delaware Avenue. Each seminar has the same content. What does human trafficking look like in Western NY? How do we identify people who are being trafficked? What can we do to help? TO…
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Great Decisions 2019

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Great Decisions 9 engaging foreign policy discussions introduced & facilitated by leading experts in Western New York   2019 Great Decisions Schedule The International Institute of Buffalo 864 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, NY 14209 Monday Evenings, 6:00-7:30 p.m. $7 Walk-Ins // $5 Educators & Students   2/04/2019 Refugees and Global Migration Dr. Korydon Smith, Ed.D., M. Arch., Department of Architecture, University…
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Holiday Wish List

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Drop off items listed below at the Institute Monday thru Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Winter items -  Hats, Gloves, Children’s Boots (all sizes) Diapers (all sizes) Price Rite Gift Cards ($20 increments) K-Mart Gift Cards ($20 increments)
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Statement In Response to Reduction of Refugee Admissions for FY2019

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Our America was founded as a refuge for pilgrims fleeing religious persecution. For centuries, other waves of refugees and immigrants followed: Irish, Germans, Russian Jews, Italians. All came seeking a better, safer life for themselves and their families. America gave them a home, and in return they have helped enrich and grow our nation with their culture, values, entrepreneurial spirit,…
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Welcoming Week 2018

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  Welcoming Week Events: Friday September 14: Peace Bridge lit in orange & green To kick off the events for the community, on Friday, September 14th, the Peace Bridge will be lit in orange and green, the signature colors of the Welcoming Week.                   Saturday September 15: Welcoming Week reception at Expo 68 On Saturday, September 15th, Expo 68, a gallery…
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Meet Klara Chomicka & Ryan Peters

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Klara Chomicka & Ryan Peters, Development & Communications University of Chicago and SUNY Oswego graduates respectively, Ms. Chomicka and Mr. Peters support the Development & Communications office's overarching fundraising, outreach and media initiatives. Ryan at SUNY Oswego. What do you feel is your your role in the Development and Communications Office here at the Institute? : A couple different things. My…
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Meet Madi McEwen

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Madi McEwen, Education & International Visitors Coordinator A University of Buffalo '18 graduate and ardent advocate for diversity & inclusion, Ms. McEwen is the Education & International Visitors Coordinator supporting her department in increasing global awareness and engagement of all Western New York residents. What did you study and what experiences do you have that are relevant to your position?…
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Meet Audrey Herrera

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Audrey Herrera, Volunteer Coordinator A native of Albuquerque and lover of philosophical conversations, Ms. Herrera works in New American Integration coordinating volunteers and interns for both the HELLO program and the Institute's departments. Where are you from and how long have you been at the Institute? : I am from Albuquerque, New Mexico and have been at the Institute for close to…
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Meet Beth Mercer

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Elizabeth "Beth" Mercer, Self Sufficiency Coordinator A native of Orchard Park and all things health and wellness, Ms. Mercer works in New American Integration coordinating financial literacy programs for the Institute’s clients to become self-sufficient in their new lives in Western New York. Where are you from and what do you do here? : I have always lived in Western New…
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