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May 25
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Ralph Henry Baer: Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month

By History, News
  In honor of Jewish 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 highlight German American inventor and engineer, Ralph Henry Baer. Ralph Baer was born in March 1922 to a Jewish family in Germany. Due to anti-Jewish legislation, he was…
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May 23
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Zubair Mohajir: Celebrating AAPI 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 culinarian Chef Zubair Mohajir. Zubair Mohajir was born in Chennai, India, in 1985 but grew up in Doha, Qatar. At 12, he…
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May 21
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Join the Club! IIB Bolsters Services with New Volunteer Programs

By Education, In the Community, News
The International Institute of Buffalo (IIB) recently launched two new volunteer programs to continue our essential work of helping new neighbors acclimate and integrate into Western New York. Employment Buddies and Conversation Club team volunteers with IIB clients on the ground level in small groups or one-on-one to work on resumes, apply for jobs, practice casual English, and foster friendships.…
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May 16
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Emile Berliner: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Jewish 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 highlight German American inventor and innovator, Emile Berliner. Emile Berliner was born in Hanover, Germany, in 1851, one of 13 siblings. Following family tradition, he initially completed an apprenticeship…
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May 15
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Joining the Workforce: IIB Job Club Members Learn New Skills for Employment Success in America

By Education, In the Community, News
https://youtu.be/W6y_fDeYIwk?si=9yAmdv4V83Rp97kX Our Job Club helps New Americans roll up their sleeves to gain the integral skills and knowledge to enter and navigate the job market quickly and successfully. Since job searching and work culture vary greatly depending on their country of origin, Job Club is a 16-hour, comprehensive program offered through our Employment Services Department, where participants learn about the…
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May 13
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David Tran: Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

By History, News
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 Vietnamese American entrepreneur and inventor David Tran, the creator of one of the most recognizable condiments in the world: Sriracha. David Tran was…
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May 08
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Mazie Hirono: Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

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  In honor 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 highlight Japanese American Senator Mazie Hirono, the first Asian American woman elected to the U.S. Senate. Mazie Keiko Hirono was born in November…
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May 06
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Emma Goldman: Jewish American Heritage Month, Recognizing Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Jewish 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 highlight Russian American writer and activist Emma Goldman, a pioneering voice for women's rights in the United States. Emma Goldman was born in June 1869 in Kovno, in the…
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