From the organizers:

Join us for Nurture All Afric Foundation's inaugural conference, Renewing East Africa: A Conference on Humanitarian Aid, Stabilization & Good Governance. Renewing East Africa strives to bring community members and leaders of Maine and East Africa together to create a progressive dialog via presentations and panel discussions. We're excited to come together to promote awareness of the challenges many East Africans face, and to educate Mainers on how we can all be a part of renewing East Africa in the scope of humanitarian aid, stabilization and good governance.

Itinerary:

9:00-9:30am | Check-In & Light Breakfast

9:30-12:30pm | Presentations

12:30-1:30pm | Lunch (provided)

1:30-3:00pm | Presentations & Panel Discussion

*Although the timeframe will stay the same, the itinerary is subject to slight changes. We will send you more information closer to May 3rd, 2024.

We are honored to have Kenyan Ambassador Honorable Mahboub Maalim join us as our keynote speaker, various presenters from members of the government, higher education and the non-profit sectors, and a student panel. The panel will feature students from Maine Universities, and will be discussing their first-hand experiences as refugees and immigrants from East Africa, their on-going connections to their home countries, and how Maine can support.

You can find more information and register HERE.

University of Southern Maine Libraries & Learning and the Kate Cheney Chappel ‘83 Center for Book Arts present an artist book workshop with Annie Lee-Zimerle for immigrants and New Americans in our local community. Participants will learn easy ways of making and illustrating handmade books. Space is limited!

 A limited number of participant stipends are available to support the transportation needs and work or care responsibilities of first- and second-generation immigrants. Language interpretation is available by request. See registration form for details or email Jill at jill.piekut@maine.edu. Please register at https://forms.gle/BFyqpvxfwNLD44j69. 

If you have questions about disability access or need to request disability accommodations (e.g. sign language interpreters, materials in electronic format, etc.), please contact Jill at jill.piekut@maine.edu.

Bangor Savings Bank presents:

Intro to Financial Wellness Series

 Mark your calendars for Monday, April 15th, and join us for the second session of the Bangor Savings Bank Financial Wellness Series at the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center. This session focuses on key aspects of personal finance and budgeting. Whether you're looking to manage your expenses better or understand financial planning, this event has you covered. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session, giving you the chance to get answers to your specific questions. Live Portuguese translation will be provided.

Don't miss this chance to enhance your financial literacy. RSVP now by sending an email to info@welcomeimmigrant.org. The event will take place on the third floor from 3:30 PM to 5:30PM. See you there!