Main content areas include group roles, group communication, health, housing, and key sponsorship resources. The information and resources within this manual were created for community sponsors serving as co-sponsors in partnership with a local resettlement agency. While the information may be helpful to any community sponsor, please be mindful of any requirements or resources specific…
Across all cultures, food is about sharing, community, and hospitality; it is an international language that is not spoken, but rather tasted and felt. It’s not hard to understand how food can be used as a tool to help to build relationships around the world. Food is our unspoken ambassador, bringing people from various cultures…
In this workshop, Cheryl Hamilton and a refugee guest share from professional experiences how creating a culture of storytelling within organizations and the broader community can bolster resettlement goals and relationships. This is the third session in a series exploring the value of storytelling in welcoming communities. View past Lunch and Learns on CWS
They share personal migration stories and offer lessons on identifying experiences that resonate with broader audiences, regardless of people’s identities or backgrounds. This is the second session in a series exploring the value of storytelling in welcoming communities. View past Lunch and Learns on CWS
Drawing from her experience directing refugee programs, Cheryl Hamilton shares how the stories we tell influence how people view each other and why we must be thoughtful in our choices. This is the first session in a series exploring the value of storytelling in welcoming communities. View past Lunch and Learns on CWS