Community-Led Integration

Facilitates programs and initiatives aimed at fostering engagement and connection within immigrant communities in New York City.

Offers career-focused workshops and programs such as "Back to Work," "Entreprendre," and collaborative job-search sessions through Club Networking to support francophones in re-entering the workforce, launching businesses, or navigating the U.S. job market.

Provides welcoming, information, and integration services for French-speaking individuals and families relocating to or living in New York, including orientation, neighborhood events, and social connection opportunities. Supports over 500 francophone families through ongoing programs.

Curates and shares a selection of events from member organizations within the FIAFE network, expanding access to broader cultural and community opportunities for members.

Hosts bilingual conversation groups and language practice gatherings where participants alternate between French and English to improve language skills and foster cross-cultural connections.

Hosts regular in-person welcome and information sessions at the Consulate General of France in New York on the first Wednesday and third Tuesday of each month to assist new and existing francophone residents.

Hosts a diverse year-round calendar of cultural, social, and recreational events for the francophone community, including apéros, coffee gatherings, picnics, seasonal celebrations (e.g., back-to-school café, galette social), board game nights, bridge games, and family-oriented outings.

Produces and distributes the Guide de l'Accueil New York, a practical resource containing essential information, addresses, advice, testimonials, and tips for francophones moving to, living in, or visiting New York. Offers discounted access to members.

Engages and supports volunteers through quarterly meetings and structured volunteer programs that enhance organizational capacity and member involvement.

Works to connect the Russian-speaking community with broader community neighbors through ongoing outreach and integration efforts.

Organizes initiatives to foster cultural awareness and mutual understanding within the Ukrainian community in Rochester, NY, and between that community and the broader public.

Runs a permanent facility in Hawthorne, NY, offering ongoing classes, cultural events, and educational programming to promote Indian cultural heritage and serve the Indian-American community across age groups.

Plans and conducts cultural events that engage members of the Indian-American community in Hawthorne, NY, fostering cultural preservation and community involvement.

Offers instructional classes in Indian classical dance, Bollywood dance, Kathak, music, language, and art for new immigrants, seniors, and community members of all ages through experienced instructors.

Supports community-led cultural preservation through initiatives such as photo digitization and oral history interviews with refugee families, documenting personal histories and cultural heritage.

Provides adult literacy education and academic tutoring for K–12 students, including support for those with IEPs and OPWDD eligibility. Programs aim to improve digital skills, parental involvement in education, secondary school completion, and attainment of a NYS high school equivalency diploma.

Supports civic participation through community education, advocacy, cultural clubs, and service opportunities, empowering community members to lead and shape local initiatives.

Awards grants through the Healing Forward Scholarship and other programs, including two annual $500 awards for AAPI students in Oneida County and a $1,000 scholarship for refugee students of AAPI descent pursuing careers in STEM or healthcare.