The anticipation is building, you are preparing for a newcomer’s arrival! This webinar will set sponsors up for success as they prepare to welcome a newcomer family. We will review checklists for securing and preparing accommodations, determining initial support needs, raising sponsorship funds, and provide guidance on available local resources.
Event speakers:
- Moderator: Molly Hilligoss, Network Director, Welcoming America
- Kate Ayers, Executive Director, Reestablish Richmond
- Fatima Dirie, Policy Advisor for Refugees and New Americans, Salt Lake City Mayor's Office
- Krystal S. Reyes, Chief Resilience Officer, City of Tulsa, Office of the Mayor
- Naveed Saifi, English as a Gateway for Afghan Newcomers Instructor, National Partnership for New Americans
- Rabbi Daniel Kaiman, Congregation B’nai Emunah, Tulsa, OK
