Communications

Say hello to Shelleyan!  Shelleyan Lewars, originally from Jamaica, wanted to be more involved in civic engagement and get closer to her community by using her voice and helping those around her. New American Pathways and the Civic Pathways Leadership Program has motivated and inspired her to resolve issues within immigrant communities. Shelleyan originally worked …

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Meet Anastassia!  Anastassia Hardy came to the United States from Estonia at age 22 as part of a work-study program. Looking to find better opportunities for herself, Anastassia initially found it challenging to find her purpose and feel like she was fitting in in her new home.  “It took me quite a long time, because I …

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Say hello to Maureen! She is originally from Kenya but began her journey in the United States in 2019 when her husband was awarded a scholarship. Upon her arrival, she was granted a work visa and decided to pursue a career in accounting just as she had in her home country. Although Maureen enjoys accounting, …

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Kalkidan Gebreegziabher Meet Kalkidan, an educator, role-model for children, and influential leader. She currently serves with New American Pathways as a family support liaison and lead teacher in the afterschool program. She has various degrees from reputable universities, including Harvard, which have contributed to her efficiency in educating the masses and policy recommendations. She notes …

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The students in the Bright Futures Afterschool Program shared their stories with us as they prepared for the new school year this fall. Composed by Helena, New American Pathways Summer Advancement Intern and DeKalb County high school student, the voices of five refugee students echo the importance of education, as well as pride in their …

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“Make no mistake, there is a moral imperative at play here. The American handshake has to mean something.” Army Ranger and Representative Jason Crow (D-CO) In the quote above, Representative Crow is explaining the necessity and the importance of the Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) program in an effort to protect American integrity as well …

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