Thought Leadership

Advocacy Begins with Gratitude shares Kunkhen Dorji’s journey from arriving in Georgia as a stateless Bhutanese refugee to becoming a civic leader and advocate for refugee and immigrant communities. Reflecting on his family’s resettlement, his early experiences advocating for democracy and human rights, and his participation in the New American Civic Pathways Leadership Program and RCUSA Advocacy Days, Kunkhen highlights the importance of civic engagement, relationship-building, and protecting humanitarian pathways. His story is a reminder that advocacy begins with gratitude and that every voice can help create a more welcoming future for refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and families seeking safety.

Before joining New American Pathways, Cho spent nearly 14 years building an after-school program at Indian Creek Elementary through another nonprofit organization. What began with just four students steadily grew

We’re grateful for the time, heart, and dedication Sean Lacey and our volunteers have given to New American Pathways. His commitment to supporting our community has made a lasting impact,

Adetola Akinnubi is building pathways of her own. As a finance professional, entrepreneur, and community builder, she is redefining what accessible financial guidance can look like for founders and young