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May 2019
May 20: Dollars and Democracy: A Community Conversation (Raleigh)
Every North Carolinian wants to live in a thriving community. We all want well-staffed public schools for our children to learn the skills they'll need in adulthood. We all want safe, east-to-navigate streets so we can get where we need to be. And we all want strong local businesses that support a robust local economy. These are all elements of a thriving community. These are all values we share. So how do we as a state demonstrate our values? How…
Find out more »May 22: 7th Annual Undocugraduation (Raleigh)
**Español abajo** Are you undocumented or a DACA student? Do you believe in education for all? Join us on Wednesday, May 22nd for the 7th annual Undocugraduation to recognize the students in our state locked out of higher education and demand that our representatives pass tuition equity in North Carolina! Undocugraduation is an annual event with the purpose of recognizing all DACAmented & undocumented students in NC that are denied equal access to higher education. The tentative schedule for the…
Find out more »May 25: Taller de Ciudadanía – Le ayudamos a llenar su aplicación (Charlotte)
Es muy probable que USCIS aumente los costos de la ciudadanía en el verano del 2019, así que si usted es elegible para hacerse ciudadano aproveche esta oportunidad. Registrese para nuestro próximo taller. Llamando al (888) 839 8682 Si tiene preguntas generales o necesita más información, comuniquese con: German Barriga (704) 941 2542 email: gbarriga@mylac.org Recuerde que la única forma de protegerse de la deportación es siendo ciudadano.
Find out more »June 2019
June 15: Orgullo Latinx | Latinx Pride (Carrboro)
Por el segundo año consecutivo, ¡vamos a tener el evento que celebra nuestro Orgullo Latinx! For the second year in a row, we're going to have the event that celebrates our Latinx Pride! El 2o Orgullo Latinx del Triángulo, tal como el primero, es un espacio para celebrar y compartir las diversas culturas, identidades y experiencias de la comunidad Latinx LGBTQ. Aspiramos a crear un evento que fomenta la unidad, la inclusión y el empoderamiento por demostrar los talentos de…
Find out more »June 23: Durham Refugee Day (Durham)
Come and celebrate Durham's refugee and immigrant communities at Durham Refugee Day on Sunday, June 23rd from 3-6pm at Durham Central Park (501 Foster St., Durham). Durham Refugee Day celebrates the contributions and cultures of our refugee and immigrant communities and provides an opportunity to stand in solidarity with these neighbors. This is a family-friendly event with live music, activities for kids, and food vendors from around the world. Please join us! Hosted by Church World Service-Durham, World Relief-Durham and…
Find out more »August 2019
August 10: CLT City of Immigrants 5k (Charlotte)
Come out to celebrate your heritage and support Charlotte's immigrant communities while running through the beautiful Plaza Midwood neighborhood on a Saturday evening! After the race, stick around for a celebration with live music, prizes, games, and lots of fun for the whole family! All proceeds will benefit the Latin American Coalition's Immigrant Welcome Center. The Immigrant Welcome Center (IWC) provides language specific, culturally attuned programs and services to Latino families seeking crisis intervention, access to resources and capacity building…
Find out more »August 17: 2019 Unity Walk and Festival (Greensboro)
Join diverse nonprofits and community groups from throughout Greensboro, and people from all around the world to eat, walk, dance, sing, share stories, learn about new cultures, and take pictures - demonstrating that we are better together. Despite these challenging times, we remain committed to celebrating our diversity, and serving, loving and protecting our newest neighbors. People will gather at FaithAction International House (705 N. Greene Street) at 10:30am and begin the Downtown Unity Walk for Immigration Reform at 11am.…
Find out more »September 2019
September 21: 29th Annual Latin American Festival (Charlotte)
Festival Latinoamericano, Charlotte’s signature cultural event, returns for its 29th year on September 21, 2019 to a new location in the heart of Charlotte's diverse east side! We're excited to announce our partnership with Aldersgate, located at 3800 Shamrock Dr. As usual the event promises to have an incredible lineup of musical artists and dance performances, a diverse and authentic selection of Latin American food, handmade crafts, visual artists, and an interactive street festival environment with activities for the whole…
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