We invite you & your community members to attend our upcoming 2026 Multicultural Health & Resource Fair. This entertaining and informative day celebrates the diversity of multicultural communities in Sacramento as well as wellness, in honor of Minority Health Month (April). This FREE health & resource fair features cultural performances, health screenings, resources, vendors, food trucks, and ultimately, FUN! 

Please feel free to share this invitation with your networks and those who may benefit from attending. The event flyers are attached to this email, in both English & Spanish. If anyone attends, they are eligible for a chance to win a RAFFLE PRIZE, as raffle prizes will be given away throughout the event!

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Time: 10 AM - 2 PM

Location: Center for Spiritual Awareness - 1275 Starboard Drive, West Sacramento, CA 95691

This Stress Management session is designed by a Ukrainian professional who experienced forced replacement herself. Register here: ttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFRihYy0FfzO0VKDLO80O2s12BtYJoaO6BOnBOzgUsP4GZUw/viewform

We invite you to tomorrow's webinar "Preparing for Natural Disasters" from a representative of the American Red Cross 🏥

📅 Date: April 14

🕓 Time: 4:00 PM

📍 Format: Online (Zoom): https://chirla-org.zoom.us/j/87984958675

🔴 Speaker: Guillermo Sanchez, Representative of the American Red Cross

During the webinar, you will learn:

✅ How to assemble an emergency kit for your family

✅ How to create a family communication and evacuation plan

✅ Basics of safety during earthquakes, fires and floods

✅ Where to find local resources and emergency notifications

✅ How to get help during a natural disaster

🌐 Simultaneous translation available in Ukrainian and Dari

Запрошуємо вас на завтрашній вебінар «Підготовка до стихійних лих» від представника Американського Червоного Хреста 🏥

📅 Дата: 14 квітня

🕓 Час: 4:00 PM

📍 Формат: онлайн (Zoom): https://chirla-org.zoom.us/j/87984958675

🔴 Спікер: Гільєрмо Санчез, представник Американського Червоного Хреста

Під час вебінару ви дізнаєтесь:

✅ Як зібрати набір екстреної допомоги для своєї родини

✅ Як створити сімейний план зв'язку та евакуації

✅ Основи безпеки під час землетрусів, пожеж та повеней

✅ Де знайти місцеві ресурси та сповіщення про надзвичайні ситуації

✅ Як отримати допомогу під час стихійного лиха

🌐 Доступний синхронний переклад українською та мовою дарі

Somali Family Service is excited to invite you to our Third Business Expo: The Power of Networking and Partnership happening on Saturday, April 11, 1pm-4pm. Mark your calendars and don't miss out on the chance to explore a variety of new business opportunities and enhance your professional connections.

Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this is the perfect platform to engage with other local business leaders and gain valuable insights into the dynamic San Diego business landscape. If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to contact us at 619-265-5821.

Registration link: https://bit.ly/3Pey7GD

The San Francisco Pathways to Citizenship Initiative welcomes eligible green card holders to a free naturalization application workshop at the San Francisco County Fair Building (1199 9th Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States). Workshop participants will get free help with a step-by-step review of the naturalization process, assessment of eligibility to naturalize, and application preparation and documentation packaging, if eligible to naturalize. 

Call and leave a message to start the appointment process.  

• English: 415-662-8901  

• Spanish: 415-662-8902  

• Chinese: 415-295-5894  

• Filipino: 415-498-0735  

• Russian: 415-754-3818  

• Vietnamese: 415-295-589 

Learn more here.

Switchboard is pleased to announce an upcoming webinar open to all refugee service providers, whether working at state agencies, resettlement agencies or affiliates, or other organizations.

Cost: Free

Length: 90 Minutes

Level: Introductory

This event offers 1.5 ASWB ACE-approved CEs.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

1:00 – 2:30 PM ET

10:00 – 11:30 AM PT

Register here

Newcomers often encounter complex, challenging situations as they adjust and integrate into society. Conversations with clients about these challenges can be particularly complicated, given past trauma exposure and cultural differences.

This webinar will offer best practices for navigating these sensitive conversations with a mutually respectful, trauma-informed approach. Participants will explore helpful communication strategies through case scenarios to develop skills for engaging clients supportively and effectively.

What I Will Learn

After participating in this event, you will be able to:

• Recognize ongoing resettlement challenges, including employment and housing barriers, that require difficult conversations between clients and providers

• Identify key communication skills and specific phrases for keeping conversations supportive and respectful for both clients and providers

• ​Apply a trauma-informed and compassionate approach to current client and service provision challenges​

Who Will Benefit?

• Service providers who want to bolster their communication skills, particularly when discussing difficult topics with clients

• Agency supervisors and organizational staff who interact with newcomers or support client-facing staff

World Relief of Sacramento is excited to offer a Health Navigation and Wellness Workshop for Ukrainian women who have arrived in the last five years. The first class will be held on March 30th. This workshop is especially important due to recent changes with Medi-Cal, and participants will also learn about emotional well-being and self-care.

The San Diego Workforce Partnership, in collaboration with the El Cajon Library, invites you to connect with job-ready candidates at the upcoming El Cajon Resource/Job Fair.

📅 Event Date: March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

🕛 Time: 12 pm-2 pm

📍 Location: El Cajon Library, 201 E Douglas Avenue El Cajon, CA 92020

We welcome businesses from all industries who are offering full-time, part-time, or seasonal positions and we are encourage resources (transportation, immigration services, English language classes, working with unhoused, etc.) to participate as well. Please participate if you are currently hiring, and we always welcome employers that are hiring on the spot.  This is your opportunity to meet motivated job seekers and showcase your current openings—all in the heart of the El Cajon community.

Reserve your table: Employer and Resource registration link

BAJI, BRFN, and PTR are pleased to invite you to a virtual workshop on “Know Your Rights”.

• Date: Monday, March 20

• Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• Platform: Zoom (link/QR code to follow)

This workshop will focus on:

• Travel restrictions and their implications

• Current U.S. policies affect approximately 75 countries. Temporary suspension of immigrant visas for people from these countries

• Updates for asylum seekers currently traveling domestically in the U.S.

The session is designed to inform, answer questions, and help participants understand their rights under current policies.

This webinar is designed for refugee resettlement agencies and community-based providers working with refugee populations across California. It will provide a practical overview of recent immigration policy developments affecting refugees, including enforcement trends, adjudication delays, and potential detention risks. The training will focus on recognizing warning signs, sharing tailored Know Your Rights information, understanding how enforcement actions may impact clients and staff, and identifying when and how to connect individuals with trusted legal service providers. Participants will also receive guidance on staying informed through reliable updates and resources.

Presenters: Elizabeth Taufa (Senior Policy Attorney and Strategist), Veronica Garcia (Senior Staff Attorney), and Jehan Laner (Senior Staff Attorney)

Register here.

This group is specifically designed for teenagers with Ukrainian Humanitarian Parole (UHP) status to provide them with a safe, fun, and supportive online community.

Event highlights:

• Connection: An opportunity to meet and connect with other Ukrainian teenagers.

• Activities: Real-time games, challenges, and the chance to win prizes.

• Environment: A chill, safe space to relax and have fun.

Event Details:

• Date: March 7

• Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Platform: Zoom

Interested families can reserve a spot by contacting us at (818) 334 4079 or emailing ostukalova@iilosangeles.org.

This meeting will provide an update on the region’s BHSA Integrated Plan timeline, outline recent efforts, and note upcoming opportunities for Public Comment.

Live Well San Diego North County Community Leadership Team | Engage Live Well San Diego

Accessibility & Support

Disability-related accommodations, language interpretation (including American Sign Language), and written materials in alternative languages and formats are available upon request. Please submit your request at least 72 hours in advance of the event to Engage.BHS@sdcounty.ca.gov or by calling (619) 854-1363.  

The San Francisco Pathways to Citizenship Initiative welcomes eligible green card holders to a free naturalization application workshop at City College of San Francisco - Chinatown Center (808 Kearny Street, San Francisco). Workshop participants will get free help with step-by-step review of the naturalization process, assessment of eligibility to naturalize, and application preparation and documentation packaging, if eligible to naturalize. 

Call and leave a message to start the appointment process.  

• English: 415-662-8901  

• Spanish: 415-662-8902  

• Chinese: 415-295-5894  

• Filipino: 415-498-0735  

• Russian: 415-754-3818  

• Vietnamese: 415-295-589 

Learn more here.

The Ukrainian Support Services program will be holding a free and informative session hosted in partnership with the IRC Sacramento Financial Empowerment Center!

Pathways to Financial Stability: Credit & Banking Essentials is designed to help community members better understand how credit and banking work in the U.S. Whether you’re new to the system or just want to build stronger financial habits, this session will give you practical tools you can use.

Session Highlights:

• How credit works and why it matters

• Loans, interest rates, and how to shop for the best options

• Banking tools beyond checking & savings

• How to avoid predatory lenders and debt traps

Session Details:

• Date: February 18, 2026

• Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

• Location: ZOOM

• Language: English with Russian interpretation provided

Registration is required. Please scan the QR code on the flyer, click HERE, or contact us for help registering.

Struggling with auto loan payments? Join the free online webinar to learn practical ways to reduce your transportation expenses!
Hosted by International Rescue Committee and Human Migration Institute, this is the first webinar in a new financial education series created specifically for Ukrainian clients 🇺🇦
To join the webinar, please fill out the registration form here.

Маєте труднощі з виплатами за автокредитом?
Приєднуйтесь до нашого безкоштовного онлайн-вебінару, щоб дізнатися про практичні способи зекономити на транспортних витратах уже сьогодні!
Це перший вебінар у серії фінансових заходів, створених спеціально для українських клієнтів 🇺🇦 за підтримки IRC та HMI. 
Щоб взяти участь у вебінарі, будь ласка, заповніть реєстраційну форму за посиланням тут: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenkL-BVJc458UMSGsh2ttMUCMIAiD8aaWQR8lLlxYQW1MxnA/viewform

The Ukrainian Support Service program will be holding a session focused on all things healthcare from navigating the healthcare system and understanding benefits to accessing health and wellness resources. The session will be in Ukrainian and Russian.

U.S. Healthcare and Benefits: From SSI and IHSS to Covered California and Wellness Support

Confused about Medi-Cal, SSI, IHSS, or Covered California? We’ve got you covered! Join our free session to learn how to apply, what you’re eligible for, and how to make the most of your benefits. Perfect for newcomers, families, and caregivers looking for clear answers and resources.

Session is designed to help newcomers and community members better understand healthcare and benefits in California. This presentation will cover key programs including Medi-Cal, Covered California health plans, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). Participants will learn about eligibility requirements, application processes, and how to access essential services such as preventive care, mental health resources, and much more. Whether you are a client or caregiver, this session will equip you with the knowledge to navigate these programs with confidence.

When: February 5@ 2 pm

Where: Online!

Language: Ukrainian/ Russian

Click HERE to register

Охорона здоров'я та соціальні пільги в США: Від SSI та IHSS до Covered California та Wellness Support

Не розумієте, як працюють Medi-Cal, SSI, IHSS або Covered California? Ми вам допоможемо! Приєднуйтесь до нашої безкоштовної сесії, щоб дізнатися, як подати заявку, на що ви маєте право і як максимально використовувати свої пільги. Ідеально підходить для новоприбулих, сімей та осіб, які здійснюють догляд, які шукають відповіді та ресурси.

Сесія призначена для того, щоб допомогти новачкам і членам спільноти краще зрозуміти систему охорони здоров'я та пільги в Каліфорнії. У цій презентації будуть розглянуті ключові програми, включаючи Medi-Cal, плани медичного страхування Covered California, додатковий дохід безпеки (SSI) та послуги підтримки на дому (IHSS). Учасники дізнаються про вимоги до участі, процеси подання заявок і про те, як отримати доступ до основних послуг, таких як профілактична допомога, ресурси з психічного здоров'я та багато іншого. Незалежно від того, чи є ви клієнтом або особою, яка здійснює догляд, ця сесія озброїть вас знаннями, які допоможуть вам з упевненістю орієнтуватися в цих програмах.

Коли: 5 лютий о 2:00PM

Де: онлайн!

Мова: українська/ російська

Натисніть ТУТ, щоб зареєструватися

Join a dynamic webinar series designed to inform, empower, and strengthen professionals and organizations supporting newcomers across California. Each session addresses timely topics shaped by agency feedback—equipping you with practical knowledge and resources to better serve ORR-eligible populations (refugees, SIVs, etc).

Hosted by Solvera, in collaboration with the California Department of Social Services’ Refugee Programs Bureau (CDSS RPB), these sessions may also feature guest experts who bring valuable perspectives and field insights.

The next session:

Date: Thursday, January 29 at 10:00 AM 

Topic: Navigating Benefits: RCA & CalWorks

Link to Join: https://solveraconsult.zoom.us/j/99012283476

Please submit a webinar topic-related question in advance: https://bit.ly/CANPqs