The Afghan Health Leadership Consortium (AHLC) invites you to our next training by Zoom on Tuesday, June 30, from 12 noon to 2 pm Pacific Time / 3 pm to 5 pm Eastern Time, with practical guidance for service providers navigating major policy and legal shifts affecting Afghan families.

PROVIDER EDUCATION:

Policy and Legal Changes Affecting Afghan Families: What Service Providers Need to Know

Tuesday, June 30, 12 noon to 2 pm PDT / 3 pm to 5 pm EDT

Afghan families are navigating significant federal policy shifts and related legal impacts, including the USCIS adjudication pause, SIV processing delays, the suspension of USRAP, increased uncertainty around immigration pathways, and reductions in federal benefits affecting food, medical, and cash assistance. These changes are already affecting Afghan households across California and the U.S.

This AHLC session provides essential updates for providers working with Afghan families. Presenters will offer clear explanations of policies, practical guidance for supporting families, and insights into what to expect in the coming months.

Please join us on Tuesday, June 30, from 12 noon to 2 pm Pacific Time to hear national and state experts discuss federal policy, legal risks, overseas processing, and immigration-related developments affecting Afghan families.

Register here

Featured Speakers 

Our panelists include national, state, and local experts on immigration pathways, legal risks, overseas processing, and refugee policy:

• Daniel Salazar, Refugee and Protection Policy Advisor, Global Refuge

• Sonia Norton, Director of Advocacy, No One Left Behind

• Paris Etemadi Scott, Legal Director, Pars Equality Center (San Jose, CA)

Join Survivor of Torture, International's 16th Annual Event where we honor and support survivors of torture from around the world.

Welcome to Survivor of Torture, International's 16th Annual Event!

Join us for a day filled with inspiring stories, impactful discussions, and community support as we come together to raise awareness and support survivors of torture worldwide. This year, we are excited to celebrate our 16th year of empowering survivors and advocating for their rights.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with survivors, activists, and supporters who are dedicated to making a difference. Together, we can create a world where justice, healing, and dignity are accessible to all.

Register here.

📅 Thursday, June 25, 2026
🕒 3:00 p.m. ET
📍 Virtual

What you can expect:

• An overview of Guidance Residential's unique co-ownership financing model

• How the declining balance structure works and how clients gradually increase ownership over time

• What makes this model different, including shared risk principles

• Practical insights on helping newcomer families understand available home financing options

This webinar is designed for resettlement professionals operating ORR-funded programs, as well as state and local agencies looking to improve support for their newcomer constituents.

→ Register here

Guidance Residential is pleased to provide an overview of its unique Islamic home financing model, built around co-ownership rather than traditional lending and available to individuals and families of all faiths. Unlike a bank, Guidance is an independent organization that does not lend money but instead enters into a co-ownership agreement with homebuyers. Learn how their declining balance structure works, how clients gradually increase ownership over time, and what makes their model different, including shared risk principles and an alternative pathway to homeownership.

Speaker Bio:

Hussam Qutub is the Senior Vice President, National Sales Manager for Guidance Residential. Hussam joined Guidance in March 2003 and has served in a variety of Senior and Executive Management roles. His past responsibilities included vice president of Marketing and Communications, where he played a significant role in the company's first ten years of geographic expansion and was instrumental in establishing our brand. Hussam's most recent role was that of President of Guidance Home Services LLC, Guidance Residential's sister company. Before embarking on his career with Guidance, he studied international relations at George Mason University. He specializes in leadership and team building, business development, communications management, branding and positioning, public relations, digital marketing and lead generation.

This webinar will be provided in English with simultaneous interpretation into Spanish.

Register here

Clinicians and health care workers are caring for immigrant and migrant communities in a time of increased fear, uncertainty, and stress. This three-part webinar series will offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and community-centered approaches to supporting patients, families, and the workforce that serves them. Sessions will focus on trauma-informed care in the current immigration climate, best practices for community-based participatory campaigns, and the Witnessing model for sustaining compassion, reflection, and collective care.

This three-part series is the result of requests from our clinical network and community partners for additional support in trauma-informed care, including our 2025 survey with Physicians for Human Rights, post-webinar session evaluations, and MCN office hours. MCN is dedicated to being responsive to your emerging concerns. Email contedu@migrantclinician.org to provide your feedback and suggestions.

Sessions

SESSION 1: Trauma-Informed Care in Health Care Settings: A Panel Discussion

June 25, 2026

The discussion will focus on practical trauma-informed approaches for creating safety, communicating clearly, supporting patient choice, and responding with empathy while recognizing the structural conditions that shape immigration-related fear and distress.

SESSION 2: Best Practices for Community-Based Participatory Campaigns

July 23, 2026

This session will focus on best practices for developing community-based participatory campaigns with community members, CHWs, organizers, and trusted messengers. Participants will explore how to identify community priorities, use clear and accessible language, and create campaigns that reflect the strengths and lived experiences of immigrant and migrant communities.

SESSION 3: Witnessing: Understanding the Effects of Overexposure to Stories of Suffering and Trauma

August 27, 2026

Clinicians and health care workers may be exposed to difficult stories and situations when supporting immigrant and migrant patients and families. This distress may come from what patients share, what workers observe directly, or the limits they face when trying to help within systems shaped by immigration-related fear, family separation, legal uncertainty, and unequal access to care. This work can be especially challenging when providers feel they cannot change the conditions causing harm. Their own histories and lived experiences may also shape how they respond to what they witness. This session will introduce the Witnessing Model as a way to understand the causes of provider distress, recognize signs of stress and overwhelm, and identify practical ways to stay grounded, compassionate, and connected to reasonable hope in the current context of care.

Join us for a free webinar - "Investment Instruments in the U.S." - co-hosted by CHIRLA and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) 💸

We'll talk through how investing works, why it matters, and how everyday accounts can help you build long-term wealth. Perfect for anyone who's been wanting to start but doesn't know where to begin.

📅 Date: June 24th

🕓 Time: 4:00 PM

📍 Format: Online (Zoom)

During this webinar you'll learn:

✅ An overview of the most popular investment instruments in the U.S. and how they differ

✅ How to get started with investing — step by step

✅ Why investing matters for your long-term financial security

✅ How everyday accounts can help you build wealth over time

⚠️ Registration required — scan the QR code on the flyer or register here: https://chirla-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/1slUsSYyQNGjIhwjnD-Cjg#/registration

Всім привіт! 👋 Цікавитеся інвестуванням? Запрошуємо вас на безкоштовний вебінар — «Інвестиційні інструменти в США» — спільний захід CHIRLA та Міжнародного комітету порятунку (IRC) 💸

Поговоримо про те, як працює інвестування, чому це важливо і як звичайні рахунки можуть допомогти вам будувати достаток у довгостроковій перспективі. Ідеально для тих, хто давно хотів почати, але не знає, з чого саме 🌱

📅 Дата: 24 червня

🕓 Час: 4:00 PM

📍 Формат: онлайн (Zoom)

Під час вебінару ви дізнаєтесь:

✅ Огляд найпопулярніших інвестиційних інструментів у США та їхні відмінності

✅ Як почати інвестувати — крок за кроком

✅ Чому інвестування важливе для вашої фінансової безпеки

✅ Як звичайні рахунки допомагають накопичувати достаток із часом

⚠️ Реєстрація обов'язкова — скануйте QR-код на флаєрі або переходьте за посиланням: https://chirla-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/1slUsSYyQNGjIhwjnD-Cjg#/registration

Didar Clinic is hosting its next free vision clinic on Friday June 19th, 2026 in Sacramento, CA. Individuals can receive free comprehensive eye exams and prescription glasses.

The Power of Networking and Partnership
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026

Time: 2pm - 5pm
Address: FourPoints by Sheraton, Palm AB, 8110 Aero Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

This is a great opportunity for current and aspiring entrepreneurs looking to connect with local business leaders and gain valuable insight into the dynamic San Diego business landscape. We invite you to join and share the event with your clients and community members, who will benefit. If you have any questions, please reach out to habdulkadir@sfssd.org.

Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=eshqdcuTr0m0Eco3ozbf69xxib6LwZhJolJkCkR8UipUNTZJQzgwMk5KNU02RU5ITDlTN1FQOFRRWS4u&route=shorturl

Career-Readiness Series: Tailoring a Job Application will guide you through how to tailor your job application to stand out, from analyzing job descriptions and customizing your resume and cover letter with relevant keywords, to aligning your skills to employer needs and optimizing for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).

You'll also learn how to leverage AI tools and build an interview preparation toolkit that sets you up for success. This event is free and open to all! Register here: https://www.upwardlyglobal.org/events/career-readiness-series-tailoring-a-job-application-2/

Register here: https://hannacenter-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/vIG2HKOmS5GEhKXB4Dt8Sw#/registration

In a climate of shifting philanthropic priorities and increased scrutiny, the structural integrity of immigrant-led and refugee-led organizations is more critical than ever. That's why We Are All America is offering a free two-part training covering the 501(c)(3) essentials to strengthen your organization's structure and protect your data.

Part 1: Demystifying the 501(c)(3): Governance and Growth

📅 May 11 | 1:00 PM ET
🔗Register Here

This first session will cover the legal identity of a 501(c)(3) and the responsibilities that come with it– including board governance, transparent reporting, and how to stay resilient under scrutiny while remaining attractive to funders.

The webinar will be offered in English with Spanish interpretation, but if you need interpretation in another language, let us know in the registration form and we will do our best to accommodate them. 

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.