Media advisory: Drag performer Jackie Cox, comedian Peter Banifaz, and more to virtually kick off Welcoming Week
Atlanta, GA — On Thursday, September 9, national nonprofit Welcoming America hosts the livestream event “#BelongingBeginsWithUs: A Welcoming Week Experience” on Facebook Live and YouTube to kick off Welcoming Week, which begins September 10. What: #BelongingBeginsWithUs: A Welcoming Week Experience When: Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 6 p.m. Eastern Time Where: Livestreamed on Facebook Live and…
Read MoreEntertainers, nonprofits and governments declare “Belonging Begins With Us” for Welcoming Week’s virtual kickoff
Atlanta, GA — As the world continues to grapple with the pandemic, climate change, and Afghan refugee crisis, national nonprofit Welcoming America will host a livestream event on Thursday, September 9, 2021 called “#BelongingBeginsWithUs: A Welcoming Week Experience” to celebrate and welcome newcomers in local communities everywhere aiming to foster a deeper sense of belonging…
Read MoreDrag performer Jackie Cox joins Welcoming Week kickoff event
Decatur, GA — Welcoming America is thrilled to announce that drag performer Jackie Cox of RuPaul’s Drag Race will make a featured appearance and performance in the virtual kick off event for Welcoming Week on September 9, 2021. Jackie Cox (also known as Darius Rose) is a New York City-based drag performer of Iranian and…
Read MoreNew Research Shows Immigrants in Miami-Dade County make up 61.5 percent of STEM, over 86 percent of agriculture, and more than 76 percent of manufacturing workers
Immigrants make up over 73 percent of Miami-Dade’s business owners despite making up 54.7 percent of the county’s total population in 2019. Miami, FL – Miami-Dade County and The Office of New Americans (ONA) today released a new report by New American Economy, providing key details on how immigrants power the local economy. While immigrants…
Read MoreNew Research Shows Immigrants in Contra Costa are Playing an Outsize Role in Several Key Industries, including 41.2 Percent of STEM, over 38 Percent of Construction, and 36.3 Percent of Hospitality
Immigrants were responsible for over 47 percent of Contra Costa County’s population growth between 2014 and 2019. Contra Costa, CA – A new report released today by New American Economy in partnership with Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services Department and Contra Costa Health Services, underscores the critical role immigrants in Contra Costa play in population growth, business creation, and STEM innovation.…
Read MoreIranian American comedian, actor slated to emcee Welcoming Week kickoff event
Decatur, GA — Welcoming America is thrilled to announce Peter Banifaz, an Iranian-born American actor, comedian, and writer based in Los Angeles, as the official emcee of this year’s Welcoming Week virtual kickoff event on September 9. In addition to his recurring role on the Emmy-nominated show on Showtime, Shameless, Banifaz’s acting credits include Veep,…
Read MoreNew Report Shows Immigrants and Refugees in the City of Spokane Paid Over $116 Million in Taxes and Held $307 Million in Spending Power in 2019
SPOKANE, WA – A new report released today by New American Economy (NAE), in partnership with the City of Spokane and the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce, underscores the critical role that immigrants in Spokane are playing in filling the region’s labor demands, starting small businesses, and supporting the local economy through their consumer…
Read MoreNew Report Shows Immigrants in Mercer County Paid Over $1.3 Billion in Taxes and Held $2.8 Billion in Spending Power in 2019
Immigrants in Mercer County make up 37.5 percent of business owners and 49.1 percent of STEM workers MERCER COUNTY, NJ – A new report released today by New American Economy (NAE), in partnership with the New Jersey Business Immigration Coalition, the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Mercer County, underscores the critical role immigrants in Mercer County play…
Read MoreOld Navy Partners with Welcoming America to Celebrate New US Citizens with Iconic Flag Tee
New 2021 Flag Tee Features the Names of All 50 States and Five US Territories SAN FRANCISCO, June 22, 2021 – To celebrate America’s upcoming birthday and the diverse tapestry that makes up the U.S., Old Navy is rolling out the red, white and blue carpet to the country’s newest members. The quintessential American fashion…
Read MoreNew Research Shows Immigrants in Erie are Playing an Outsize Role in Several Key Industries, including 8.2 Percent of STEM, 6.8 Percent of Professional Services, and 6.3 Percent of Manufacturing
Immigrants paid over $261 million in total taxes, and held over $192 million in spending power. Erie, PA – A new report released today by New American Economy in partnership with the city of Erie and Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership, underscores the critical role immigrants in Erie county and city play in the community’s labor force growth, STEM innovation,…
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