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UPDATED U.S. Rep. John Delaney, a Democrat, voted for the American SAFE Act, which would require the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and relevant national security agencies to ensure that each refugee receives a thorough background investigation before U.S. refugee admission. Delaney released the following statement about his vote: “Regarding Syrian refugees, we should not […]

Montgomery College Rockville Campus is scheduled to host an event on March 5 to share information about college services for immigrants and adult learners. This special session is cosponsored by the Parent Academy-Montgomery County Public Schools. During this meeting, potential students will meet with Montgomery College’s staff, faculty, students and alumni. They will also learn more about: […]

It was a night to remember at The Fillmore in Silver Spring Thursday. The 2014 Montgomery County Executive Hispanic Gala raised more than $100,000 in scholarships and helped more than 60 Latino students to continue their college education. “When you empower the students, you empower the family,” said County Executive Isiah Leggett. More than 300 […]

Hundreds of African Immigrants gathered in Silver Spring where they showed the four candidates for governor that they wanted their voices heard. MyMCMedia’s Valerie Bonk has the story of how the African Immigrant Caucus is trying to engage the local community civically. Related:

The Korean Community Service Center of Montgomery County is working to help empower and connect local immigrants. MyMCMedia’s Valerie Bonk has the story of how the organization is reaching out to the Korean community in the area. “For me, working here is a very very rewarding thing because as an immigrant family member I can […]

Immigrants and new Gaithersburg residents now have a support network in their backyard. The Gilchrist Center for Cultural Diversity recently moved into the Gaithersburg Library space and will officially open its doors during the grand re-opening ceremony for the facility on Jan. 4. The new office is a satellite location for the center that’s based in […]

The Gilchrist Center for Cultural Diversity in Montgomery County is helping non-native English speakers find employment through a workshop catered to learning the skills needed to apply and interview for positions in the career fields they’re interested in. MyMCMedia’s Valerie Bonk looks at how the program is assisting local residents secure jobs. Related posts: