Voices & Stories: Immigration Journeys & Community Integration

This event will begin with an opportunity to network, followed by a short tour of ContempoRoast and a special display highlighting coffee beans, the roasting process, and educational materials about coffee-growing regions around the world.

ContempoRoast closes their coffee business at 6:00 pm, so please arrive early if you would like to make an individual purchase prior to the start of the program. Brewed coffee, water and snacks will be provided during the event.

Following the networking and tour, participants can relax and enjoy refreshments while hearing the inspiring stories of three local residents as they share their personal immigration journeys.

• RJ - a proud Filipino immigrant whose journey to the United States in 2006 has shaped both his life and leadership philosophy. 

• Vida - came from Iran at age 15, became a U.S. citizen in 1980, and values the opportunity here that provided her with a voice to be heard.

• Cristina…