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The world is witnessing the largest movement of refugees since the upheavals of World War II. Here’s a look at how the ̽����ѡ is providing aid to thousands fleeing to Europe.

Jean joined fellow professionals in this unique opportunity to network with experts within the Haitian diaspora specializing in technology, education, business, entrepreneurship, and politics. He spoke with Haitian-American elected officials and Haitian government officials about important topics such as migration and international development. He also attended sessions on leadership, career development, and entrepreneurship, which spoke deeply to his values and his commitment to leadership and service.

Digitally-empowered women and girls

The Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah recently donated to support refugee families accessing new laptops and staying connected to the internet during the pandemic—relieving concerned parents who were unsure how their families would remain connected.

Jack and Dave share their experiences of volunteering with the ̽����ѡ in Salt Lake City's Tech Squad.

Modesto Junior College instructor Emma Berdino didn’t have much hope when she learned her ESL class would be forced to go online due to the COVID-19 pandemic.   Many of her students, all women from Afghanistan recruited by the ̽����ѡ in Turlock, were too tech-challenged to use a phone app to complete their homework prior to the viral outbreak.   “Most weren’t able to figure it out,” she said. “I thought, oh my goodness, we’re totally going to lose this class, because they’re not going to be able to do it.”  Berdino is grateful to be wrong, as nearly two-thirds of her students continue to take the course remotely after going exclusively online. 

A Digital Equity Advocate Lends support to ̽����ѡ in NJ’s RYSA youth program. The ̽����ѡ in NJ chats with Mr. Shawn Gross to understand the digital divide and thank him for helping our RYSA students access Microsoft Teams for their virtual classrooms.