Recap: Inclusive Education: Improving Academic Success and Promoting Wellness for Afghan and Ukrainian Refugee Students
Thank you so much for attending our inaugural conference on October 25, 2024!
Our inaugural event brought together representatives from school districts, community organizations, and refugee communities, in addition to important federal, state, and county agencies. We appreciate the open conversations, knowledge sharing, and partnership building we witnessed in sessions and during breaks. We feel that our work to support you in uplifting refugee children, their families, and communities was realized in this safe space where concerns and needs were front and center. It was a pleasure to connect with so many of you in person, and we look forward to upcoming opportunities to bring educational, government, and community leaders together.
Highlights of the Day
A student-led discussion capped a day of speakers and community leader panel discussions, many of which included representatives from our partnering organizations. Designed to offer practical tools and resources, each session addressed educational support for refugee students, mental health resources, and community-based wellness initiatives.
Participant Feedback
“The event was Incredible! Thank you so much for the invite! I’m looking forward for more conference like this. I met so many people who can help me on my projects and who helps all over the California. I got so much resources which I was need it. Thanks again for such an Amazing opportunity!”
Overwhelmingly positive feedback such as the above continues to reach us. Many attendees expressed appreciation for the safe space for conversation and the opportunity to meet and connect with others dedicated to improving the well-being of refugee children and their families. We thank you for your attendance and enthusiastic support.
Looking Ahead
CIRH Team
CIRH will continue to expand our collaborative efforts. Upcoming in 2025 are additional events and training sessions. We will keep the conversation begun on October 25 going as we provide continued resources for our community partners. Stay tuned for announcements about upcoming webinars, resources, and community engagement projects.