Community Outreach

Informational Presentations

We educate both immigrants and U.S. citizens about the realities of immigration laws and the effect they have on our families and our communities. Presentations are available on the topics below. Free educational presentations to service providers, churches and community groups are available as our staff schedules permit. (More extensive or specific presentations constitute a training and are subject to a fee. Informational presentations to businesses are also subject to a fee. Information about training and consulting services is below.)

Our presentations include:

·         Overview of Our Services

·         Local Demographics

·         Citizenship 101/Understanding the Naturalization Process

·         Immigration 101/Basic Overview of Immigration

·         Immigrant Know Your Rights & Safety Planning (Immigrant Audiences Preferred - Non-immigrant audiences must take Immigration 101 first.)

·        Understanding Unauthorized Practice of Immigration Law

Training

Our experienced Department of Justice-accredited representatives have a deep understanding of the legal needs of immigrants and the forms of relief available to them. They provide leadership, speakers and resources for community trainings involving service providers. Worksite trainings for employees or management team are available for a fee.

Consulting/Facilitation

We recommend the following partners for any professional development or Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion services.

·        Inclusive Communities

·        2p - Paradigm of Possibilities

·        YWCA of Grand Island

Interpretation/Translation

Our interpreters and translators are for our clients’ use only. If you need professional interpretation or translation, contact us and we can recommend a fee-for-service contractor or business.

Request a Speaker Form

If your organization would like to invite a speaker from MC to conduct a presentation or training, complete and submit the Speaker Request Form below. Please provide as much information as possible, and submit your Form at least one month in advance of the date of the presentation or event. We request an audience of at least five people for in-person or out-of-town presentations. For questions: email us at info@mcofgi.org