Office of Immigrant Affairs

A pillar of the Kenney administration has been to enhance the quality of life across Philadelphia. The progress made to provide safe, clean streets and neighborhood assets like parks, recreation centers, and libraries is outlined in our latest report: ow.ly/j2Bx50QmoXC

Want to hear more about what resources the OIA and our partners have available? ➡️ Sign up for our monthly newsletter here: eepurl.com/dziDPn

Did you know @philadelphiagov's #RebuildPHL program offers full-time, paid training for residents interested in a career in construction? Learn more about the Masonry and Carpentry Winter Academies and apply by January 9, 2024 here: bit.ly/3Tf3yka

“During the holiday season and every day, I’m thankful for our neighborhood businesses that power our economy in every corner of our city.” says @phillymayor. Enjoy shopping small, and listen to the Mayor's full message here: bit.ly/3utNcK0

The @PhilaOEM team is proud to participate in work that takes care of people and builds capacity in support of our partners. Kiara, Sarah, and Laura provided immense leadership in support of this new effort and we appreciate @PhillyMayor @PhillyOIA recognition of our work. 💪

Our final winners for the Welcoming Awards are in the Education Excellence Category! Let's Talk Philly and Children's Village are two incredible organizations working to improve immigrant education in Philadelphia. Congratulations to them both!

Congratulations to the Health and Wellness Award winners: Sarorng Sorn and the Wyss Medical Center, in partnership with SEAMAAC and Jefferson Health! The award recognizes individuals and organizations who've made outstanding efforts to improve the well-being of Philly immigrants!

Philadelphia's Office of Emergency Management HIAS Pennsylvania's Crisis Humanitarian Response Team showcased exceptional leadership to ensure safety and security for immigrants in Philadelphia. Our office is honored to recognize them with the Public Safety Partnership Award!

Today we're highlighting the winners of the Economic Empowerment Award! Both Samuel Chueh and Javier Mojica have made a marked impact on the economic well being of immigrants in the City of Philadelphia. Congratulations to them both!

The Office of Immigrant Affairs is hiring! Join our team as an Operations and Engagement Specialist. Apply here: bit.ly/47S8JuF

Today, we celebrated the beginning of an $8.5 million #RebuildPHL renovation project at Blanche A. Nixon Library in Cobbs Creek. Coming soon: a new outdoor amphitheater, walking paths, ADA upgrades, an outdoor learning area, and much more!

Support small businesses now and all year round. #SmallBizSat is Saturday, Nov. 25! 🎊🛍 From local clothing stores, holiday vendors, to bookstores: Philly’s commercial corridors are ready to welcome you. Find events near you: bit.ly/shopphl

Remarks from @PhillyMayor at the start of the 2023 Welcoming Awards! You can join us via livestream at bit.ly/49E0Das

🔔Reminder that the Welcoming Awards can be live-streamed here!: bit.ly/49E0Das

@HIASPA Congrats!!!

HIAS PA's Cathryn Miller-Wilson has been appointed to Mayor-Elect Cherelle Parker’s Transition Subcommittee on Immigrant & Multicultural Affairs. We thank Mayor-Elect Parker for ensuring that immigrant experiences are included in conversations about the future of our city.

The Museum of the American Revolution (@AmRevMuseum) is hosting FREE citizenship classes in January 2024! Register here: amrevmuseum.org/citizenship

On 10/27, HIAS PA was joined by Dilpreet Sidhu and Catherine Keefe from the White House, as well as @PAHumanServices, the Office of Refugee Resettlement, @PhillyOIA, and @aopxsola for a forum about Philadelphia’s response to the Afghan Refugee Crisis.

Philly business owners! @PHLCommerce is now offering monthly business workshops on pathways toward generational wealth. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3XqP67z

This work would not be possible without the meticulous coordination of everyone involved in the coalition. Amy Eusebio and Caroline Cruz, from @PhillyOIA, lead the coalition and ensure that all orgs involved are notified when a bus from TX is on its way.