The Expatriates Building

07/07/2024

What do the Mayflower Pilgrims, Moses' Mother Jochebed, Mary & Joseph, and Migrants crossing the Rio Grande today all have in common?

07/04/2024

Happy4th! 🎉🎊🎉

07/03/2024

Thanks for sharing this list of events Wichita on the Cheap!

Here's where the fireworks will be in Wichita for the 4th of July!

07/02/2024

"A foreign accent DOES NOT imply the person is any less intelligent. A foreign accent implies the person is smart enough to know two languages, and brave enough to do their job in the second.
Believe me, they are well out of their comfort zone and doing their absolute best to assimilate.
Instead of making them feel less than by highlighting their accent, support them, encourage them, and highlight their bravery."

Credit: Ahmad Imam

06/30/2024

We are the silent, marginalized minority that wields significant economic, political and people power. Let's use our power for good - !

06/29/2024

As Immigrant Heritage Month 2024 draws to a close, we say a BIG THANK YOU to the sponsors, friends, guests, partners, and participants who made IHM2024 a reality and a success. We especially extend our sincere gratitude to the IHM Committee members for their time and support in planning and organizing the Immigrant Heritage Month Event held on Saturday, June 15, 2024. Photos can be accessed on these links.

To View, please visit: https://witmediaphotogtaphy.pic-time.com/-immigrationadvocacynetwork2024

Please use this link to download: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Rfd4YOM2cX7wf_Bf6bNEr2s-Yhy7YJ5L

06/29/2024

Your next opportunity to TALK to a qualified immigration attorney, and ASK questions before making payments so that notarios do not take advantage of you or your family. Sign up by 5pm Thursday, July 18, to attend this free Orientation about the latest Immigration Executive Orders, and beware of .
Sign up link: https://bit.ly/ImmigLawICT
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Su proxima oportunidad de HABLAR con un abogado de inmigración calificado y HACER preguntas antes de realizar pagos para que los notarios no se aprovecharse de usted o su familia. Regístrese antes de las 5 p.m. del jueves 18 de julio para asistir a esta orientación gratuita sobre las últimas Órdenes Ejecutivas de Inmigración, y tengan cuidado con las . Utilice el enlace de registro: https://bit.ly/ImmigLawICT

06/28/2024

That Kansas has a sizable immigrant community, currently about 207,000 strong. There are currently 78,400 naturalized U.S. Citizens who are eligible to vote, plus 34,600 lawful residents who are eligible for naturalization. About 7.1 percent of the state’s residents are foreign-born, and 4.5 percent of its U.S.-born residents live with at least one immigrant parent. Immigrants make up 9.0 percent of Kansas's labor force, account for 8.1 percent of entrepreneurs, 11.8 percent of STEM workers, and 31.9 percent of postsecondary teachers in the state. As neighbors, business owners, consumers, taxpayers, and workers, immigrants are an integral part of Kansas’s diverse and thriving communities. We not only make extensive contributions that benefit everyone, we are a silent, marginalized minority that wields significant economic, political and people power. Learn more about Kansas' foreign-born population here:

https://bit.ly/KansasImmigrants

06/28/2024

Here's one way to recover from our first 😳 Tix at:
https://www.festiveict.com/hangover-ict

06/26/2024

Beware of . TALK to a qualified immigration attorney, ASK questions before making payments, and REPORT notarios who are trying to take advantage of you or your family. Sign up by 5pm Thursday, June 27, to attend this free Orientation about the latest Immigration Executive Orders: Use the sign up link:~~~~~~~~~~https://bit.ly/ImmigLawICT

06/26/2024

Beware of . TALK to a qualified immigration attorney, ASK questions before making payments, and REPORT notarios who are trying to take advantage of you or your family. Sign up by 5pm Thursday, June 27, to attend this free Orientation with Immigration Attorney, Sandrine Lisk, about the latest Immigration Executive Orders.
Use the sign up link:~~~https://bit.ly/ImmigLawICT

06/25/2024

¡ALTO! A pesar del entusiasmo por los nuevos anuncios de la Casa Blanca en materia de inmigración, es más importante que nunca buscar el asesoramiento de un abogado de inmigración calificado o de un representante acreditado sobre su situación específica.

SEA PACIENTE y tómese el tiempo para encontrar la ayuda adecuada. El asesoramiento erróneo podría perjudicar sus posibilidades de permanecer en los Estados Unidos, obtener estatus legal o convertirse en ciudadano estadounidense.

NO SE DEJE ENGAÑAR por notarios o otros consultores que prometen resultados inmediatos o soluciones especiales con el objetivo de quitarle el dinero. ¡La mayoría de los notarios sin escrúpulos cobran más que los abogados con licencias legales! Si no está seguro que alguien está calificado para ayudarle, solicite una prueba de sus credenciales y conserve una copia.

Use el enlace de registro para una sesión de información gratuita con la abogada de inmigración Sandrine Lisk, Esq.
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https://bit.ly/ImmigLawICT

HABLE con un abogado de inmigración calificado, HAGA PREGUNTAS antes de pagar y
DENUNCIE a los notarios que intenten aprovecharse de usted o su familia.

06/25/2024

The public artwork integrated into City of Wichita- Government's Chester I. Lewis Reflection Square Park was selected as one of the CODAwards Top 100, a competition for projects integrating commissioned art into interior, architectural, or public spaces.

🔗 Vote for the People’s Choice Award by July 2 at bit.ly/Vote4Chester.

06/23/2024

CONVIVIO
Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Time: 7pm
Address: The Expatriates Building, 1701 S. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67211
RSVP for First-Time Guests: http://bit.ly/CorpusChristiContact
Program: Most of us only get snippets of information about the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict from mainstream media, and the reasons behind the many Israel/ Palestinian demonstrations across college campuses in the past several months. Our June CONVIVIO will be an opportunity to enhance our understanding of the situation in Palestine. We believe that God stands for truth and justice no matter how ugly, uncomfortable, or politically incorrect, therefore we must do likewise.

06/23/2024

DID YOU KNOW? The Chester I Lewis, Jr. Park is a nominee for an international award. PLEASE please VOTE at this site:
https://www.codaworx.com/codaawards/2024-top-100/

It is a spectacular way to teach history through public spaces, showing on giant glass painted panels the history of the Civil Rights Movement in Wichita, Kansas, the heartland of the US. The park is located in Wichita on Douglas between Broadway and Market. PLEASE VOTE FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL PARK. Credit: Gretchen Eick.

CODAawards is an annual celebration of the most exciting Art + Design projects from around the world. The CODAawards Top 100 are the highest rated projects.

06/20/2024

Sharing 👍🏽

06/19/2024

Hola TACO LOVERS!! 🌮 Taco Fest 2024 is this Saturday June 22nd / 3pm-9pm
Capitol Federal Amphitheater Andover, KS
$2 Tacos, Chips & Salsa, Elote, Pineapple Smoothies, Margaritas, Micheladas and so much more.
Music by DJ Magnum, DJ Metiche & more to be announced!
Best Taco 🌮& Salsa 🌶️ Competition
Jalapeño 🌶️ Eating Competition
Lucha Libre Theatrical Performances
Tickets at www.wichitatacofest.com
Peace. Love. Tacos
A Festive ICT Event
Poster by Will Design

06/19/2024

Happy 🎊

06/19/2024

Use the sign up link for the free orientation session with Immigration Attorney Sandrine Lisk, Esq. / Use el enlace de registro para la sesión de información gratuita con la abogada de inmigración Sandrine Lisk, Esq.
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https://bit.ly/ImmigLawICT

06/19/2024

CONVIVIO
Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Time: 7pm
Address: The Expatriates Building, 1701 S. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67211
RSVP for First-Time Guests: http://bit.ly/CorpusChristiContact
Program: Most of us only get snippets of information about the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict from mainstream media, and the reasons behind the many Israel/ Palestinian demonstrations across college campuses in the past several months. Our June CONVIVIO will be an opportunity to enhance our understanding of the situation in Palestine. We believe that God stands for truth and justice no matter how ugly, uncomfortable or politically incorrect, therefore we must do likewise.

06/18/2024

Chess Tournament on Saturday, June 29th, 10:00am-1:00pm, at The Expatriates Building in Wichita, KS. $40 registration fee collected in advance. The event will be a 4-5 round Swiss-style tournament time control expected to be G/25 d5, subject to change. Proceeds will be donated to The Gift of Chess and the Oxford House World Convention Fund. Registration Link: https://bit.ly/GiftofChess

06/17/2024

█ This Thursday, June 20: A Gala benefitting the International Rescue Committee Kansas in commemoration of World Refugee Day. The evening promises to be a celebration of resilience, solidarity, and hope to honor the strength and courage of refugees worldwide. Purchase Tickets at: https://bit.ly/IRCGala2024

06/16/2024

Feliz Día del Padre 🥰🥳🤩

06/15/2024

Event registration for IHM2024 is now closed. The program will be livestreamed on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Immigration.Advocacy.Network/

06/15/2024

Profiles for the IHM2024 Immigrant Star Nominees are now in the Digital Program which can be accessed here: https://bit.ly/IHM2024Program
For those unable to attend, the event will be livestreamed on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/Immigration.Advocacy.Network/

06/14/2024

Congratulations Nnanna Okpara and Festive ICT on your ! get your tickets to the 6/22 Wichita Taco Fest 🎉🎊🥰👍🏽🗽

Nnanna Okpara is the Founder, Owner and Director of Festive ICT, a world class event production company that produces top tier events and festivals right here in Wichita and the Midwest. Nnanna's passion and love for bringing people together was the driving force behind the creation of Festive ICT. Through special events, elevating unique products and ideas, and marketing, the Festive ICT team motivates and drives up sales for other businesses, creatives, and vendors in local marketplaces. With a relentless work ethic, Nnanna has invested 15 + years in event management, production and marketing, and has created events like: Wichita Taco Fest, KC Taco Fest, ICT Pizza Fest, Margaritas & Mojitos, Kansas Sneaker Fest, Shop & Grub, Festive Hoop Jam, ICT Brunch Fest, and The Hangover Brunch. Nnanna is a true entrepreneur and visionary. Festive ICT events bring tens of thousands of community members on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis to Wichita and surrounding areas, drive commerce, boost the local economy, and celebrate diverse cultures. Be sure to get your tickets to Wichita Taco Fest on June 22, 2024: it is the ultimate food festival in Kansas showcasing Wichita’s authentic taco scene.
█ Wichita Taco Fest: https://www.facebook.com/WichitaTacoFest
█ ICT Pizza Fest: https://www.facebook.com/sliceofwichita/about
█ Margaritas & Mojitos: https://www.festiveict.com/margaritas-and-mojitos
█ Kansas Sneaker Fest: https://www.facebook.com/KansasSneakerFest
█ Shop & Grub: https://www.festiveict.com/shop-grub-main
█ Festive Hoop Jam: https://www.facebook.com/festivehoopjam
█ ICT Brunch Fest: https://www.facebook.com/events/1125964615255527
█ The Hangover Brunch: https://www.festiveict.com/hangover-ict

06/14/2024

Today is . On this day in history, June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress approved the design of a national flag. However, it was President Woodrow Wilson who issued a presidential proclamation establishing a national Flag Day on June 14. Congressional legislation designating that date as the national Flag Day was signed into law by President Harry Truman in 1949. The legislation also called upon the president to issue a Flag Day proclamation every year. Americans have commemorated the adoption of the Stars and Stripes in many ways–displaying the flag in the front of their homes, parades, and other patriotic observances. The current version of the flag with 50 stars dates to July 4, 1960, after Hawaii became the fiftieth state on August 21, 1959.