Abdul Qani, a physician who worked as an interpreter for the US army in Afghanistan, a former NMRC student, giving a presentation in NMRC's English for Health Professionals class in 2014.
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Claude - “Since I was first in touch with the New Mainers Resource Center in August 2015 I have received a range of support that has allowed me to learn and improve my English. Among other things this included: working in the computer lab, having my diploma translated...
Our View: Shrinking workforce a recipe for decline – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Maine will have to learn how to open its doors to immigrants or face the consequences. Read more: Press Herald
Word With the Boss: Westbrook metal, glass fabricator helps immigrants make it – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Sigco works with the Portland adult education system to recruit asylum-seekers. Read more: Press Herald
Maine needs immigrants to fill worker shortage, business leaders say – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Encouraging people to move to Maine is especially critical to address the problem of the state's aging workforce, says Dana Connors, president of the Maine State Chamber of Commerce. Read more: Press Herald
Clergy rally behind immigrant needs at Maine State House – Portland Press Herald (via Press Herald)
Gathering at the Hall of Flags, religious leaders urge support and programs that reflect moral values in action. Read more: Press Herald
Maine Voices: Immigrants learning English in Portland encounter the kindness of Mainers
By Shoshana Hoose, ESOL teacher at Portland Adult Education Published in The Portland Press Herald | April 7, 2016The helpfulness of 33 Mainers stands in contrast with the anti-immigrant rhetoric from some politicians. During this election season, it would be easy to...