events
Browse through our upcoming and past events, designed to empower, educate, and connect.
Upcoming Events
Mar 8, 2025
Resilient Women Rising: International Women’s Day Paint & Sip Event
This International Women’s Day, join Resilient Women Rising (RWR) for an unforgettable day of creativity, connection, and celebration.
Past Events
Feb 22, 2025
Handling Workplace Discrimination and Stereotypes as an Immigrant
Join us for Handling Workplace Discrimination and Stereotypes as an Immigrant on Saturday, February 22, 2025, featuring experienced professionals Olasumbo Ogunsola and Telfany Morgan. This session will provide practical insights to help immigrants navigate workplace challenges and thrive in their careers.
Feb 15, 2025
Starting Your Business: Identify and Grow Your Entrepreneurial Skills
Join us for the Economic Empowerment Workshop, Starting Your Business: Identify and Grow Your Entrepreneurial Skills, where Ayomide Ibrahim, a distinguished CEO of FinServe Pro, will provide expert guidance on developing essential entrepreneurial skills for building and managing a successful business.
Feb 8, 2025
Understanding the local job market
Understanding the local job market
Jan 25, 2025
STATE OF EMERGENCY: NAVIGATING IMMIGRATION POLICY CHANGES AND CHALLENGES
Join us for State of Emergency: Navigating Immigration Policy Changes and Challenges on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, featuring immigration attorney Tracie Morgan, as we discuss new immigration policies, executive orders, and their profound impact on immigrant communities.
Jan 18, 2025
Identifying Your Skills And Strengths For Career Development
On January 18th, 2025, we hosted an insightful webinar as part of our Workforce Development Program by Alisha Brown, an experienced HR professional and career development consultant, the session focused on helping immigrants identify and leverage their unique skills and strengths to achieve professional growth.
Nov 30, 2024
Annual Resilient Friendsgiving
An evening filled with delicious food and the spirit of community. Whether you're an immigrant or a friend of immigrants, this is a time to celebrate your journey, share stories, and be thankful.
Nov 16, 2024
Overcoming Job Market Challenges: Practical Solutions for Immigrants
Join our virtual session, “Overcoming Job Market Challenges: Practical Solutions for Immigrants,” to gain valuable insights that will help you overcome obstacles and grow confidently in your career journey.
Oct 26, 2024
Navigating Career, Culture and Family as an Immigrant Mom
Join us for a live session where speakers Vese Aghoghovbia-Aladewolu, Yeyemide Fabamwo, Adeola Alli, and Aloaye Olagbenro share tips on balancing career, family, and culture as immigrant moms.
Oct 19, 2024
Resilient Immigrant Q4 Virtual Mixer
Join us for the Resilient Immigrant Q4 Virtual Mixer, where you learn about how we help immigrants, how our programs benefit you, find out how to join our community, and ways to get involved.
Sep 23, 2024
MAINTAINING MENTAL WELLNESS AS AN IMMIGRANT
Join us for a live session where speakers, Dina Coughlan and Nnemoma Chukwumerije will share strategies to maintain your mental health. Together, we’ll explore practical tools to help you manage stress and find your balance.
Aug 15, 2024
THE ROLE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT
Are you an African immigrant striving to make a lasting impact? Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this virtual session is for you.
Jul 25, 2024
NAVIGATING A NEW COUNTRY AS A YOUNG AFRICAN IMMIGRANT
Join us for an eye-opening discussion on “Navigating a New Country as a Young African Immigrant.” This session is for parents and young immigrants alike, where we’ll hear firsthand stories and gain valuable insights into overcoming challenges and thriving in a new environment.
May 23, 2024
OVERCOMING BARRIERS: STRATEGIES FOR BREAKING INTO NEW INDUSTRIES
Join us for the upcoming Employment Empowerment Program discussion on "Overcoming Barriers: Strategies for Breaking into New Industries." Hear from industry experts like Markanthony Akem, Ruth Lagarde, and Fisayo Ojelabi, with our host Sophia Okotie.
Apr 27, 2024
Navigating The Evolving Job Market
This panel discussion is focused on the current state of employment, strategies for employment, job market navigation, and techniques to improve the chances of securing employment as an immigrant.