In celebration of International Education Week, join us to learn about the experiences and challenges faced by newly arrived refugee and immigrant youth. This talk aims to equip educators with practical strategies to better support students who are navigating a new cultural and educational landscape.
Attendees will hear from Nada Elmikashfi, Chief of Staff for Wisconsin State Representative Francesca Hong, as she shares her personal journey from Sudan to the United States. Nada will highlight the impact of school integration, cultural adaptation, and ways educators can create a supportive environment for newly arrived students.
Through Nada’s story, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the unique needs of refugee and immigrant students, while exploring strategies for creating a welcoming and inclusive learning environment. The event will conclude with a Q&A session, offering educators the opportunity to discuss practical approaches for welcoming and engaging newly arrived students.
The first 30 K-12 educators to register will receive a free copy of Susan Kuklin’s book, In Search of Safety: Voices of Refugees, which follows five refugees and the courageous journeys that brought them to America.
Nada Elmikashfi is a Sudanese-American activist, community leader, and the Chief of Staff for Wisconsin State Representative Francesca Hong. Having immigrated to the U.S. at age six, Nada brings a personal perspective to the immigrant experience, especially within the American education system. Her journey underscores the challenges of cultural adaptation, language barriers, and the search for belonging. Driven by these experiences, Nada has become a passionate advocate for marginalized communities, focusing on educational equity, immigrant and refugee integration, and broader social justice issues.
