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Webinars

All webinars are led by Zach Szmara, Immigrant Connection Founder and Executive Director, and Carrie Afanador, Director of Partnerships.

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Fall Webinar Series coming soon. Please sign up for the Immigrant Connection newsletter to receive updates on upcoming webinars.

PAST WEBINARS

 Welcome Program Training and Peer-to-Peer Learning Cohort​​

Join Immigrant Connection’s Welcome Program Training and Peer-to-Peer Learning Cohort to learn how churches and organizations are effectively hosting citizenship, conversational English, and family resource programs in their communities. This interactive session introduces Immigrant Connection’s Welcome Programs while creating space to connect with peers who are already running classes. Participants will learn best practices, ask questions, and engage in practical conversation around attracting students, retaining volunteers, and running sustainable programs on a tight budget. The cohort is designed to encourage shared learning, honest dialogue, and mutual support.

AN IMMIGRATION POLICY UPDATE

A follow-up immigration update highlighting new policy shifts, enforcement trends, and practical implications for immigrants, churches, and service providers. Ideal for those seeking to stay informed and respond wisely in a changing environment.

Understanding the Asylum Process​​

Asylum is often misunderstood and highly complex. This webinar walks through the basics of the asylum process, including eligibility, timelines, and risks, helping participants better understand the realities faced by those seeking protection in the U.S.

Good Friday & Easter
Through the Lens of a Foreigner

This reflective webinar explores the Good Friday and Easter story through the experience of the foreigner, exile, and outsider. Together, we’ll consider how Scripture invites us to see displacement, suffering, hope, and resurrection in new and meaningful ways.

When a Family Member or Friend Is Detained​​

 This webinar explains what detention means, what immediate steps to take, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to connect with trusted legal help.

Minneapolis: Stories from the Ground 

What does the current immigration landscape look like at the local level and how is it impacting real people and communities right now? Panel conversation featuring voices from the ground in Minneapolis.

HOW TO SET UP AND RUN COMMUNITY BASED CITIZENSHIP CLASSES​​​

Citizenship classes are a powerful way churches and communities can support immigrant integration. Learn how to plan, launch, and sustain citizenship classes, from curriculum and volunteers to logistics and best practices for supporting students.​

Citizenship 101

Curious about the path to U.S. citizenship? This session offers a practical overview of eligibility, the application process, common challenges, and how trusted guidance can help immigrants take the next step toward naturalization.​

Immigrant Connection 2026: State of the Organization ​​​

We are marking 12 years of service, impact, and innovation this month, and we are excited to share with you about our growth, current initiatives, and future outlook. Please join us for an in-depth overview of our growth and impact. 

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