From Arrival to Impact: Immigrant Voices Shaping Atlanta Panel

Join The Collective for Community Empowerment and the host organizations, the Hispanic Young Professionals & Entrepreneurs (HYPE) and the Atlanta chapter of the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) for an Immigrant Heritage Month event on Thursday, June 26 from 6:00-8:30 pm, in partnership with The Mayor’s Office of International and Immigrant Affairs – Welcoming Atlanta.

This event will highlight the contributions of Atlanta’s diverse young professionals while celebrating their cultures and histories. In today’s challenging climate, CCE’s goal is to emphasize the importance of unity and solidarity within Atlanta’s community. The evening will feature intentional networking, community building, and a panel discussion with local Atlanta leaders who work directly to support Atlanta’s immigrant and refugee communities.

Confirmed panelists include:

• Liliana Bakhtiari, Atlanta City Councilmember, District 5
• Lily Pabian, Executive Director, We Love Buford Highway
• Jaime Rangel, Regional Government Relations Director, FWD.us
• Omar Rodriguez, Tax Consultant – Global & Mobility Services, E&Y

Light bites and refreshments from Lao Szechaun and Kamayan ATL will be available for attendees. This is a free event, but registration is required.