International House

International House is thrilled to announce that Maryna Solohub has won this year’s The Journey art exhibit and competition with her piece, title "Defender".

Maryna Solohub is an artist who crochets decorative toys. Maryna was born and raised in Ukraine, but due to the beginning of Russia's aggressive war against Ukraine, she was forced to leave her native country and relocate to the USA with her family.

"Defender" features two crocheted dolls symbolizing the fight against the enemy and the desire for peace and freedom. Its design is a blend of military and peaceful elements, showcasing a military uniform scorched by fire, adorned with flowers and traditional Ukrainian ornaments.

This year, we introduced online voting for the first time, and we're delighted to report that we received over 1,500 votes! Thank you to everyone who attended The Journey Exhibit on September 13 and to all who participated in the online voting. f you haven't yet experienced the artwork in person, there's still time! The Journey artwork will be showcased at Legion Brewing SouthPark until October 18th.

You can learn more about Maryna and the seventeen other artists from The Journey this year with the link below.
↳ https://www.ihclt.org/the-journey-2024

International House will be closed for the remainder of the day due to unexpected internet issues. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to reopening on Monday, October 14. Thank you for your understanding.

Join us for our next Welcome to Charlotte orientation on Friday, October 25, 2024 from 10 AM-2 PM.

There will be a presentation from 10 AM-12 PM to explain the different resources available here in Charlotte. From 12-2 PM, families will have the chance to sit down with one of our community navigators for individual help looking for resources.

For more information and to sign up, please click on the link below.
↳ ihclt.org/the-hub

Meet Jorge Fernández, International House's Major Gifts Officer!

Jorge Fernández benefited from minority student aid at the University of Minnesota, where he earned a B.A. in English Literature. Jorge had the fortune to find a new and exciting opportunity at IH from a friend of both organizations after a successful and gratifying career as WFAE's Major Gift Officer. Taken by the unique work at IH, especially the devoted staff, the international landscape, the education programs and the immigration law clinic, he found the perfect landing spot to continue his fundraising career.

In his free time, Jorge enjoys cinema, reading, music, satire and baking the best Cuban flan in town for friends, colleagues and donors. He's also a fan of professional tennis and his beloved Miami Dolphins.

If you would like to learn more about Jorge, his Cuban culture, and all that he does for International House, we invite you to this month's People of the World Event. We will be meeting on Wednesday, October 16 at the People’s Market from 6:00PM – 7:30PM to learn all about Cuba, their culture, and traditions, while also celebrating all that our local Cuban community brings to Charlotte.

We cannot wait to see you there!!

Learn more and RSVP here: https://www.ihclt.org/event-details-registration/POTW-Cuba

We are excited to announce that International House is partnering with the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library for the WelcomeCLT series!

WelcomeCLT is a collaborative effort to provide programs and services that appeal to new residents and members of our community from diverse backgrounds, countries, and experiences. We invite you to join us to learn more about International House and our commitment to supporting the immigrant and international community in Charlotte.

Starting tomorrow, October 3, "WelcomeCLT: International House" will be held on the first Thursday of every month from 11 AM to 1 PM at the Independence Regional Library. These sessions are free and open to anyone interested.

Learn more about WelcomeCLT here: https://cmlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=WelcomeCLT%3A%20International%20House&locations=IB

Our hearts are with everyone affected by this devastating storm and we will work hard to collect donations to be taken to Western Carolina to help with recovery efforts.

Here is a list of requested Items
- Baby formulas, bottles/pumps
- Blankets
- Clothing all sizes/baby clothing
- Diapers
- Flashlights/batteries
- New toiletries
- New underwear/socks
- Pet food/supplies
- Protein drink cases (Ensure, etc.)
- Shoes of all sizes
- Water cases
- Wipes

You can drop off your donation at International House (1611 E 7th Street, Charlotte NC 28204) Monday to Thursday, 9 am - 5 pm.

Here are October's Conversation Hours.

These sessions are free and held via Zoom or in person. We welcome those who are fluent and those who are just starting to learn a new language!

International House is currently hosting Conversation Hours for Arabic, Farsi, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish; but we are always open to invite speakers of other languages to start a new group!!

Click here for more information and to join: https://www.ihclt.org/conversationhours

Voting for The Journey will close this Sunday, September 29 at 8PM. Cast your vote today!

The Journey exhibit will be up at Legion Brewing SouthPark until October 18th.

View The Journey art piece and vote online here: ihclt.org/the-journey-2024

Due to inclement weather, the Mission Tour on Saturday will be moved to next Saturday, October 5 from 10am to 11am. We will also have a Mission Tour next Thursday, September 3, from 6pm to 7pm.

You will get a chance to explore our space, meet our community, and learn more about the exciting opportunities for you to get involved with our international community here in Charlotte. You're welcome to bring a guest with you!

For more information on our Mission Tours and to RSVP, please click on the link below.
↳ ihclt.org/volunteer

Due to the inclement weather, International House will close at 2 pm today, September 26, and will be closed until Monday, September 30.

We are sorry for any inconvenience and we hope you stay safe this weekend.

Join us for our October Young Professionals Social Hour next Wednesday! We’ll be gathering at Legion Brewing SouthPark, where you can enjoy the stunning "The Journey" artwork while grabbing a drink and a bite to eat.

The evening kicks off at 6 PM. We can’t wait to see you there!

Learn more about Young Professionals with the link below.
↳ https://www.ihclt.org/youngprofessionals

Art exhibit showcases immigrant and refugee experiences The Journey Art Exhibit and Competition in Charlotte offers a look at the journeys of immigrants and refugees to the U.S. and North Carolina.

Please take a moment to check out these art pieces that highlight stories from people around the globe who are now here in Charlotte, NC.

This is an exquisite display of stories that focus on the use of visual arts to illustrate the harrowing, complicated, and hope-filled journeys our immigrant and refugee neighbors take to come to the United States.​

Please look at all of the art and vote on your favorite piece or story. (ihclt.org/the-journey-2024)

Voting ends on Sunday, September 29th at 8 PM.

If you’re in Charlotte and love a great meal, Legion Brewing SouthPark is hosting this incredible collection until mid-October.

We truly could not support more than 5,000 foreign-born and foreign-rooted neighbors each year without our sponsors.

Thank you to all of our sponsors this year for supporting our annual fundraising event,Tapas & Testimonials.

We’re honored to welcome five new sponsors this year so please join us in welcoming Marand Builders, Morris Business Solutions, Pho & Sushi, Lansden Law, and Truliant.

There are still tickets available and we’d love to see you there!

Purchase your tickets to Tapas and Testimonials here: http://ihclt.org/tapas-and-testimonials-2024

We’re All In!

Celebrated in communities around the globe, Welcoming Week is an annual campaign that connects neighbors of all backgrounds through community-informed activities and events. Welcoming Week provides communities the opportunity to publicly proclaim welcoming values, foster a mutual understanding between immigrants and non-immigrants, and build a deeper sense of belonging for all.

During Welcoming Week, International House has three different events you can attend where you can learn more about local international culture. (www.ihclt.org/events)

We hope you'll join tonight for The Journey, a collection of 20 foreign-born and foreign-rooted artists sharing their journey through art.

On September 18, learn more about Honduras at our monthly People of the World event.

On September 20, you can purchase tickets to join our incredible Tapas & Testimonials event at The Revelry in Camp North End.

Everyone deserves to feel a true sense of belonging in the place they call home.

Meet Nohemy Barrientos! International House's Communications and Marketing Specialist.

Nohemy Barrientos is from a small town called Progreso Yoro in Honduras. She grew up in Charotte, NC and is currently pursuing a BA in Digital Media & Design.

Nohemy enjoys trying new foods, traveling, and learning new things. Outside of International House, you will find her taking photos and videos, or editing her work as she is a Freelance photographer/videographer. Through her passion, Nohemy continues to make a meaningful impact both within International House and the community, shaping compelling narratives that captivate audiences and inspire action.

International House is so lucky to have Nohemy as part of our team. If you would like to learn more about Nohemy and Honduras, we invite you to join us at People of the World. We will be meeting next Wednesday, September 18, from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at The People's Market Elizabeth, where we will be honoring the Honduran community and all that they bring to Charlotte.

You can learn more about our staff and People of the World here: https://www.ihclt.org/

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Class is cancelled tonight due to heavy traffic issues.

We are sorry for any inconvenience!

Celebrate diversity during !

Join us for the city's first event on Friday, Sept. 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center (600 East 4th St). This FREE event is open to the whole family and will feature a food truck, panels, community resources & info booths, live music, short film screenings, and more! Registration at cltgov.me/cltwelcome is recommended but not required.

Let’s build connections, celebrate cultures, and make Charlotte a place where everyone belongs. See you there!

Anuja Jain was our 2023 The Journey winner with her piece "Cultural Triumph"! Join us this Friday for the opening night for The Journey and the International Arts Festival.

The Journey will be showcased in the Knights Theater lobby from 5:30 – 8:30PM, Friday September 13th.

From September 18 to October 18, Legion Brewing SouthPark will host the twenty artists' artwork. You'll be able to vote online this year if you are not able to make it in person. Voting will end Sunday September 29th at 8:00PM, but the art will be showcased until October..

We hope to see you there!

For more information on The Journey, please visit the link below.
↳ www.ihclt.org/the-journey-homepage