Workshops
Past Workshops
In November 2014, ERICA partnered with JHU Medical Student organization Student Sight Savers Program (SSSP) and the International Refugee Committee to offer free vision and glaucoma screenings.
SSSP ensures that all community members who require follow-up care are given follow-up care with Wilmer Eye Institute Faculty regardless of their ability to pay. They are also eligible for ophthalmological surgery that is covered by a fund for indigent patients and can obtain a free pair of prescription glasses through the Wilmer optical shop.
SSSP ensures that all community members who require follow-up care are given follow-up care with Wilmer Eye Institute Faculty regardless of their ability to pay. They are also eligible for ophthalmological surgery that is covered by a fund for indigent patients and can obtain a free pair of prescription glasses through the Wilmer optical shop.
ERICA hosted a business workshop on May 3, 2014 for immigrant women who are interested in entrepreneurship. We had speakers to cover general topics, such as marketing and insurance, as well as specific sessions for childcare and non-profits. To learn more, visit our Business Workshop page.
Business Workshop Coordinator Volunteer NeededIn the fall of 2013, ERICA held its first business workshop for immigrant women focused on finances, advertising, and networking. A group of immigrant entrepreneurs worked with an ERICA staff member to organize the event, advertize to the immigrant and refugee communities, and recruit speakers. The workshop was well-received by speakers and attendees, so we look forward to continuing to promote immigrant entrepreneurship in future workshops.
ERICA is looking for a volunteer to work with our committee of immigrant women and the ERICA staff to plan future business workshops. The time commitment is less than 5 hours per week, with an additional 10-15 hours the week of the workshop. We are looking for someone to assist with our workshop planning this spring and potentially take over the workshop coordination for the fall workshop. It is an amazing and inspiring group of women, and this workshop series is an excellent way to get involved with ERICA clients. Please contact Eleanor at workshops.erica@gmail.com or call the ERICA office at (410)467-3750, ext. 224 for more information or to get involved! Sample Responsibilities: · Contact potential speakers · Coordinate meetings · Organize event logistics (i.e. create agenda, reserve space, gather supplies) · Reach out to ERICA clients and partner organizations to recruit attendees · Work with committee to design format and objectives of each workshop · Create a sustainable plan for future workshops Green Card Workshop
In 2014, in partnership with Exelon Corporation and Asylee Women Enterprise, the Esperanza Center hosted a free refugee/asylee adjustment clinic. This clinic assisted refugees and asylees apply for permanent residence (green card), an important step on the path the US citizenship. Contact Ouranitsa Abbas, Pro Bono Coordinator, for more information: oabbas@cc-md.org or 443-825-3421.
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Writing Workshop"Words Connecting Neighbors - A Creative Writing Workshop for Baltimore Refugees and Their Neighbors"
Experienced writing workshop facilitator Caroline DeLuca led a series of 10 weekly creative writing workshops for refugees and their Baltimore neighbors at the Cathedral of the Incarnation on Wednesdays 7:30-9:00 PM, from March 5th-May 14th, 2014. |