Resilient Immigrant

Super excited to speak on navigating workplace culture! If you’re stepping into a new role, leading a new team, or simply wanting to show up with more confidence each day—I encourage you to join.

Murtaza Khwaja, is no stranger to navigating complex systems and transforming them from within. As Executive Director of CAIR Georgia, Murtaza has spent years leading legal and advocacy efforts that challenge workplace discrimination and systemic bias. From boardrooms to courtrooms, his work is rooted in advancing equity, dignity, and inclusion, values every professional should carry into any workplace, especially when adapting to a new environment. His journey from providing direct legal support to marginalized communities to building institutional power through strategic litigation and grassroots organizing, offers critical lessons on how to thrive in unfamiliar professional settings without compromising your identity. Join us for an important session: 🗓️ Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 ⏰ Time: 8PM EST 📍Streaming Live on: LinkedIn & YouTube https://lnkd.in/dcT5T5wr If you’re a professional adapting to a new country or managing diverse teams, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Evan Kirstein, has spent over a decade helping professionals with ADHD not just manage but lead, grow, and thrive. As the founder of Progressive Growth Coaching, Evan brings a unique blend of academic depth and real-world insight. With a Master’s in Education, credentials as a certified executive coach, and a background in program management and behavioral education, he’s worked with leaders across industries to navigate professional challenges with clarity and confidence. What sets him apart is his lived experience. Diagnosed with ADHD himself, he offers a rare combination of empathy and strategy, helping clients translate neurodivergent thinking into executive-level strengths. In this live session, he will share practical frameworks for navigating workplace culture and building success in unfamiliar professional environments. From decoding unspoken expectations to aligning with new team dynamics, this conversation is designed for anyone stepping into change, whether it’s a new job, a new country, or a new chapter. 🗓️ Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025 ⏰ Time: 8PM EST 📍Where Live on LinkedIn and YouTube https://lnkd.in/dcT5T5wr

Leila Bidad, MDR from Pollack Peacebuilding Systems is a master of navigating the people-side of change and on April 24th at 8PM EST, she’s joining us live to share her strategies for adapting to new workplace cultures. With over a decade of experience in mediation, conflict coaching, facilitation, training, and organizational change, Leila has helped professionals and institutions across industries from federal government to manufacturing and nonprofit, build stronger, more cohesive teams. Her approach blends deep behavioral insight with practical tools, enabling people to move through conflict, adapt to change, and build trust in even the most complex environments. A graduate of Pepperdine University’s top-ranked Straus Institute, Leila holds a Master’s in Dispute Resolution and is known for her ability to create safe, inclusive spaces where dialogue leads to real solutions. Whether she’s working with executives, educators, or frontline staff, her impact is lasting and her insights are immediately actionable. Don’t miss this powerful session: 📍Streaming live on LinkedIn and YouTube https://lnkd.in/dcT5T5wr 🗓️ Thursday, April 24, 2025 ⏰ 8PM EST

Leila Bidad, MDR from Pollack Peacebuilding Systems, Murtaza Khwaja and Evan Kirstein, will be joining us, alongside our moderator Vivian Otabor, for a powerful conversation on one of the most overlooked challenges immigrant professionals face: navigating workplace culture. Technical expertise gets your foot in the door. But understanding unspoken expectations, communication styles, and organizational norms? That’s what drives long-term success. Join us for: Navigating Workplace Culture: Strategies for Success in a New Professional Environment 🗓️ Date: Thursday, April 24 ⏰ Time: 8:00PM EST Livestream on LinkedIn & YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dcT5T5wr This live session will offer practical strategies and culturally-informed insights to help professionals thrive in unfamiliar work environments. You’ll walk away with fresh perspectives, real-world strategies, and renewed confidence to: • Adapt without losing your identity • Build credibility and influence • Navigate cultural differences with clarity If you’ve ever felt like you’re translating more than just language at work, this session is for you.

Impact doesn’t happen by accident. It takes strategy. It takes people. It takes showing up. This Q2 Info Session is your opportunity to do just that with intention. Whether you’re a mission-driven leader, a potential partner, a curious observer, an immigrant, a friend of an immigrant, a new member or just someone who wants to know more, this is the room you want to be in. We’re sharing: • The vision that’s shaping our future • The initiatives driving change right now • Real ways you can contribute, collaborate, or lead • And we’re answering your questions live 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 ⏰ Time: 1PM EST 📍 Where: Zoom (registration is required) To access the full session, register via Zoom. Register here: https://lnkd.in/djPeMwXP

From exile to international influence. When Isabel Allende fled Chile after a military coup, she didn’t just start over, she rewrote the narrative. Now based in the U.S., Allende is one of the most widely read authors in the world, with over 77 million books sold. Her breakthrough novel, The House of the Spirits, introduced readers to themes of justice, memory, and resistance, rooted in her lived experience as an immigrant. But her impact doesn’t stop at the page. Through the Isabel Allende Foundation, she champions the rights of women and children globally proving that displacement doesn’t diminish potential. It refines it. At Resilient Immigrant, we spotlight powerful stories like hers to challenge stereotypes, celebrate contributions, and amplify immigrant voices. Curious how one immigrant reshaped literature and humanitarian advocacy on a global scale? 🔗Read the full story on our website. www.resilientimmigrant.org

Helping immigrants take the first confident step toward financial freedom, starting with building credit from scratch.

Starting a business is exciting, but handling the legal and administrative side can be overwhelming, especially as an immigrant entrepreneur. That’s why we’re hosting a free Economic Empowerment Workshop to guide you through the process. On April 22, 2025, at 1:00 PM EDT, join Alex Muñoz, Co-Owner of CSR, LLC, for a session designed to help you build a solid foundation for your business. With over 20 years of experience, Alex has helped countless small businesses navigate compliance, registration, and strategic planning. What You’ll Learn: • How to choose the right business structure (LLC, sole proprietorship, etc.) • The key registration and compliance steps you can’t afford to miss • A live Q&A to answer your biggest legal and admin questions This session is ideal for entrepreneurs and small business owners ready to take the next step. Registration is required to access this event! Secure your spot now. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dtPx22ri

When Trevor Noah took over The Daily Show, many were skeptical, an immigrant hosting one of America’s most iconic satirical news shows? But Trevor didn’t just fill a seat, he transformed it. Born in South Africa during apartheid, his story is rooted in resilience. He brought that same energy to late-night television, using humor to tackle complex issues like race, identity, and immigration. And in doing so, he created space for voices often left out of the conversation. This is what immigrant leadership looks like: bold, insightful, and unafraid to shift the narrative. At Resilient Immigrant, we believe in celebrating changemakers like Trevor Noah, individuals who challenge the status quo and prove that where you come from is not a limitation, but a strength. Read the full story on our website. It’s more than entertainment, it’s impact. www.resilientimmigrant.org