Data
Convening Impact by the Numbers.
100%
would more than likely attend again and encourage others to attend.
5
National expert speakers.
98%
98% overwhelmingly enjoyed the food and snacks.
99%
of those who attended thought the performance by Afrique Aya was excellent.
98%
of those who attended had a great experience.
130+
Registered Attendees
Attendee Experiences
Great opportunity to come together with faces of folks who are--to me--behind the scenes.
I thought everything was wonderful. Thoughtful, relevant, helpful information. Delicious food and treats. Lots of talking, connecting and good conversations with others. Excellent timing of classes and breaks. Beautiful, relaxing setting. Just a wonderful event. Thank you for all your efforts and all you do to help these wonderful people!
Very much enjoyed the valuable information about AR and NWA from AIC and Bill Schwab.
This was a fantastic conference! The speakers were so insightful, and I felt hope as I connected with folks who care deeply about our neighbors. The session, food and entertainment was top tier. My colleagues and I enjoyed our time learning and connecting with community leaders and members.
This was a fantastic event. What a beautiful space to hold a conference. I feel like the meeting ran very smooth with great information. I am so glad that I attended and plan to return next year. Thank you so much!
I met several wonderful people this year! I really enjoyed getting to hear some of the stories of the immigrants or refugees. Those are the stories that stand out to me and that I will always remember! Thank you for all of the positive work that you do and all of the help that you have provided to our schools and the students that need your help!!
What an honor to have been part of a day filled with guests who brought an incredible amount of educational information and knowledge to share with us.
The Afghan dessert was delicious. The breakfast and the snacks were good. The place is incredible!! It was great, I will come back next year. Thank you!!
The event was great! It was a good combination of information, interaction, and celebration.
From the Aid Team
Sebastián Llull Carmona
Asistente legal bilingüe
Mi experiencia en la Convención de AID fue increíble. Buen lugar y buena gente. En mi opinión, es importante realizar este tipo de convención cada año por dos razones: para mostrar la importancia y los beneficios que traen los inmigrantes a nuestra zona y para conocer a otras personas que trabajan en el mismo campo. En mi caso, la convención me anima a seguir ayudando a nuestros clientes y me ayuda a hacer conexiones y a compartir ideas.
Andrea Provins
Survivor Attorney
I really love the AID convenings, mostly because it is a reminder that we are not alone in our work! I love meeting new people who handle different aspects of service to others. I feel like this draws me closer to the people in our community, and energizes me for the work we do.
Mayra Esquivel
Lead Paralegal & DOJ Accredited Rep.
My experience at the AID Convening 2024 was wonderful. Being surrounded by good and powerful people was refreshing and energizing. It’s important for AID to host this annually to help foster relationship-building among organizations to better serve our communities. Additionally, the information provided by AID is beneficial in that it helps to clarify any misunderstandings about the immigration system and the immigrant/refugee community. I love that I get to attend AID’s annual convenings as a staff member of AID. I am always eager and happy to meet new people and answer any question they may have about the work we do.
A Note of Gratitude
On behalf of Arkansas Immigrant Defense (AID), I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your participation and support of our 2024 convening. Your presence and engagement demonstrate a shared commitment to supporting immigrants and refugees in our region, a cause that is more crucial now than ever.
Each of you plays a vital role in creating a more welcoming and inclusive region. Whether you're a long-time advocate, a service provider, or someone new to this work, your dedication to upholding the dignity and rights of our immigrant and refugee neighbors is valued and appreciated.
The challenges faced by immigrants and refugees in our community are complex and often overwhelming. However, the strength and purpose I witnessed in our gathering—the exchange of ideas, the sharing of support, and the forging of new partnerships—gives me hope for our future. Together, we are building a network of regional support that can make a real difference in people's lives.
As we move forward, I invite you to continue this important work with each other. Our collective effort amplifies our impact and resilience in the face of adversity.
For those looking to deepen your impact, I encourage you to consider connecting with Canopy NWA. Their efforts complement our work at Arkansas Immigrant Defense, and they may welcome new volunteers and supporters. Of course, as I mentioned at the Convening, AID loves to welcome volunteers but we require 20 hours a week minimum and Spanish-English fluency, and of course that is a high ask for folks!
Additionally, if you're in a position to do so, please consider making a donation to Arkansas Immigrant Defense. Your financial support allows us to continue providing critical legal services and advocacy for immigrants in our state. AID is Arkansas’ only unrestricted law firm and our services make child survivors eligible for things like in-state tuition, work permits, Medicaid, an end to their removal proceedings and a path to US Citizenship. To keep these services free is of course no easy task. If you or anyone you know would like to learn more about supporting AID, please reach out to me. As an attorney, I handle a lot of the legal work at AID but as the executive director, I am also the grant writer and donor relationship manager and I’m always excited to connect with folks who might support our mission.
Thank you once again for your participation, your passion, and your unwavering commitment to justice and human dignity. Together, we can create a more just and more welcoming Arkansas for all.
With gratitude and hope, Léo Gabriel Tucker.
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