This virtual summit aims to inform providers, stakeholders, and interested community members about the emerging needs of new arrivals in Northern Virginia.

Speakers will present updates from the state level, community level, and we will hear from representatives of the Afghan community.

Following the presentations, participants will have the opportunity to have round table discussions to address systemic challenges, community barriers, as well as resources and solutions.

Agenda:

Welcome and Remarks

Keynote speaker - Elissa Milanowski| VA Office of New Americans

Feature Speaker – Freshta Taeb, BHIT | FT Translation Services LLC

Resettlement Panel

Break

Round Table Discussions (1)

Round Table Discussions (2)

Round Table Discussions (3)

Large Group Debrief

Evaluations & Close