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ORGANIZATION: Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, Inc. (CIANA)

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About CIANA

CIANA is a small but dynamic Queens-based nonprofit social services organization that works to integrate new immigrants from the Middle-East/North Africa, South Asia, and Central/South America into American life and culture, and assist in their economic and social advancement. We provide holistic, culturally competent social, educational, legal, and informational programs to underserved new immigrant families in a safe and welcoming environment, guide them through American systems and laws, and help them successfully integrate into the socioeconomic and civic life of America.

Position Overview

Working in partnership with the CEO/Founder, the Board supports the work and growth of CIANA, and provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance. CIANA is looking for board candidates who want to make a difference and can devote time and dedication to a worthwhile cause. Expertise in business, government, philanthropy, and the nonprofit sector is welcomed. We are looking for skills in legal, fundraising/grantwriting, accounting/auditing, government contracting, organizational development, and marketing/public relations.

Time commitment is essential, and active involvement is critical and expected. The Boardmembers are expected to take a prominent role in fundraising activities, to assist with the solicitation of funding from government, foundations, organizations, and individuals, and to publicize CIANA through their networks to help support CIANA’s work. They are also expected to consider CIANA a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts within their capacity that reflect that priority.

Responsibilities include:

  • Providing leadership, governance, and fiscal oversight;
  • Building dynamic fundraising strategies and donor solicitation plans;
  • Serving on board committees and taking on special assignments;
  • Representing CIANA to stakeholders, and acting as ambassadors for the organization.

Board Meetings

Board meetings are held regularly, usually in the evening.

For more information, please visit CIANA’s website at www.cianainc.org .

To apply for a position on CIANA's Board of Directors, please email your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest to BOD@cianainc.org.

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About Center for the Integration and Advancement of New Americans, Inc. (CIANA)

Location:

36-12 34th Avenue, 2nd Floor, Astoria, NY 11102, US

Mission Statement

To provide special transitional services which will lead to the successful integration of newcomers into American society while continuing to maintain pride in their own cultural heritage .

Description

Immigrants and refugees will be provided with the tools to emerge from poverty, isolation, and linguistic barriers to become full, productive American citizens. Our services promote family well-being and stability, provide counseling and support services, and expose newcomers to the social, economic and educational opportunities available to them. Professional social services will include ESOL and civics classes, citizenship preparation, adult literacy, child welfare and youth services, legal and immigration assistance, financial literacy, micro credit and finance, employment assistance, and information and referral services. Newcomers will gain a deeper understanding of western culture and how to incorporate its positive qualities into their lives without fear of losing their culture and identity; it will help them shape an identity that encompasses the best of both worlds and prevents their isolation and marginalization.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Board Development
Immigrants & Refugees
Advocacy & Human Rights, Board Development, Immigrants & Refugees

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

36-12 34th AvenueAstoria, NY 11106

(40.75951,-73.92716)
 

SKILLS

  • Advocacy
  • Immigration Law
  • Donor Management
  • Fundraising
  • Grant Writing / Research
  • Resource Development / Management

GOOD FOR

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REQUIREMENTS

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