Chris Myers Asch, Executive Director from the Capital Area New Mainers Project (CANMP) spoke to the club today about the organization's efforts to help welcome refugee newcomers to Central Maine. For the past 6 years, CANMP has offered English classes, housing assistance, scholarships, an Activity Fund, celebrations and more as they have helped to build a thriving and diverse community together. He explained their Family Mentor Team approach in which volunteers help new refugee families adjust to life here in Maine through shared activities.
For more information: newmainersproject.org
"Immigrants have been the lifeblood of Maine since colonial times and they continue to be. Today's new Mainers bring energy, cultural vitality, and economic promise to our community and we are fortunate that they have chosen to live here."
---Bill, elected official