Local.Global.Nevada (L.G.N)

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 9 of L.G.N., I meet with Princess Kubuya to talk about what it really looks like for immigrants to navigate employment rules and workforce participation in the U.S. Princess, a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo, came to Reno in 2016 with her father and siblings and is now the first in her family to graduate from the Institution of Higher Education (University of Nevada, Reno) with a degree in criminal justice. We talk about her journey, the challenges of understanding work limitations as an immigrant and a student, and how those rules shape opportunities, choices, and the path forward. It’s an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, growth, and what it takes to build a future.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this Episode of L.G.N., I sat down with Amanda Mundt, NNIC’s Volunteer Program Coordinator, to talk about community response and what it really looks like when local organizations, churches, and advocates come together to support immigrant families. We had a very real conversation about the gaps, the challenges, and also the powerful ways people show up—whether it’s through volunteering, partnerships, or simply being present. This episode gives a closer look at the human side of this work and why community support plays such a critical role in helping families feel welcomed, supported, and able to rebuild their lives.If after watching this episode, you would like to get involved and become a volunteer, please leave your comment below, and our team will get in contact with you.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Local. Global. Nevada, I speak with Walid Sabooryar about the deeply personal experience of family reunification. Following our previous episode that explored the legal framework behind the process, this conversation focuses on the human side of immigration—what it means to wait for loved ones, navigate uncertainty, and hold onto hope while family members remain separated by borders. Walid shares his journey of bringing family members to the United States, the emotional and practical challenges along the way, and the resilience required to rebuild family life after years of separation. His story reminds us that behind every immigration case is a family striving to be together again.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 6 of Local. Global. Nevada., I sit down with immigration legal represntative Annie Allen to talk about what many immigrant families experience when trying to reunite with their significant others. In this conversation, we focus on the legal side of family reunification: how the process works, who is eligible to petition for family members, and why waiting times and visa backlogs can keep families separated for years. Annie also shares insights into some of the most common challenges families face while navigating the immigration system and explains why it is so important to work with qualified immigration attorneys or accredited representatives. We also discuss the risks of relying on unauthorized practitioners and how families can better protect themselves while going through this complex process. My goal for this episode is to help make the legal framework of family reunification clearer and more accessible for anyone trying to understand how these systems affect real families.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode of Local. Global. Nevada., we explore the strength, adaptability, and quiet leadership of immigrant women in our community.Behind every resettled family is a woman navigating language barriers, cultural transitions, employment challenges, and the emotional weight of rebuilding life in a new country. Despite experiencing displacement, instability, and trauma, immigrant women often serve as the backbone of their families — fostering resilience, stability, and hope for the next generation.This episode highlights how the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) is intentionally investing in women through its Women’s Empowerment Initiative, including the “She Thrives” program. We discuss how access to English language education, peer support groups, leadership development, and culturally responsive programming creates pathways not just for survival — but for confidence, independence, and long-term success.If you care about integration, equity, and building a stronger Northern Nevada, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.🎧 Subscribe to L.G.N. on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Pandora to stay connected to stories that matter — locally and globally.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of L.G.N — Local. Global. Northern Nevada., we continue our conversation with immigrant families who call Reno home, diving deeper into the stories that shape our shared community.From first impressions of life in Northern Nevada to the everyday moments that define belonging, families share how they are building roots, navigating new systems, and passing cultural traditions on to the next generation. These personal reflections reveal not only the challenges of starting over, but also the strength, resilience, and contributions that enrich our city.Episode 4 offers another opportunity to connect with the people next door—reminding us that understanding begins with listening, and community is built through shared stories.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of L.G.N — Local. Global. Northern Nevada., we turn our focus close to home and meet the people who make Reno the vibrant, diverse community it is today.Behind every immigrant family is a story of courage, adaptation, and hope. In Meet Your Neighbor, you listen to personal journeys of families who now call Reno home—sharing what it means to build a life in a new place, navigate cultural transitions, and create a sense of belonging while honoring their roots.Through honest conversations and lived experiences, this episode highlights the everyday realities of immigrant families, the challenges they face, the contributions they bring, and the role community plays in helping newcomers thrive.This is an invitation to see your neighbors through a deeper lens—one story at a time.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of L.G.N — Local.Global.Nevada., we explore how recent shifts in federal refugee policy are reshaping the resettlement landscape in our region.From changes in funding and admission priorities to evolving executive decisions, national policies have a direct and lasting impact on local communities. We break down what these changes mean for resettlement agencies, service providers, and—most importantly—the individuals and families rebuilding their lives in Northern Nevada.Joining us NNIC Resettlement Program Case Manager, Seraphine Onyango, helps unpack how federal decisions translate into local realities, the challenges organizations face in responding to rapid policy shifts, and the ways Northern Nevada International Center continues to adapt to it.This episode offers clarity, context, and local insight into a complex policy environment—highlighting why understanding these changes matters and how they shape the future of refugee resettlement in our region.Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome to L.G.N, the next chapter of DiploChatz. In this debut episode, we introduce the rebrand and set the tone for the season with our first Ask an Expert conversation featuring Dr. Carina Black, Executive Director of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC).We break down what refugee resettlement really means, who it serves, and how it works on the ground, spotlighting the vital role of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC). From arrival and integration to community partnerships and local impact, this episode offers a clear, human-centered overview of how global displacement connects to our region.Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to understand how Northern Nevada shows up for newcomers, this episode is your starting point.Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe NNIC marketing team has been working on rebranding our existing podcast, DiploChatz. We are finally ready to announce the launch date of our fresh start with L.G.N. (stands for Local.Global.Nevada).Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our Second Season - Episode 3!Episode 3 Description:We will begin every DiploChatz show with a warm welcome to you! On Episode 3 of DiploChatz, we are joined by Cheryl Erwin is a Certified Positive Discipline Lead Trainer and the co-author of several books and resources in the bestselling Positive Discipline series, including Positive Discipline for Single Parents, Positive Discipline for Preschoolers, Positive Discipline: the First Three Years, and the “Positive Discipline for Early Childhood Educators” training manual, which are available in several languages. She was a marriage and family therapist in private practice for 25 years, and was the Mental Health Consultant for Early Head Start at the University of Nevada, Reno. She is a popular international speaker and trainer, both in person and online, and has taught in China, Egypt, Spain, the UK, Canada, Taiwan, and all across Latin America. Cheryl is married and has one adult son and two remarkable grandchildren.What is Positive Discipline?Positive Discipline is a model based on Adlerian Psychology. It can be used by parents, teachers, couples, businesses, and community leaders to learn to create responsible, respectful, and resourceful relationships in their communities. Based on the bestselling Positive Discipline books by Jane Nelsen, Lynn Lott, and their co-authors (including Cheryl Erwin), this model can be applied to both children and adults to become contributing members of their communities.  The premise of this model is to help people find a sense of belonging and significance following FIVE CRITERIA:  Helps children feel a sense of connection. (Belonging and significance)Is mutually respectful and encouraging.  (Kind and firm at the same time.)Is effective long - term. (Considers what the child is thinking, feeling, learning, and deciding about himself and his world – and what to do in the future to survive or to thrive.)Teaches important social and life skills.  (Respect, concern for others, problem solving, communication, and cooperation as well as the skills to contribute to the home, school, or larger community.)Invites children to discover how capable they are. (Encourages the constructive use of personal power and autonomy.)Positive Discipline is currently taught and practiced in more than 90 countries and has been translated into many languages. DiploChatz featured an ongoing Segment: MINDFULNESS MOMENT WITH DR. YVONNE STEDHAMEvery month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life. This episode's Mindfulness Moment Segment is titled: Mindfulness of Thoughts Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness-trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Credits:  Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our Second Season - Episode 2!Guest Co-Host: We are joined as a guest co-host on this second episode by Yulia Rajeh who is a Legal Case Assistant for NNIC's Refugee Resettlement Program.Episode 2 Description:We will begin every DiploChatz show with a warm welcome to you! We will take this opportunity to introduce you to our episode's guest co-host. On Episode 2 of DiploChatz, we are joined by Dr. Todd Felts, Associate Professor at the Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).Dr. Felts teaches media & society, crisis communications, and graduate classes in leadership, innovation, and engagement.  Before joining the faculty more than a decade ago, Dr. Felts directed public relations for international companies and causes, providing media relations counsel during crises and litigation. The University awarded him Outreach Faculty of the Year and he was the Human Services Network Board Member of the Year for his work for Northern Nevada HOPES, a federally qualified health facility in Northern Nevada.  This year, the Association of Fundraising Professionals named him Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year. Segment 1 & 2: During the first and second segments of Episode 2, The rules of crisis communications are often used to mitigate and manage public perceptions of issues that affect us all.  A key ingredient in this process is trust.  The way we communicate plus how we act equals the reputation of individuals, organizations, and multinational corporations.  By understanding the cycle of a crisis from detection to listening, we are better equipped to make the right decisions at the right time, reducing the likelihood of the crisis getting out of hand.Players in international markets are often faced with additional challenges.  From language to culture differences, before we speak and act, there is a lot to learn.This discussion will focus on proven leadership approaches to communicating during a difficult time.  It will feature stories of success and how we can all, regardless of our responsibilities, create more positive situations for ourselves and the people impacted by a crisis. DiploChatz featured an ongoing Segment:Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.  Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness-trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Credits:  Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator, and Guest Coordinator   Send any chatz ideas we should take into consideration on future shows:Email us:  [email protected]  Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our Second Season - Episode 1! Guest Co-Host: We are joined on this first episode by Brandon Denney who is one of NNIC's Medical Coordinators as our DiploChatz Co-Host. Welcome, Brandon!!Episode 1 Description:We will begin every DiploChatz show with a warm welcome to you! We will take this opportunity to introduce you to our episode's co-host.  On Episode 1 of DiploChatz, we are joined by Ms. Jessica Ear, NNIC Board Member. Ms. Jessica Ear has spent the last 30 years working and living in Asia. Her extensive experience ranges from the U.S. Diplomatic Corps where she negotiated with governments to advance political and humanitarian issues, to the Department of Defense where she advised, taught, and instructed U.S. and foreign military and civilian leaders on human security in the Indo-Asia Pacific region. With a legal background in international studies and human rights, Ms. Ear has not only worked with governments, but she has also assisted the United Nations, the private sector, and non-governmental organizations in various areas that aim to improve human lives and conditions. She is versed in international development, refugee policies and resettlement, humanitarian and crisis response and support. As a former refugee from Cambodia, Ms. Ear is dedicated to promoting global peace and security.  Segment 1: During the first segment of Episode 1, Jessica chatz with DiploChatz about her life story as a former refugee from Cambodia. Jessica opens up about the challenges that she had to go through during her journey fleeing her country and the important role that her parents played while they kept her and her family safe. Segment 2: During our second segment, Jessica chatz with us about the human spirit of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) which ultimately was one of the reasons why she ended up joining the NNIC Board of Directors. DiploChatz featured an ongoing Segment:Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.  Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness-trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Credits:  Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator, and Guest Coordinator    Send any chatz ideas we should take into consideration on future shows:Email us:  [email protected]  Interested in starting your own podcast?  Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 10!  Episode 10 Description:On Episode 10 of DiploChatz, we are joined by Chloe Hoy-Bianchi, NNIC Office Manager and World Refugee Day Celebration coordinator! Chloe has worked with NNIC's refugee clients since the end of 2019, first as a community volunteer. She joined the NNIC team in November 2020, working with the refugee families in multiple capacities: as a volunteer and donations coordinator and by developing and for a time subsequently running the Refugee Youth Mentoring Program. Segment 1: During the first segment of Episode 10, Chloe chatz with DiploChatz about the daily positive impact that the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) has on the lives of many refugee families in Northern Nevada, USA. Segment 2: During our second segment, Chloe chatz about the World Refugee Day Celebration that NNIC has worked hard to put together,  which is scheduled for June 18, 2022. You will learn about the meaning behind this celebration. We want to note that this celebration would not have been possible without the support and love of the entire community. What is World Refugee Day?World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honor refugees around the globe. It falls each year on June 20 and celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. DiploChatz Global Engagement Question:Send responses to:  [email protected]   Are there places near you that celebrate World Refugee Day? If so, how do they celebrate this important event?   DiploChatz featured ongoing Segment:Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.  Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades. Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz! Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International Center Credits:  Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator  Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator  Interested in starting your own podcast?  Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 9!   Episode 9 Description:DiploChatz Episode 9 is joined by Zeynep Evenson, Middle Years Program Coordinator from the Earl Wooster High School in Reno, Nevada, USA. During the first segment, Ms Evenson will chat with us about the International Baccalaureate Program (IB). During the second segment, NNIC's beloved intern Nicholas Bruk joins to us to chat about his experience at the Earl Wooster High School as a former IB program participant.What is The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program?The (IB) Program was designed and created in Switzerland in the 1960s, a world-renowned, and an academically challenging program to prepare students aged 16 to 19 for success at university and life beyond. IB program brings global context that fosters mutual respect of human being in order to develops lifelong learners who thrive and make a difference. DiploChatz Global Engagement Question:Send responses to:  [email protected]   Does your country have a similar program like the (IB) Program? If there is one, what is the name and how might it be the same and or different?   DiploChatz featured on-going Segment:Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.  Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades. Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz! Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International Center Credits:  Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator  Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator  Interested in starting your own podcast?  Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963 Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 8!   Episode 8 Description:DiploChatz Episode 8 is joined by Dr. Cyndy Soto Lopez from the DICE Center at the University of Nevada, Reno. In this episode, Dr. Soto Lopez talks about mental health and trauma and its impact on our daily life, especially in COVID-19 pandemic time. Dr. Cyndy Soto Lopez also talks about the important work and impact that the DICE Center is having in the lives of many immigrants and refugees. The DICE Center is dedicated to the dissemination of evidence-based culturally sensitive research. The DICE Center provides critical psychological services in the client’s native language which help clients feel more comfortable while opening up about mental health. DiploChatz Global Engagement Question of the MonthSend responses to:  [email protected]  In which way does your country provide mental health services to its citizens?  DiploChatz featured on-going Segment:Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.  Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International CenterCredits:  Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator   Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator  Interested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 7!  Episode 7 Description:DiploChatz Episode 7 is joined by NNIC's Executive Director Dr. Carina Black. 2021 was another year of huge impact and accomplishments for NNIC! Listen to Dr. Black as she takes you back to 2021 and talks about some challenges and so many accomplishments that NNIC had. Carina will also talk about the goals and big plans that NNIC is looking forward to in 2022! On Segment 2 we are joined by our very own DiploChatz host and NNIC International Development Specialist, Kevin Sung. Kevin will introduce all of you to a new international exchange program of NNIC, the U.S.-Korea Young Climate Activists Exchange Program. Kevin will present the U.S. Embassy Seoul sponsored international exchange program in detail.DiploChatz Global Engagement Question of the MonthSend responses to:  [email protected] What accomplishment stands out for you about NNIC's work in 2021? Are there initiatives that your country is working on to combat Climate Change? DiploChatz featured on-going Segment:Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life. Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three decade long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International CenterCredits: Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator  Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator  Interested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 6! Episode 6 Description: DiploChatz Episode 6 is joined by Dr. Yvonne Stedham who is a 2010 UNR Foundation Professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). Does the name sound familiar to you? Yes, you are right! Dr. Yvonne Stedham has been providing practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life in a segment called Mindfulness Moment of DiploChatz. Dr. Yvonne Stedham has practiced mindfulness since 2010 and known the peace and equanimity that mindfulness can bring. Dr. Stedham became a mindfulness instructor to teach about mindfulness and support individuals in developing a mindfulness practice. In this Ep. 6, we will share with you mindfulness resources and we also talk about mindfulness leadership, global mindfulness, mindfulness in diplomacy and the benefits of mindfulness for interpreters. Visit Dr. Yvonne Stedham’s website for more on the practice of mindfulness www.yvonnestedham.com    DiploChatz Global Engagement Question of the MonthSend responses to:  [email protected] is does mindfulness mean to you? What does the practice of mindfulness look like in your country?DiploChatz featured on-going Segment:Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three decade long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International CenterCredits:Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator Interested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 5! Episode 5 Description:DiploChatz Episode 5 is joined by the NNIC International Exchange Programs Manager Stacy Kinion who is running the Algerian Youth Leadership Program (AYLP). AYLP is a NNIC’s flagship international exchange program that celebrates 13th year anniversary in 2022. AYLP provides a leadership development opportunity for Algerian and American youth through engagement in activities both in a range of public and community setting. Stacy will chat about AYLP more in depth in this episode.  Guest 2: Andrea, Ozora, Nusra, Vlad and Daniel join us to chat about the Academic Cultural Conversations and Exchange Program to Thrive (A.C.C.E.P.T.). This program was a collaboration between the Northern Nevada International Center and The Davison Academy of Nevada part of the University of Nevada, Reno. Hear directly from the students about the impact that this exchange program had in all of them and the growth that took place during their participation. Learn more about The Davison Academy of Nevada.  DiploChatz Global Engagement Question of the MonthSend responses to:  [email protected] is your personal highlight of 2021 for you? What are you looking forward to in 2022?DiploChatz featured on-going Segment:Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three decade long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International CenterCredits:Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content CreatorInterested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963 Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 4! Episode 4 Description:We kick off Episode 4 of DiploChatz by having an exclusive interview with Mr. Eskinder Negash. Mr. Negash is President and CEO of the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI), an organization founded in 1911 to protect the rights and address the needs of persons in forced or voluntary migration worldwide and support their transition to a dignified life. Mr. Negash is a recognized senior executive leader and brings nearly 40 years of proven non-profit management experience on behalf of refugees and immigrants. Mr. Negash provides a closer look into the refugee movement in this country and in other parts of the world.  Guest 2:We continue our 4th Episode with a special interview with Bembeleza Amina Yuma. Bembeleza chatz with us about her journey to America as a refugee. She opens up with DiploChatz by providing a deeper understanding of the challenges that refugees face and chatz with us about the meaning of her life now and her future goals. Listen to Bembeleza's poem, "Complexity of Refugee Life". Her poem will move you and leave you in awe . Meet this dynamic young lady, her life's story will spire you! DiploChatz Global Engagement Question of the MonthSend responses to:  [email protected] are you grateful for? Do you have an equivalent holiday like Thanksgiving in your own country? Share with us how that holiday is celebrated and the meaning behind it. DiploChatz featured on-going Segment: Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three decade long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International CenterCredits:Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator Interested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show

Send us Fan MailDiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 3! Episode 3 Description:We have the great pleasure of being joined on Episode 3 of DiploChatz by Dr. Sherry Lee Mueller, Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at the School of International Service (SIS), American University, Washington, D.C., teaches a graduate Practicum entitled Cultural Diplomacy and International Exchange. As part of her ongoing consulting practice, in 2015 Professor Mueller served as the Higher Education Specialist for IBTCI on a bi-national team conducting an evaluation of a USAID-sponsored scholarship program for Indonesians. After serving as President of Global Ties U.S. (formerly NCIV) from 1996 to 2011, the Board of Directors named Sherry President Emeritus. Before NCIV, Sherry worked for the Institute of International Education (IIE) as Director, Professional Exchange Programs. Prior to joining IIE, Ms. Mueller served as an Experiment in International Living Leader to the former Soviet Union, a Liaison Officer for the U.S. Department of State, and a lecturer at the University of Rhode Island.DiploChatz featured on-going Segment: Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life. Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three decade long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International CenterCredits:Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator Interested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe welcome you to the very first season of DiploChatz! Episode 2:On this second episode we have the pleasure of being joined by Kelly Echeverria, Washoe County Emergency Manager.  Since September is Emergency Preparedness Month in the USA, we felt it was important to invite Kelly to DiploChatz. Back in 2016 the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC), Language Bank in collaboration with Washoe County, USA developed an Award Winning Multi-Language Emergency Warning and Information Project. Learn about this project and the several components that made and continue to make a huge impact in the State of Nevada. Dr. Carina Black - Executive Director of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) joins us on the second segment of episode 2 to speak to us about the Gateways For Growth - Immigrants Get the Job Done (G4G) initiative, which celebrates immigrant contributions in Northern Nevada! Dr. Black visits DiploChatz to unveil some never before heard data from the 2021 New American Economy statistical report. This report showcases how the City of Reno has been a Gateway for Growth to improve immigrant inclusion in our community. Check out the G4G Data by going HEREDiploChatz featured Segment: Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life. Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three decade long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International CenterCredits:Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator Ozora Cheek, Floor Director/Time KeeperInterested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the very first season of DiploChatz! Episode 1:On this first episode we have the pleasure of being joined by Dr. Carina Black - Executive Director of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC)Have you ever wondered how NNIC got started? Carina chatz about the history of NNIC and chatz about the various programs that NNIC has. She also chatz about the important work and the positive impact that the Northern Nevada International Center has and continues to have around the world. DiploChatz featured Segment: Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life. Who is Dr. Yvonne?In addition to a three decade long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades. Supported by:DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!Learn more about NNIC:Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International CenterCredits:Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator Keanu Gaite, Floor Director/Time KeeperInterested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1819963Support the show