Citizenship Classes in English & Spanish - Tuesdays and Thursdays - 6pm -8pm
Ex = Out Of / Patria = Native Country
A Private Venue for Special Events and Immigration & Citizenship Services
HOME OF THE IMMIGRATION ADVOCACY NETWORK
Our Work
Immigration Law & Advocacy is managed by Sandrine Lisk, Esq.., a licensed attorney in good standing in the State of Kansas, Appellate Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court. Since 1995, our office has provided legal services and representation to thousands of U.S. citizens and their immigrant family members going through immigration proceedings before U.S. agencies, tribunals and Federal Courts, many of them pro bono. We offer legal immigration services (Eg. Deportation Defense, DACA, TPS, family visas, change of status, and attorney consultations about viable immigration options); U.S. citizenship services; new-comer orientations; safety planning seminars and workshops for Wichita’s foreign-born community.
As advocates, we celebrate the contributions of immigrants, inform the public on immigration related matters, serve as a resource and agent for the common good, and shed light on the plight of immigrants. Our advocacy is grounded in Christ's instruction to #Welcome The Stranger. The notion of Welcome informs our position across all spheres of influence, whether spiritual, economic, political, philanthropic, or social so that the Immigrants amongst us are not deprived of justice. (Malachi 3:5)
Our Venue
The Expatriates Building has a private venue for small indoor occasions or Food Truck parking. Indoor Capacity is 70. Amenities include a gated property, free on-site parking, ADA facilities, and Tables & Chairs. It is the perfect venue for Corporate Events & Meetings • Conferences • Classes • Workshops • Church/Small Group Fellowships • Wedding & Baby Showers • Baptisms • Bereavement Services • Small Celebrations • Dinner Parties ... and more. We have an Open Food & Drink Policy: Bring your own food and drinks or hire a caterer. Alcohol is allowed between the hours of 9am-midnight.
A licensed bartender IS required if alcohol will be SOLD.
En Español
El Edificio Expatriates cuenta con un salón de eventos privado para pequeñas ocasiones en el interior o estacionamiento de camiones de comida. Capacidad interior para 70 personas. Su alquiler incluye una propiedad cerrada, 2 patios grandes, estacionamiento en el lugar, Mesas y sillas. Es el salón perfecto para Reuniones • Conferencias • Clases • Talleres • Cenas • Cumpleaños • Bodas y baby showers • Bautismos • Servicios de duelo • Celebraciones pequeñas y más. Tenemos una política abierta de comidas y bebidas: trae tu propia comida y bebida o contrata un servicio de catering. Se permite el consumo de alcohol entre las 9:00a y las 12:00 am (medianoche).
Se requiere un Camarera/o con licencia si se venderá alcohol.
IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES
Immigration Consultations
Detention & Deportation Defense for noncitizens
Detention & Deportation Defense for noncitizens
Schedule a consultation with Immigration Attorney, Sandrine Lisk, Esq. to determine what immigration options or benefits you may qualify for, or how certain laws or could conduct affect you as a non-citizen. Learn about risks, the cost, how the process will unfold, and case processing times.
Detention & Deportation Defense for noncitizens
Detention & Deportation Defense for noncitizens
Detention & Deportation Defense for noncitizens
The arrest, detention or possible deportation of a loved one who is non-citizen requires a skilled legal expert from the posting of bond, to appearing in immigration court, and filing an administrative or federal appeal to challenge an Immigration Judge's order. Whether the non-citizen is applying for asylum, is an unaccompanied minor, an undocumented immigrant, or a lawful permanent resident, legal representation is the single most important factor in determining whether someone will win or lose their deportation case.
U.S. Citizenship for Lawful Residents
Detention & Deportation Defense for noncitizens
U.S. Citizenship for Lawful Residents
Citizenship Classes include 100 minutes of Instruction in U.S. Civics, Reading, Writing, & Speaking English. Comprehensive citizenship services include the Application of Naturalization, Interview Preparation, Attorney Representation at Naturalization Interviews, and Oath Ceremony instructions.
lawful Permanent Residence Services
TPS & Safety Planning for noncitizens
U.S. Citizenship for Lawful Residents
Lawful permanent residents are non-citizens who have been granted authorization to live and work in the United States on a permanent basis. As proof of that status, they possess a permanent resident card, commonly called a "Green Card." There are several ways to obtain permanent resident status, and we offer legal assistance to non-citizens applying for Adjustment or Change of Status to lawful permanent residence in the United States, Immigrant Visa Processing at U.S. Consulates overseas, Resident Card Replacements and Renewals.
DACA Renewals & Workshops
TPS & Safety Planning for noncitizens
TPS & Safety Planning for noncitizens
All services related to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program for Dreamers: Renewals, Work Permits and Travel Authorization. Scholarships are available to qualifying applicants.
PLEASE NOTE: The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) continues to accept and process DACA RENEWAL requests and accompanying applications for employment authorization. USCIS also continues to accept initial DACA requests, but in accordance with a federal district court order, USCIS will NOT process initial DACA requests or issue work permits.
TPS & Safety Planning for noncitizens
TPS & Safety Planning for noncitizens
TPS & Safety Planning for noncitizens
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) offers Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Work Permits to certain foreign nationals. Contact us to register, re-register, apply for or extend the validity of your Work Permit. A #SafetyPlan for mixed status and vulnerable foreign-born family members is crucial when any temporary status expires or lapses. Learn how to BE PREPARED. not scared. Know-your-rights, protect your home, and have a plan of action in place.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
IMMIGRANT HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIPS
WICHITA AFRICAN BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
IMMIGRANT HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Immigrant Heritage Scholarships (IHS) are Merit-based for exceptional foreign-born high school graduates in Kansas. Recipients are selected without consideration of immigrant status, family financial circumstances, college choice, or major and career plans. During the application period, candidates are invited to submit the following by U.S. mail, postmarked on or before June 1:
1. A Resume AND Written Statement that highlights the candidate’s abilities, skills, academic accomplishments. personal achievements, school involvement, community service, interests, goals, etc.;
2. A copy of the candidate’s High School Diploma AND final Certified Transcript;
3. Proof of the candidate’s Foreign Birth and Photo ID (e.g. Passport, Photo ID + Birth Cert, Permanent Res. Card); and finally,
4. The candidate’s College Acceptance Letter for the scholarship year;
The IHS Committee receives and evaluates information about the candidates' abilities, skills, academic standing, and accomplishments, and the scholarships are awarded in June during Immigrant Heritage Month (#IHM)
CORPUS CHRISTI CONVIVIO
WICHITA AFRICAN BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
IMMIGRANT HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIPS
CONVIVIO is a free and sacred space for Community, Connections & Conversations of faith over a meal. Fellow believers often struggle with questions about who God is, how God sees us, and what the scriptures actually mean. CONVIVIO is a safe space to indulge in these questions, and converse about the ways of God. Believers across denominational and national boundaries gather once a month to ask and reflect on the big and little questions of our Christian faith, and hold company to share our joys, our pain, and prayer requests. It is a fellowship that begins where God begins with us; and as we take sweet counsel together, iron sharpens iron. With each CONVIVIO, we strengthen our faith and come away refreshed and encouraged to make progress on our earthly pilgrimage. "Little-faith will go to Heaven most certainly, but it often has to hide itself in a nutshell . . . filled with fear and desponding. But Great-faith remembers the promises of God that we can do all things." (Charles Spurgeon)
WICHITA AFRICAN BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
WICHITA AFRICAN BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
WICHITA AFRICAN BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
Wichita, Kansas, is home to thousands of Immigrants representing all 54 countries on the African Continent. The Wichita African Business & Professional Network (WABPN) recognizes the need for an organization to represent the interests and meet the needs of the African business and professional community in our city. The goal of our volunteer membership organization is to enhance and advance economic opportunities for Wichita's African business owners and professionals, while promoting community engagement, visibility. cultural exchange, and the social welfare of our members. Individual members of the Business & Professional Network benefit from relationships among diverse African groups and nationalities in the greater Wichita area, networking, socializing, peer to peer support, referrals and direct access to member resources. Our membership ranges from small and large business owners, to dynamic local entrepreneurs, and emerging young professionals. Join our network!
IMMIGRANT HERITAGE MONTH celebration
IMMIGRANT HERITAGE MONTH celebration
WICHITA AFRICAN BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
We have been celebrating Immigrant Heritage Month (IHM) since June 2015, IHM is our opportunity to recognize the contributions of Immigrants, honor the work of those who welcome the strangers amongst us, and mainstream the message that Immigrants do Make America Great. Replacing the false narrative that immigration is bad or a drain on resources with the truth is a top priority. Immigration is and has always been a net positive and net good for the USA. The more immigrants we have, the more prosperous we are, and the greater the economic impact on our communities and the country as a whole.
Most immigrants work hard to pay for everything we own, and we contribute to the benefits we enjoy. Instead of trying to keep immigrants out, we should welcome and thank them for coming here instead of taking their skills, talents and investments elsewhere. After all, Immigrants have been making America great since the founding of this nation, and we always get the job done!" ~ Sandrine Lisk, Esq.
WICHITA WELCOMING WEEK
IMMIGRANT HERITAGE MONTH celebration
WICHITA WELCOMING WEEK
#Welcoming is a movement across the globe which recognizes that being a welcoming community makes us stronger economically, socially, and culturally. Every September, in partnership with Wichita's Immigration Support Services Network (ISSN) and other community organizations, we organize an event to bring together our city's Citizens and Newcomers to affirm the benefits of welcoming everyone.
WELCOME THE STRANGER
IMMIGRANT HERITAGE MONTH celebration
WICHITA WELCOMING WEEK
Our advocacy efforts are firmly rooted in the conviction that we can welcome the strangers amongst us, embrace the beauty in diversity, leverage the benefits and potential of the foreign-born, while enhancing national security all at the same time. Unless your vision or faith is limited to only welcoming certain racial, ethnic or religious Immigrants, these goals are not mutually exclusive. As far as it depends on us, we will keep the doors to this #ImmigrantNation open to those who come after us so that they too can share in the American dream.
Citizenship Classes & Instruction
CLASSES IN ENGLISH & SPANISH
CLASSES IN ENGLISH & SPANISH
CLASSES IN ENGLISH & SPANISH
6pm-8pm TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
CLASSES IN ENGLISH & SPANISH
CLASSES IN ENGLISH & SPANISH
NATURALIZATION WORKSHOPS
CLASSES IN ENGLISH & SPANISH
NATURALIZATION WORKSHOPS
