TPS and Work Permit Clinic in Georgia Support
Resounding Success of the TPS, Work Permit, Legal and Medical Consultation Day Organized by IFSI-USA in Lawrenceville, Georgia
On Saturday, September 7, 2023, the Good Samaritan Haitian Alliance Church in Lawrenceville, Georgia, hosted a crucial event for the local Haitian community. Organized by the local Haitian community in partnership with IFSI-USA, this day, aimed at providing new immigrants with legal and medical assistance, as well as access to TPS (Temporary Protected Status) and work permits, brought together over 150 participants, significantly exceeding initial expectations.
This event was made possible through effective collaboration between IFSI-USA and key partners such as "Give to Haiti," represented by Dr. Louis Tyson Wilkenson, "Good Samaritan's Heart Foundation," led by Mr. Watson Escarment, and "Mouvman Lanmou pou Ayiti," chaired by Mrs. Chantal Auguste. Pastors Brave Laverdure and Mardochée Pardieu, spiritual leaders of the Good Samaritan Haitian Alliance Church, along with Roselande Emmanuel, a passionate advocate for immigrant rights, also played a crucial role in the success of this event.
From the moment the doors opened at 771 Davis Rd, Lawrenceville, a dedicated team of volunteers and experts was in place to provide a comprehensive range of essential services. Among the 150 participants, many received personalized legal consultations, expert advice on TPS status, and assistance with work permit applications. Initially, 114 participants were registered, but thanks to the efficiency and flexibility of the teams on-site, several others were able to receive medical and legal assistance even without prior registration.
The specialists present, including Ms. Barbara Antoine, Operations Manager of the Immigration Department at IFSI, Attorney Nunotte Zama, Immigration Attorney, Gardi Previllon, Immigration Specialist, and the IFSI-USA media team consisting of Teddy Keyser Mombrun, Pierre Plaisir, Jerry Domigenson, and Jean Ronald Legoute, all contributed to making this day a resounding success. Their expertise and commitment provided practical advice and essential support to the participants, furthering IFSI-USA's mission to support the Haitian community in their integration and regularization efforts.
The success of this event is measured not only by the number of participants but also by the quality of the services provided and the remarkable spirit of solidarity that prevailed throughout the day. This gathering marks a significant step towards the creation of the IFSI Georgia Coalition, an ambitious initiative aimed at providing ongoing resources to facilitate the integration of Haitian immigrants into American society.
Encouraged by this success, IFSI-USA plans to expand its efforts by establishing new coalitions and organizing similar clinics in North Carolina, Indiana, and Ohio. The goal is to replicate this successful model so that every Haitian immigrant can find their place and fully integrate into American society.
IFSI-USA extends its heartfelt congratulations to the community leaders and, in particular, the partner organizations for their vision and commitment to immigrants. IFSI-USA reaffirms its determination to support such initiatives aimed at facilitating immigrant integration, while continuing to strengthen Haitian communities both in Georgia and beyond.It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference
