International Institute of Buffalo

Computers for Children Partners with the IIB

Thursday, May 23, 2013

The Oishei Foundation funded a pilot program with Computers For Children, Inc. to train twenty Burmese refugees in the use of computers to communicate with their school. The pilot program is designed to help bridge the digital, language, and educational divides. The IIB is a training site and provided translators and cultural knowedge and support. The press release with links to photos is here.

WorldQuest 2013

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Results are in for the WorldQuest 2013 the IIB's annual fundraiser for our educational programming, which was held May 9.
Buffalo.com took pictures.

A Map for Adventurous Eaters

Thursday, May 9, 2013

This map simultaneously provides a service to people who want to eat international cuisines as well as the restaurants and shops on the receiving end of this increased traffic. It's also a fundraiser for the IIB. Buffalo Spree magazine, May issue.

Culinary Staycation - The Map for Adventurous Eaters 2.0 Debuts in Buffalo Magazine

Thursday, May 2, 2013

As the new wave of immigrants and refugees settle, Buffalo has become a hotbed of world cuisine. Here's the guide to get you there.

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What You Can Do

Learn

Read about human trafficking
Contact IIB staff to schedule a presentation on human trafficking, and its impact on Western New York, for your agency, business, club, or group.
Check out the Freedom Network's website for a great list of resources.
Spread the word! Tell your friends, family, & colleagues what you've learned.

Report

Keep your eyes open. Although it is difficult to ID victims of human trafficking at first glance, there are some trusted red flags.
If you see something suspicious, report it. Trust your gut. You do not have to be certain that it is trafficking. All you need to think is, "Something seems off here." Tips often lead to full investigations.
To report a suspicious situation, one that might possibly be human trafficking, contact IIB's Victim Services Department at (716) 883-1900 ext. 304 or email us. You can also contact the Erie County Sheriff's Department at (716) 858-3281; or the National Trafficking Tipline at 1-866-US-TIPLINE (English) or 1-888-80-AYUDA (Spanish).

Donate

You can also join us in our mission by making a financial or goods donation!

Financial Contributions: Financial contributions can be made securely through our website, or by emailing us. When speaking with us, please be sure to let us know that you want to donate to our Victim Services Department.
Doantions of Items: To donate household goods that will help our trafficking clients start their new lives, email our staff.

Volunteer

Potential volunteers can learn more about the opportunities at IIB on our Volunteer Page. You can also contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Hannah Cox, directly.
IIB conducts four anti-trafficking subcommittees in the following counties: Alleghany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genessee, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming. To find out more about the subcommittees, including meeting times & agendas, email us or call us at (716) 883-1900 ext. 312.