What we do
From the beginning, Philadelphia has worked to be a welcoming place to people from all walks of life. Our country was built by immigrants and our strength as a city is reinforced by our vibrant diversity.
The mission of the Office of Immigrant Affairs (OIA) is to promote the well-being of Philadelphia’s immigrant communities. We do this by recommending and developing policies and programs, which in turn provide opportunity and access to services.
We help facilitate the successful inclusion of immigrants into the civic, economic, and cultural life of the city. We highlight the essential role that immigrants have played and continue to play in our city.
OIA also supports the work of the following commissions:
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City Hall
Room 162 Philadelphia, PA 19107 |
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OIA |
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(215) 686-0876
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Programs
Events
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Jun17EventThe American Dream Zoom Webinar10:00 am to 11:00 amEvent
The American Dream Zoom Webinar
June 17, 202610:00 am to 11:00 am, 1 hourCollaboration with the Asian American Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia and the Office of State Senator Nikil Saval
Join us in celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month for an important conversation on understanding and protecting the rights of small business owners and employees when interacting with immigration officials.
This one-hour Zoom webinar will bring together business owners, employers, workers, and community members to discuss practical steps for business preparedness, employee protections, and available legal resources. Participants will gain valuable insights on how to navigate immigration-related situations in the workplace, better understand their rights and responsibilities, and learn how to support and protect their businesses and employees.
Featured speakers include Nikil Saval, Pennsylvania State Senator, and Jonathan Grode, a nationally recognized immigration attorney and U.S. Practice Director at Green and Spiegel LLC.
https://asianchamberphila.org/event/6-17/
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Jun23EventQueer Caribbean Shorts by Caribbean Community in Philadelphia6:30 pm to 8:00 pm1412 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA 19102Event
Queer Caribbean Shorts by Caribbean Community in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Film Society with host Caribbean Community in Philadelphia in partnership with Philly Queer Book Club for a free community public screening of 3 shorts from Caribbean origin. We invite the community to celebrate Pride 365 and National Caribbean American Heritage Month in June, celebrating life and resilience at the intersection of identities.
A post film and panel discussion will feature Philly and New York panelists and story time led by Caribbean Equality Project.
https://filmadelphia.org/movies/queer-caribbean-shorts/
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Jun26EventFinjan Fil Bustan by Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture3:00 pm to 5:00 pm310 W Master Street Philadelphia PA 19122Event
Finjan Fil Bustan by Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
Join us for an afternoon of traditional games, modern networking, and community roots.
https://www.albustanseeds.org/events
