Many Cultures. One Community.
Join us August 9th from 12:00pm - 4:00pm for
Many Cultures. One Community.

VISION
To lead in building community with many cultures.
MISSION
To develop the products and services that enable us in building community with many cultures.
Welcome
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Create
Our services create welcome & opportunities for all new neighbors & the community. -
Communicate
Services to communicate in many languages and improve understanding of all cultures. -
Rebuild
Opportunities for you to rebuild your life: English classes, citizenship, employment, training, and language support.
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15+Languages spoken by The Center staff. We reflect who we are — more than half the staff are former refugees.
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16,500+Individuals resettled since 1981, stopping the population decline in Utica by the early 2000’s
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69%Utica area residents who believe immigration is good for the area.
Transforming Lives
Through Our Community-Centered Programs
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Adult Learning
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Community Education
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Cultural Competency
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Employment & Workforce Development
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Health Access Program
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Immigration & Citizenship
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Interpretation (Compass Interpreters)
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Making a Connection Program (MAC)
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Translation (Tone)
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Office for New Americans
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Refugee Resettlement
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Traffic Safety
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The Welcome Center
Our mission is to foster and enhance the welcoming environment in the City of Utica and throughout the Mohawk Valley.