Partner Organization Events

Dear Community Partners,   You are invited to a critical webinar hosted by Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria and the Assembly Committee on Emergency Management with special guest, Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, to discuss the recent ICE raids occurring across California and how our communities can stay informed, prepared and safe. Assemblymember Soria is committed to ensuring Central Valley […]

Dear Community, Join CIELO & CHIRLA on Thursday, July 17th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM for a special presentation with Violeta Schultz, Esq., a licensed attorney in both Mexico and the United States.Know Your Rights as a Business Owner Date: Thursday, July 17, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (PST) Platform: Zoom (link provided upon registration) Presentation […]

Topics Included: Immigration policy updates Know your rights and family Preparedness Supporting students and families Caregiver affidavit information Prevent immigration fraud and scams. Local resources and finding the right help July, 2025 Immigration Webinars EnglishSpanish (1) (1) July, 2025 Immigration Webinars EnglishSpanish (1)

Hosted by: Los Angeles County Office of Immigrant Affairs, Central American Resource Center, Represent LA Date: Thu, July 24, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Topics Included: Immigration policy updates Know your rights and family Preparedness Supporting students and families Caregiver affidavit information Prevent immigration fraud and scams. Local resources and finding the right help

Hosted by: Los Angeles County Office of Immigrant Affairs Date: Monday, July 31st Time: 2:00 pm via Zoom Audience: Individuals and families with approved asylee or refugee status and County employee's, service providers, and schools interested in learning more.  The session covers important topics including:  Obtaining important documents Permanent residence, and U.S. citizenship Medi-Cal, CalFresh, other public benefits Nutritional […]

HR Essentials for Small Business: 4 Day HR Series Getting Ready to Hire Date: August 4, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM   What you will learn What does it mean to have a team? When is it time to bring someone in to help? The difference between an employee and a contractor (in […]

Finding & Working with the Right People Date August 11, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM   What you will learn: How to write a simple job post Interview tips: what to ask and what to avoid How to explain what you expect from them Simple ways to train someone without stress

Keeping It Positive and Professional Date: August 18th, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM   What you will learn: How to talk through problems with your team Setting boundaries and being a good boss What to do if it’s not working out Building a healthy and respectful work environment

Simple HR Tools & Rules You Should Know Date: August 25th, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM What you will learn! What basic paperwork do I need when hiring someone? How do I pay them the right way? What records should I keep (time, pay, legal requirements, etc.)? Where can I get help if […]

Free virtual workshop in Spanish: "How to Get Contracts with the State of California" Date: September 17 Time: 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Location: Zoom In collaboration with the California Department of General Services (DGS), this training will provide valuable information for Hispanic entrepreneurs in the Central Valley, including: Requirements to become a registered government supplier Processes and strategies to […]

Who this training is for: California-based community organizations or small business leaders interested in building their capacity to train small business owners and workers on their legal rights during ICE interactions. This training will equip community partners and leaders with tools and practice to provide their own trainings to help protect immigrants in our business community. Attendance for […]

We are excited to announce the launch of our advanced entrepreneurship course “Emprendimiento con Estrategia”, part of the SOMOS FRESNO project by CVIIC in collaboration with the City of Fresno. This free program, starting October 8, is designed for entrepreneurs who already own or operate a business and want to gain practical tools to strengthen and expand it. Topics […]