2022-2023 Program

Great job to our new and returning students for all of their hard work this past 2022-2023 school year. We would also like to thank the students’ families, the community, and our supporters for making it possible to continue our mission of bridging the gap between the immigrant and local communities. 

Annual Ceremony Video

OUR PROGRAMS

Black and white logo reading “#MY STORY” with the tagline “Bridges From Borders” below

#MyStory develops immigrant narratives through the combination of oral history, narrative therapy, and portrait exhibit to promote diversity, inclusion, and equity. 

Student team leader: Sunya Afrasiabi

ONE WORLD logo with “Bridges From Borders” tagline on a white background

#OneWorld promotes diversity, inclusion and friendships among children, youth and parents through collaborating with immigrant communities, parent groups, and schools.

Student team leader: Emma Zhang, Emily Zhuang

Tribe Hollow logo in black with tagline “Bridges From Borders” on white background

#TreeHollow creates a safe space for local youth of multicultural backgrounds to explore and discuss their identities. 

Student team leader: Sienna Liu, Anika Kaur

Hidden 716 logo with stylized black bridge icon and the tagline “Bridges From Borders”

#Hidden716 empowers youth to be leaders who promote cultural appreciation and dialogue as they develop their marketing, photography, videography, and design skills to promote the economic empowerment of minority and immigrant run small businesses across WNY.

Student team leader: Grant Wang

Accessible Tutoring logo with black text and icon, tagline “Bridges From Borders”

#AccessibleTutoring provides tutoring and support to immigrant families of special needs children 

Student team leader: Grant Wang

STUDENT RESEARCH

Student Research is a program that allows students to choose a community based topic to focus on and research throughout the year. After gathering evidence, students create a report of their findings ultimately aiming to better the community,