Your journey to U.S. citizenship begins through the collaboration between NCW Libraries and Immigration Services.
The organizations announced a new citizenship class series will be held each week at Wenatchee Library, Peshastine Library and Quincy Library, according to a news release.
Wenatchee-based nonprofit Hand in Hand Immigration Services provides all classroom instruction and materials. Participants will learn about the qualifications and requirements for U.S. citizenship, the basics of U.S. history, and studying for the citizenship exam and interview.
NCW Library’s Latino Services Department and Hand in Hand Immigration Services have partnered to offer citizenship classes for two years at NCW Library locations in Moses Lake, Peshastin, Leavenworth, and Quincy. At least three of the Moses Lake participants became U.S. citizens. Several more have scheduled naturalization interviews to become U.S. citizens.
“This partnership has been transformative in many ways. While removing barriers to citizenship, it has also strengthened community bonds,” said Claudia Bovee, NCW Libraries Latino Services Manager. “People at various stages of citizenship will gain a deeper understanding of their qualifications and the steps they need to take to achieve their dreams.”
US Citizenship Class Image: NCW Library
US Citizenship Class Image: NCW Library
Class schedule offered through 2025.
Wenatchee Public Library
Citizenship Class in Spanish: Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Quincy Public Library:
Citizenship classes in Spanish: Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Citizenship classes in English: Mondays (two additional Tuesdays to make up for holidays), 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Peshastin Public Library
Citizenship Class in English: Tuesdays, 6-7:30 p.m.
Unidentified student from Peshastin Citizenship Class of 2024/Image: NCW Library
Unidentified student from Peshastin Citizenship Class of 2024/Image: NCW Library
Bovee added, “While they are learning and studying civics, they are also building a community with their instructors and other people who attend the class. They encourage each other and celebrate their collective successes. Many bring friends and family to our space, creating a positive ripple effect of information sharing. For some, these classes are the first opportunity to embark on a journey to citizenship. ”
For more information, please visit www.ncwlibraries.org.
Hand in Hand Immigration Services’ mission is to assist, motivate, and empower immigrants and their families in their path to U.S. citizenship. Legal assistance is provided by caseworkers certified by the Department of Justice.
For more information, please visit www.handinhandis.org.
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