CONCORD, NH – Overcomers Refugee Services and Project S.T.O.R.Y. are pleased to announce New Americans Got Talent Show. On Thursday, April 28, 2022, from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, New American youth from Concord will showcase their talents at the Bank of NH Stage in downtown Concord.
“Doing things we love creates happiness and purpose,” said Clement Kigugu, Executive Director of Overcomers Refugee Services. “It’s our goal with this event to encourage refugee youth to embrace their talents and realize their potential, so they feel confident to pursue their dreams and find success in life.“
The performers range in age from 7 to 20 years old and will be presenting an array of talents including musical performances, dancing, athletics, cup stacking, and public speaking.
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New Americans Got Talent Show is being organized as a partnership between Overcomers Services and Project S.T.O.R.Y., to support and empower New American (refugee) youth in Concord. The event will open with guest speakers who will address the youth with motivation and encouragement.
“This talent show is important to me and the kids because the kids get a chance to show their talents and perform,” said Fred Nshimiyimana, a member of Project S.T.O.R.Y. “I think that’s really great because here in America, a lot of refugee kids haven't had the chance to show off their skills and talents, so this will be a really great experience and opportunity for them.”
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A diverse group of ‘local celebrities’ will make up the judges panel including musician, author and community leader, Martin Toe; Leslie van Berkum, singer/musician from Deerfield; Maheshwar Panta, a professional talent show judge, and Sal Prizio, musician/Executive Director of the Capitol Center for the Arts. The top 3 performers will win cash prizes of $500, $300, and $200.
Attendance is free, but donations are encouraged. All proceeds will benefit refugee youth programs. RSVP with donation: www.OvercomersNH.org. RSVP without donation: outreach@overcomersnh.org.
New Americans Got Talent Show is generously sponsored by Capitol Center for the Arts/Bank of NH Stage, Rotary Club of Concord, Merchants Auto Group, Bangor Savings Bank, Parker Education, Building Community in NH (BCNH), and Concord NH Showing Up for Racial Justice.
For sponsorship information, contact Jessica Livingston: 603.568.5740 or outreach@overcomersnh.org.
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ABOUT OVERCOMERS REFUGEE SERVICES + PROJECT S.T.O.R.Y.
Overcomers Refugee Services’ mission is to empower refugees to become successful, contributing members of NH society. The Youth Program provides a safe place and network of peers and trusted adults to build relationships with. Refugee youth learn teamwork, cooperation, participation, responsibility, and are empowered to advocate for themselves by suggesting topics and programs that are of interest to them. More information: www.overcomersnh.org
Project S.T.O.R.Y. provides education, support services, and tools to maximize youth achievement and empowerment in the following areas: Tutoring • Sports • Music • Creative arts • College planning • Employment • Food access • School supplies • And more! More information: www.projectstorynh.org
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