#cultural-integration

#cultural-integration

Mercedes began selling arroz con pollo around Corona Avenue and Junction Boulevard in Queens in 2023, after moving from Ecuador. Limited by her English and immigration status, she initially avoided engaging with others in the street vending industry. Without the necessary permit, she lived in fear of enforcement actions. In April, she was approached by Mohamed Orabi, who offered her a street-vending permit for $20,000, pressuring her for a deposit and additional fees, leading to a total of $16,500 payment with false promises.

When we first opened Foster & Bond, our mission was to foster relationships and build bonds that last far beyond a single transaction. Over the years, we've worked hard to create a collaborative, service-driven culture that truly puts people first.

Portugal's rapid rise as a dream destination for expats and digital nomads presents an alluring facade that hides complex realities for newcomers.

I realized it wasn't built to last. It was hard to fully integrate without being fluent in the local languages.

Like a garden, an online community program needs care at every lifecycle stage, ensuring alignment with business strategies, budget needs, and resource allocation.