A Message from Chairman Dr. Quinn Peeper

Dear ESU Friends,

As we approach the end of July, I hope that all of you are having a wonderful summer. This year, we are moving towards a fully electronic membership renewal and enrollment process, which will commence on September 1st. This start date has been carefully selected to provide our Branches with ample time to adjust to these new procedures. I'd like to take this opportunity to remind all our members to renew their ESU membership and extend a warm invitation to those who have not yet joined our community.

On another note, I'm pleased to report on the June 20 celebration marking the ESU Andrew Romay New Immigrant Center's 10th anniversary and the graduation of the Class of 2024. Under the theme “A House of Immigrants” this milestone event was a testament to the center's enduring impact on the lives of countless newcomers to America. The celebration was filled with heartfelt testimonials, inspiring stories of success, and a sense of community that truly embodies the ESU’s spirit.

The program also recognized the many who have been part of the center’s success. The ESU Denver Branch was honored with the Leadership in Volunteerism Award for its participation in the English in Action Across America online tutoring program. The Community Partnership and Collaboration Award was presented to Flushing Bank for its support of the annual Career Days and the new professional mentoring program. And finally, two ARNIC alumni, Héctor Arguinzones and Niurka Meléndez-Vasquez received the Alumni Community Impact Award for creating the non-profit community-based Venezuelans and Immigrants Aid (VIA) organization. 

The event also inspired the generosity of many whose gifts will contribute to the program's sustainability. I extend our heartfelt thanks to all the donors for their invaluable support. 

I’m pleased to share with you some pictures from the event that capture the joyous moments of this celebration. I encourage you to visit the gallery here and relive the memories of this special occasion.

As we look ahead, I am thrilled to invite you to the 2024 ESU Annual General Conference “Hands Across the Seas: Leadership for Global Action,” which will take place in Cleveland, Ohio, from October 18 to 20, 2024. This year's conference promises to be especially memorable as it will be held in conjunction with the ESU of the Commonwealth’s International Council Meeting, bringing to Cleveland representatives of ESUs from around the world. This unique opportunity for international camaraderie and exchange will undoubtedly enrich our discussions and foster a deeper understanding of our shared mission. Please mark your calendars and register for the conference here. We look forward to welcoming you to Cleveland for what promises to be an unforgettable weekend.

Dear friends, another great year is in store for us, filled with enriching programs and meaningful connections. I wish you a wonderful summer and promise to be back in touch in September.

Warm regards,

Dr. E. Quinn Peeper

Chairman

National Board of Directors

The English-Speaking Union of the United States