Connecting Across Cultures

01/26/2026

https://peaceandhumanrights.me/call

The hotline number is to report possible sightings. The link above is for EVERYONE who wants to let our representatives know what we want them to do.

01/26/2026

These are hard times and many people are suffering. If you are able to help, please make checks payable to One Community Many Voices, with “CAC” written in the memo line. Envelopes can be mailed to: Connecting Across Cultures, PO Box 58, Thomaston, ME 04861.

12/21/2025

Needed ASAP: Queen size mattress

Do you have a mattress around you don't need? If so message [email protected]

12/20/2025

OPINION: Marpheen Chann spoke at the rally in Lewiston in support of Somali Mainers

Read more: https://www.amjamboafrica.com/marpheen-chann-spoke-at-the-rally-in-lewiston-in-support-of-somali-mainers/

12/07/2025

This meeting is tomorrow. It's local, and it's important.

A Rockland resident submitted a letter to Amjambo Africa regarding a proposed ordinance that would limit local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

The ordinance passed its first reading in November. A final vote is scheduled for December 8.

Read the full letter

https://www.amjamboafrica.com/letter-to-the-editor-9/

11/16/2025

Local news!

By Andy O’Brien The Rockland City Council voted 4-1 on Nov. 10 to advance an ordinance that would prohibit police and other city employees from assisting or cooperating with federal authorities on immigration enforcement without a judicial warrant. The measure provides an exception for criminal in...

08/24/2025

A Congolese refugee identified here as Sabine Magna, a pseudonym used to protect her identity living undocumented in the U.S., writes an open letter to President Trump describing her constant fear of deportation. Having fled government persecution in the DRC, she now lives in hiding, unable to work or seek medical care for her children without risking arrest.

Read more:
https://www.amjamboafrica.com/a-congolese-refugees-plea-to-president-trump-i-would-rather-die-than-be-deported/
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08/11/2025

More than 15 cultures from around the world were represented at the 23rd annual Greater Portland Festival of Nations 2025, held on July 26 at Deering Oaks Park in Portland.

However, despite an exciting line-up of vendors and performers topped off by a beautiful sunny day, the number of participants was down this year.

Read more:
https://www.amjamboafrica.com/festival-of-nations-2025-sees-diminished-attendance/

06/15/2025

Nearly 1,000 people turned out to protest Trump's policies in Rockland on June 14. In Downtown Ellsworth, Maine the crowd packed the area in front of City Hall.

06/15/2025

Mainers protested in large numbers on No Kings Day.

06/11/2025

By Pious Ali  I have lived in the United States for many years now. I’ve raised a family here. I’ve served my community in public office. I know the language, understand most parts of the systems, and can walk into any space with the confidence of someone who belongs. And I am not alone.  Immi...