Immigrant Heritage Month Week 1 6.5.23

 

“Immigrant Heritage Month is an opportunity for all people to explore their heritage and celebrate the shared diversity that forms the unique story of America. It’s also a chance to highlight the important role of immigration in the U.S. and recognize the many contributions immigrants have made to our country.”

We are a proud agency filled with diversity and want to highlight their efforts and journey!

Each week we will be featuring a different staff member from Prestige along with their #ImmigrantHeritage Story!

FEATURE OF THE WEEK

MRS. RUTH SMITH

Q: What is your name and what City/Town and Country are you from?

A: Ruth Smith and I am from Ibadan, Nigeria.

Q: What were some of your daily activities and hobbies when you were living in your home country?

A: I liked to watch soccer and basketball games I also really enjoy dancing, cooking, and spending time with my family!

Q: Do you have any family traditions or home routines that you used to/do in your home country?

A: We would eat together as a family every Sunday!

We would have big get-togethers with our family and eat together from a large shared bowl together 

Q:  What are some of your favorite foods from your home country?

A: I love Jollof Rice, Plantains, Egusi Soup, and I love Snails!

Q:  How old were you when you moved to the United States?

A: I moved here when I was 28 years old. 

Q: (If comfortable explaining) Briefly explain why you decided to move to the United States 😊

A: For opportunities and to continue to grow my family and have a better life!

Q: What are some accomplishments you have achieved that you are proud of?

A: I have grown and developed a successful business, own properties, and raise my wonderful children!

Q: President Biden declared June as National Immigrant Heritage Month, Why do you think it is important that we celebrate immigrants and their stories?

A: It is important to unite together and learn from each other’s differences! We are able to come together and have more freedom and safety here which allows us to accomplish greater things. Working together with more resources and the ability to learn from different cultures helps all of us to better ourselves!

Thank You!