About IASC.

Carolyn Patierno — Rev. Carolyn Patierno serves All Souls UU Congregation in New London. She has served on various Boards and committees over the years for agencies such as the Homeless Hospitality Center, Alliance for Living and NL Human Services.

Sue Goldstein — A retired teacher, Sue worked primarily with immigrant students and their families.  She understands the difficulties that families have culturally, linguistically and economically when they come to the US.  Working with these students and their families was a rewarding and humbling experience that has been a gift!

Kathy Parker — With an MBA from NYU’s Stern School, Kathy worked for over 20 years in finance and market research positions at Pfizer, Inc.  Kathy developed an empathy for “the newcomers” after relocating many times while growing up, including spending 2 years in Puerto Rico.

Bill Rivera — Rev. William (Pastor Bill) Rivera is a volunteer associate pastor for pastoral care at Church of City, New London. His extensive career in the military, human services, and immigration affairs administrator for the State of Connecticut, has been dedicated to learning about, walking along side of, and advocating for immigrant children and families. 

Maureen Hicks — Maureen’s interest in immigration policy and advocacy and immigrant rights was sparked in law school when she worked with the border city project and the  survivors of domestic violence (VAWA) immigration program in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Luis Rodríguez — After moving to the United States, Luis Rodríguez has spent over 20 years as a professional in community engagement, higher education, and organizational management. He educates and advocates for equity, diversity, human dignity, and fair justice for everyone. 

Betsy Stevenson — An entrepreneur and former communications executive with Pfizer Inc. and General Electric, Betsy came to recognize the challenges for individuals seeking safety and opportunity in the U.S. when she lived and worked in West Africa.