CACTUS - Key Persons
Joy arrived at Cactus Nazarene Ministry Center (CNMC) from Illinois. She graduated in May 2021 from Olivet Nazarene University with a Bachelor of Social Work. In her final semester, Joy worked with refugees, asylees, and immigrants as the Employment and Job Readiness Intern at World Relief in Chicago.
Joy's introduction to cross-cultural engagement started early when her family moved to Beirut, Lebanon when she was 9 years old. Her friendships with Lebanese, Arab, Palestinian, French, and Jordanian children sparked her interest in working between cultures, building bridges, and developing relationships. In high school and college Joy participated in cross-cultural trips to Basque Country in Spain and South Africa.
At CNMC, Joy enjoys continuing to build relationships cross-culturally through teaching English and aiding with the BLAST after school program.
Job Titles:
- Caseworker
- Representative, and Director of Legal Immigration Service for Catholic Charities
Prior to joining us at Cactus Nazarene Ministries, Salah was an accredited representative by the Department of Justice working at Catholic Charities of the Texas panhandle.
As a DOJ representative, and Director of Legal Immigration Service for Catholic Charities, Salah provided immigration services and represented immigrants and refugees before the Department of Homeland Security U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Salah is fluent in multiple languages which includes: Kurdish, Arabic, and Farsi. He has translating experience and translates for clients at Courts and U.S citizenship and immigration interviews.
Scarlin is an amazing cook and her scones and traditional Dominican food are legendary among the staff of CNMC!