Tag: Refugees
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New Call Center Encourages Apprehensive Immigrants To Complete The Census
“Community messengers” in City Heights try to advise immigrants who may not trust or understand the census.
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San Diego Tenants Union Fights For Refugees And Other Low-Income Renters
The ongoing housing affordability crisis impacts nearly everyone in California, but few are hit harder than the refugee community.
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First African Youth Empowerment Conference
When talking about helping refugees from Africa settle into the United States, Justin B. Mudekereza takes special care to meet them where they are. Through his nonprofit organization New Neighbor Relief, he helps refugee families settle into their new home in America. Now that many call City Heights their home, he worked to bring refugees…
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Drivers Ed Helps Women Refugees Navigate Road To Self-Sufficiency
Weekdays are a struggle for Abir Aldabbagh and her family. With four children attending different schools, Aldabbagh’s husband — the family’s only licensed driver — juggles shuttling the kids to class with his job as a rideshare driver.
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Budget Cuts, Layoffs And Closures Hit Refugee-Serving Organizations
The administration’s recent announcement to slash refugee arrivals for this upcoming fiscal year is causing uncertainty for people overseas and also affecting organizations assisting newcomers in the U.S.