Due to the President’s Executive Order on Reevaluating and Realigning United States Foreign Aid, the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration directed Refugee Welcome Collective to immediately suspend work as of January 24, 2025. In compliance with this directive, all RWC offerings, such as Lunch and Learn webinars and Sounding Board social learning spaces, are canceled until further notice. Technical assistance booking is also unavailable at this time.

From Sponsors to Advocates: Widening the Welcome

Hear about the personal experiences of a sponsor group in the Midwest that has welcomed numerous newcomer families. Situated some distance from the nearest resettlement office, this group has made connections in the community to help facilitate the families’ initial reception and longer-term integration.

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