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 (PRM) directed Refugee Welcome Collective to immediately suspend work as of January 24, 2025. In compliance with this directive, all RWC offerings funded by PRM are canceled until further notice.

Virginia Resources

Key Refugee Service Contacts in Virginia

  • State Refugee Coordinator

Seyoum Berhe | Send an email

Phone: 804-726-7927

  • State Refugee Health Coordinator

Jill Grumbine | Send an email

Phone: 804-864-7911

  • Domestic Medical Screening

You are eligible to receive a health screening at a local health department as part of your resettlement benefits. This health screening includes blood testing, a health history and physical, and vaccinations. You can find your local health department on this website.

You should contact your local health department to schedule an appointment. Contact the State Refugee Health Coordinator if you have trouble scheduling the appointment with your local health department.

For more information on refugee services in your area, visit the VA Department of Social Services and Information for New Arrivals websites.

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