Explainer: The U.S. Refugee Resettlement Program
According to the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, by the end of 2022 there were nearly 35.5 million refugees in the world – a number that, devastatingly, continues to grow rapidly due to conflicts and violence, natural disasters, famine, and persecution. These individuals have no choice but to leave their homes to find safety and a new start elsewhere. But what does the resettlement process actually look like for refugees who [...]
Cyclists Raise Awareness and Funds at Annual Ride for Refugees and Immigrants
On September 24th, International Institute of New England Board members, volunteers, staff, friends, and local community members suited up and hopped on their bikes to participate in IINE’s 5th annual Ride for Refugees and Immigrants. Created by IINE Board member Will Krause, The Ride brings together both seasoned cyclists and casual riders to bike a 50- or 12-mile route to raise funds and awareness for refugees and immigrants in our communities. Riders [...]
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