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The U.S. has a long tradition of offering refuge to those fleeing persecution and war. These vulnerable populations have suffered unimaginable hardship and face tremendous obstacles as they start their new lives. The ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ staff and volunteers provide support to refugees from their first moments in the country to help set them on a path to self-sufficiency.

The Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah recently donated to support refugee families accessing new laptops and staying connected to the internet during the pandemic—relieving concerned parents who were unsure how their families would remain connected.

Jonessa White, maternal & child health specialist, quickly responded to families raising concerns about food insecurity. Through a food access assessment, Jonessa’s team quickly identified and addressed language-accessibility barriers to educational resources.

Refugees and asylees often face difficulties in resuming their careers once resettled in the U.S. The ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in NY is working with an extraordinary Special Immigrant Visa holder, Tamana, to rebuild her career in education.