Posted on Aug 25, 2021
Washington preparing for surge of Afghan refugees
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More than 100 Afghan refugees have arrived in Washington state since July. Officials are anticipating another wave in the weeks ahead.
Since 2010, Washington has welcomed more than 30,000 refugees, according to the State Office of Refugee and Immigrant Assistance. More than 4,100 of them are Afghans who’ve been granted Special Immigrant Visas for their role in US missions.
Approximately 143 Afghan people have resettled in the state between end of July and August 14 of this year.
Most of the refugees have resettled in King County, though some have resettled in Pierce, Snohomish, and Spokane counties. Each member receives a one-time cash payment of $1,200 to help with rent, and basic necessities during their first 90 days of resettlement.
Local non-profits help with their resettlement by providing services like language training, applying for social security cards, and connecting them to social services.
Since 2010, Washington has welcomed more than 30,000 refugees, according to the State Office of Refugee and Immigrant Assistance. More than 4,100 of them are Afghans who’ve been granted Special Immigrant Visas for their role in US missions.
Approximately 143 Afghan people have resettled in the state between end of July and August 14 of this year.
Most of the refugees have resettled in King County, though some have resettled in Pierce, Snohomish, and Spokane counties. Each member receives a one-time cash payment of $1,200 to help with rent, and basic necessities during their first 90 days of resettlement.
Local non-profits help with their resettlement by providing services like language training, applying for social security cards, and connecting them to social services.
Washington preparing for surge of Afghan refugees
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel Washington State has always had a big heart.
..."The biggest challenge so far is finding affordable housing. The pandemic has compounded the challenge, as hotel and Airbnb availability are limited.
Pierce and Snohomish counties have expressed support for the refugees and are encouraging residents to welcome them in their homes, or offer help to local organizations in their transition."...
..."The biggest challenge so far is finding affordable housing. The pandemic has compounded the challenge, as hotel and Airbnb availability are limited.
Pierce and Snohomish counties have expressed support for the refugees and are encouraging residents to welcome them in their homes, or offer help to local organizations in their transition."...
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel - I was stationed at Ft. Lewis 5 months & met a young lady... thought there might be a slight chance I may stay there when I returned... but Jody pushed me aside & I got a Dear John letter...LOL.
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They've already been coming to the states in droves. Virginia has has thousands go through already. They're getting access to citizenship faster than those to the south of us.
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