Finding Hope in a New Land When Happy arrived in Winnebago county last August, she carried more than just a suitcase—she carried hope, determination, and the resilience to build a new life. A refugee from Zimbabwe, Happy fled her home country in search of safety and stability. However, stepping into a completely new environment brought … See details
Yasmin’s story is one of resilience, gratitude, and growth. Her journey, marked by the courage to start anew and the determination to build a brighter future, is an inspiration to all. Arriving in Outagamie County from Syria in 2023, Yasmin was greeted by the challenges of adjusting to a new life in a foreign land. … See details
Moving to a new place can be very stressful. It can be even more overwhelming when you are learning a new language, deciphering a different economic structure, and discovering the small nuances that make a community unique at the same time. In many cases, it takes a collaboration of a community to help someone successfully … See details
Congratulations to Aketch, who recently got her first job in the United States! Before coming to Wisconsin, Aketch lived in a refugee camp in Sudan, helping children in her role as a social worker. She came to America with only the skills she had spent a lifetime developing as a caring and resilient woman. Aketch … See details
If you are an immigrant in Wisconsin, Bibi and Khatira want you to hear their story. They want to show you how to find the resources you need to succeed. Staying Together Bibi and Khatira are a mother and daughter from Afghanistan who traveled to the Appleton area in search of opportunity. A friend brought … See details
Congratulations, Bahati, on your first job in America! Last year, Bahati was living in a refugee camp in Uganda. He had fled from his home in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, hoping to get to the United States to start a better life. Finally, his visa came through, and Bahati was on his way … See details
Sharifa has a new car and the license to drive it, thanks to the support of her friends and community in her new Wisconsin home. We are so glad to have her with our FSET program, supporting her on a journey that started across the world. Early in 2022, Sharifa had just arrived from Afghanistan. … See details
Hassan came to our FSC office as a refugee from Afghanistan. He didn’t have any money or a job, spoke little English, and was here without his family. He didn’t know where to start, but he displayed a sense of optimism and eagerness to do what he had to. He was introduced to us through … See details
