When Johanna and her family arrived in the United States as refugees from South Africa this March, they came with very few belongings but a powerful determination to build a better future. Starting over in a new country brought many challenges, including finding transportation, securing employment, and adjusting to an entirely new environment. Despite those … See details
Building a New Life Through Opportunity and Determination When Hasan arrived in the United States as a refugee, he brought with him a strong desire to learn, work, and build a self-sufficient future. Motivated and eager, Hasan knew that gaining the right skills would be key to finding stable employment and creating new opportunities for … See details
A Life of Resilience Begins Tegra, a Congolese refugee, spent 14 long years in a refugee camp in Zimbabwe, facing uncertainty and hardship every day. Yet in the face of adversity, Tegra became a beacon of hope for young girls, mentoring them and teaching them the life skills they needed to navigate their struggles. Her … See details
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
Bahati has always had a love for music and its ability to bring people together. He was a professional DJ before leaving the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and he’s been hoping to restart that career since coming to Wisconsin. He’s been striding toward that dream with confidence since we congratulated him on earning his … 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
