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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently shared an update on re-parole for newcomers from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela who came to the United States through a two-year sponsorship program. There is currently no re-parole process in place through USCIS; it is unclear whether individuals who apply for re-parole will be eligible. There are, however, other legal status options that sponsors can help newcomers explore before their two-year sponsorship period ends. This includes seeking asylum, the Cuban Adjustment Act, immigrant and non-immigrant visas, and Temporary Protected Status. Learn more about newcomers’ options to apply for alternative status → https://lnkd.in/gP9TgHhe Or join us tomorrow for a webinar designed for sponsors who have welcomed newcomers through a humanitarian parole pathway and seek to assist newcomers in applying for alternative legal status → https://lnkd.in/gsFX6KPa

Over 125 thousand. Over 125 thousand individual refugees have been vetted and ready to travel to the United States. Yesterday, our very own Ally Ntumba participated in a discussion at the White House organized by the National Security Council, Domestic Policy Council, and Department of State. Attendees included representatives from various refugee organizations and diaspora communities. Attendees discussed the future of the Welcome Corps program and the need to sponsor some of the many individuals who have been vetted and are ready to travel to the United States. To those interested, we urge you to take the first step in sponsoring a refugee to safety and freedom or invite your friends and colleagues to do so. To those who submit Welcome Corps matching applications before Giving Tuesday (December 3), we will cover all financial requirements of refugee sponsorship: ??https://lnkd.in/gr9JTCSr

We are delighted to announce that thanks to an anonymous donor, we will cover?100% of all Welcome Corps funding requirements to those who submit a Welcome Corps matching application by?December 3! There are numerous families that have been approved to enter the United States and are waiting for Americans to sponsor them and begin a new life with adequate healthcare, employment opportunities, legal rights, and education. In many cases, their lives are in increasing danger, stuck in a foreign land without a way forward. Fill out the form below for any further questions and to begin your journey of making a direct impact on the lives of those who need it most. We will guide you through the rest. ??https://lnkd.in/gr9JTCSr

Last week four families were reunited at the Indianapolis International Airport. It all happened thanks to the Welcome Corps program. As of Dec. 31, 2023, over one million refugees have fled Myanmar (Burma) throughout its several decades of war and the central government's persecution of ethnic minorities. Today Indianapolis is home to a significant population of Burma refugees. It's been affectionately dubbed "Chindianapolis" after the many ethnic "Chin" people from eastern Burma residing here.

? Happy Gurpurab from the Umeed Team! ? Let’s honor Guru Nanak Dev Ji by embracing his teachings of unity, service, and compassion, especially during these trying times. Together, we can bring positive change into our daily lives and communities. ????

There's still two days to check out the Nationalities Council of Indiana's Indy International Festival! We, along with our friends at Afghan American Community Center and the Philippine Cultural Community Center had a great time yesterday and look forward to seeing you all today and/or tomorrow as well! There will be cultural exhibits, vendors, performances, international food, educational programs, a blood drive, and more!! The festival will run today and tomorrow from 10 AM - 8 PM, with FREE ADMISSION AND PARKING ??Hancock County Fairgrounds, 620 Apple St, Greenfield, IN 46140

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Our statement on the 2024 U.S. election results. https://wix.to/AALMvKE

Join us for a celebration of the spirit of community and giving! Holiday treats, games, music, photos with Santa, and free gifts for children! We will also have health, educational, childcare, and employment community resources for all! ??Saturday, Dec. 7 ??11 AM – 2 PM ??International District Community Center, 3540 Commercial Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46222 Interested in volunteering? We will help with set up and tear down, passing out gifts, and welcoming guests! Check out: https://lnkd.in/gpJzXm8G

A wonderful opportunity to represent the Library at the Indianapolis Airport during their first naturalization ceremony ???? . This is truly a beautiful space and the Airport worked hard?????????? .I love seeing spaces tranformed outside of their intended purpose. Added bonus, we got to hang out with some Library's partners, The League of Women's Voters ??and Indy Go??. Olanike Olaniyi Thanks for sharing this opportunity ??