Geopolitical volatility and uncertainty have become an all-too-common part of life globally. The world is experiencing more active wars than at any point since World War II, according to the International Rescue Committee (IRC). Perhaps the most high-profile global conflict this year has been the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran, but it’s hardly the only such example of the violence and disruption ...
In Tucson, Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest says it is relying on donations to provide for 129 refugees here.
The family of six fled Kabul last summer and made it to Tucson, their new home, in November for a better life. A local resident has helped them adjust to their surroundings.
Three Tucson agencies receiving community donations to help Afghanistan refugees.
The International Rescue Committee will work with the Pima County Health Department to come up with prevention programs, officials say.
Newly arrivals are grateful to the Tucson community, said Heidi Urbina, a spokeswoman for Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest.
New neighbor becomes an asset in high-poverty area.
New neighbor becomes an asset in high-poverty area.
After opening African braiding salon, Daruka Ajang hopes a restaurant is next.
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