Awet Woldegebriel was eight years old when the war came. As a youth of Eritrean heritage born and living in Ethiopia, the Ethiopia-Eritrea War targeted his family especially hard. He and his family were cast out of the country they knew, sent back over the border that now stood as a battle line. Eventually, Awet […]
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Beena Dahal has worked in the Parents as Teachers (PAT) program at New American Pathways since 2013 when the program was part of Refugee Family Services (RFS). In the summer of 2013, Beena became an American citizen and was honored at the second annual Red, White and New event. Beena’s husband – also a new
The Clarkston High cross country team became this year’s state champions without the aid of matching track suits or brand new shoes. They became known as the “Underfunded Underdogs.” The team is made up of mostly refugees, and, although not mentioned in the article, three of the students are former clients – two from the
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This summer, our incredible summer camp staff and students were featured in a piece by GPB news. The story focuses on the way summer camp, and afterschool, help students make a smooth transition into American schools Link
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Our Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Peter Armstrong was named CFO of the Year by the Atlanta Business Chronicle this Year via Atlanta Business Chronicle
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The Sunday, January 12 edition of the AJC featured RRISA contractor Joseph Majak discussing the view of the Atlanta based “Lost Boys” of Sudan, on the war that again rages in their home country. You must have access to My AJC to read the article, but the video is available for all viewers. Via AJC
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New American Pathways is dedicated to helping our clients achieve long-term goals. This month, Yahya, a former client of our savings match program, came back for a visit. He used the funds he saved through the program to get his training to become a professional truck driver. Now he’s driven all through his new home
A HUGE thank you to everyone who made the holidays brighter for new Americans in Georgia! The season of giving is always a perfect time to collect items and funds to welcome newcomers to the community. Thanks to all of the generous people, faith partners and community groups for sharing their gifts. You made kids
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How do refugees affect the cities they join when they arrive in America – and how do those cities affect refugees? via New York Times: Link
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Join the Coalition of Refugee Service Agencies (CRSA) as we highlight the many contributions refugees make to our communities. During 2015’s New Americans Celebration, refugees and their friends and neighbors will meet with Georgia lawmakers to increase their understanding of the refugee community’s contributions as business owners, community leaders, and voting Americans. Click here to learn more and register. The
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