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How has federal funding affected Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island? The federal funding cuts that went into effect in January led to one of our most challenging years in our more than 100-year history.
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Dorcas International, which serves thousands of refugees and immigrants in Rhode Island each year, relies on federal funding for about half its annual budget
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Information on the latest updates (as of 2-6-25) regarding policy and funding changes impacting the immigration landscape around the country and right here in Rhode Island. Dorcas International's Executive Director, Kathy Cloutier shares how Washington is changing the way we work and provide critical support to those in need.
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Dorcas International legal experts within our Citizenship and Immigration service area delve into immigration issues in Rhode Island, at the border and overall.
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An informative and compelling look into the experience of those who've fled their homeland seeking refuge in Rhode Island, USA.
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Proud to be serving Rhode Islanders and building stronger communities for more than 100 years.
Film credit: Kelly Riley of High Proof Films
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Nine months after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Oleksandr Kreshchuk, 56, finds himself in America rebuilding his life from “zero level.”
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As we have for more than 100 years, Dorcas International works to welcome all who seek refuge in Rhode Island. This is what we do, and we stand ready to help any and all, regardless of where they came from or how they got here.
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Mayor Elorza, Community Partners Announce Immigration Legal Assistance and COVID-19 Recovery Program
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Starting a new life in a new country is difficult. One must learn the culture, laws, and more importantly the language.
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Resettlement presentation by Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island's Executive Director, Kathy Cloutier. March 31, 2022
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Hassinullah Niazy was starting his third year at Kabul Polytechnic University when the Taliban took control of the Afghan government.
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Empowering immigrants, refugees and vulnerable Rhode Islanders for 100 years.
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President Joe Biden announced last month that the United States would welcome 100,000 Ukrainian refugees.
Read More about Turn to 10: Dorcas explains when Rhode Island could expect Ukrainian refugeesDorcas International Institute of Rhode Island cultivates an inclusive community for immigrants and those seeking refuge by providing integrated services, fostering cross-cultural understanding, and nurturing strong partnerships for more than 100 years.
