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LIRS is now Global Refuge.

Welcoming newcomers since 1939.

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Kira a six year old refugee from the Ukraine.

Olesia and Kira’s Story: Our Whole Life Packed Up

Olesia came to the United States with nothing but a small bag and her six-year-old daughter, Kira, in tow.

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Crises Response & Mobilization · Afghanistan

September 6, 2023

Nassir’s Story: Bringing Afghanistan Home

Nassir Ahmad, Philanthropic Advisor, came to the United States in 2014 through the Special Immigrant Visa program after serving as a combat interpreter for the U.S. military in Afghanistan.

Crises Response & Mobilization · Advocacy

September 1, 2023

Hussain’s Story: A Life of Duty

Hussain Kazimi came to the United States in 2014 on a Special Immigrant Visa after serving the U.S. mission in Afghanistan as a translator.

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Crises Response & Mobilization · Afghanistan

September 1, 2023

Muzhgan’s Story: My First Home

Throughout Muzhgan's life, she was often overlooked and undervalued by her male colleagues. Today, she is a leader at the State Department.

Crises Response & Mobilization · Afghanistan

August 27, 2023

Zarmina’s Story: A Call to Welcome

Zarmina Hamidi was just about to start work on a CBS sitcom when she watched her home country of Afghanistan fall under Taliban control.

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