St. Louis leaders seek help making the region a destination for Afghan refugees
St. Louis religious, business and philanthropic organizations are working on a plan that aims to make the region a primary destination for Afghan refugees.
The Archdiocese of St. Louis, the International Institute, the business nonprofit ArchGrants and other groups announced today that they aim to help refugees already in the area and attract other Afghans to St. Louis by offering housing assistance and other services.
The group also plans to establish an Afghan newspaper, community center and chamber of commerce to serve the new residents.
“Throughout our history, immigrants have been vital to the success of America, and to St. Louis,” said attorney Jerry Schlichter, founder of the nonprofit startup competition Arch Grants. “The immigrants St. Louis has welcomed over the years have brought a work ethic along with an infusion of their unique culture that have strengthened neighborhoods and made our community a better place to live.”
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