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less work ready,” Kathy explains, because of the poor conditions they left.
“We are seeing light at the end of the tunnel, but it’s been difficult.”
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The changing faces of the refugees make the work more complex. Two
decades ago, refugees were more homogenous—for example, large groups
of work-ready Vietnamese or Cambodians. Today’s refugees are more diverse,
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smaller groups from all over the globe.
As a committed veteran for the cause, Kathy is working with her staff to tackle
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the challenges effectively. One way they are addressing this is by beginning
a refugee resettlement dialogue in Richmond, bringing together the various
stakeholders to examine the best use of resources, to coordinate and share
resources, and to improve communications.
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Kathy pauses, and adds, “This program in some measure is a study in
contrasts—you are faced every day with the reality of how awful some places
on this planet are, how terrible, and the condition that some people live in—
the atrocity and ugliness. Just when I’m getting ready to slip into despair, [I’m
reminded that] it also has the alternative acts of kindness and goodness, and I
am constantly made aware of the volunteer spirit. The hearts of the American
people are big.
“Even with the challenges of this year,” Kathy finishes, “I tried really hard to
stay focused on the light at the end of the tunnel. ‘The truth always prevails.’” V
To learn how you can help, contact
• Virginia Office of Newcomer Services: 804-726-7000
• Virginia Council of Churches: www.vacouncilofchurches.org or 804-321-
3300
• Catholic Diocese of Richmond: www.risva.org or 804-355-4559
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