WASHINGTON — A new government program is giving American citizens the chance to play a role in resettling the thousands of refugees who arrive every year in the United States. They would apply to privately sponsor refugees to resettle in the U.S. and would be responsible for raising their own money to help the refugees over the first 90 days. They also will offer training so private sponsors understand what's needed to help refugees adjusting to life in America. First, private sponsors will be matched with refugees already approved for resettlement under the U.S. Under the refugee program, people fleeing violence or persecution can come to the U.S. and stay permanently.

Source: Ethiopian News January 23, 2023 03:40 UTC