#CitizenshipDay is an important opportunity to highlight people like Maria, Jalilah, Yanella, and Shah whose journey to become Americans—and Washingtonians—defines the very fabric of our nation.
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After having to flee their home country of Uruguay, Yanella & her family took whatever jobs they could find to support themselves. Many years later—and thanks to a strong work ethic & determination—Yanella is a U.S. citizen AND has her GED.https://worldreliefspokane.org/blog/story-grit-and-hope …
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Shah and her four children spent 11 years fleeing government persecution before they made their way to the U.S.—which for the first time gave their family a stable environment to live, grow, and learn.https://worldreliefspokane.org/blog/eleven-years-seven-countries-one-home …
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There are so many stories of strong women and families who come to this nation and make it their own, and we have a responsibility to expand those opportunities and help more people become naturalized and be able to contribute to their communities.
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