According to US Census data, Pennsylvania has the second-largest Ukrainian community in the United States. The number of Ukrainians in the state (and the country) may rise in the coming weeks as a result of President Joe Biden’s humanitarian assistance, which will allow around 100,000 displaced Ukrainians to step in American soil.
So, with America’s second-largest Ukrainian population, how can a typical Philly or Pennsylvania resident assist these newly arrived Ukrainians in settling in? There are some options for providing assistance.
The Philadelphia Office of Immigrant Affairs collaborates with the Nationalities Services Center, HIAS Pennsylvania, Bethany Cristian Services, and Catholic Social Services to prepare for the arrival of Ukrainians in the following weeks.
People can help by donating money to verified organizations that give immediate and long-term relief to the incoming Ukrainians, so individuals will be able to purchase what is most appropriate for their requirements. There is a list of vetted donation sources on ueccphila.org.
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In addition, a new national initiative to welcome new neighbors has been launched. Ukraine.welcome.us is a website that provides more possibilities to assist the Ukrainian community.
Residents and support groups will have the chance to form Sponsorship Circles for Ukrainians in the future, allowing them to restart their lives.
Also, Philly residents who want to advocate for better immigration policies to help Ukrainians and other immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers can go to the HIAS Pennsylvania website, specifically the Statement Regarding Ukraine and Help for Ukrainians, for additional information.
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