Two Rivers, 30 Minutes for 6-16-2023
06-16-2023
Guests: Kristy Lagnese, Community Engagement Coordinator, Jewish Family and Community Services of Pittsburgh, and Bhavini Patel, Edgewood Borough council member
How Topic Discussed: Tuesday June 20 is World Refugee Day. The celebration will be held in Schenley Plaza. What help has been available for refugees over the past 100 years? What are some of the current refugee crises around the world? How are immigrants helped to re-settle in the United States through the efforts of JFCS and other agencies? How do immigrants contribute to the local economy? What ways can local groups help refugees?
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Filetype: MP3 - Size: 27.05MB - Duration: 29:33 m (128 kbps 44100 Hz)
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