Wednesday, October 12, 7-8pm via Zoom
Chittenden Asylum Seekers Assistance Network (CASAN)
Wow! In the past months, the families we assist have experienced incredible progress and joys, as well as very disappointing legal and bureaucratic delays. And, it's been an even busier time, as we helped several unexpected households temporarily, on their journeys to asylum.
Our grassroots non-profit group of volunteers in Chittenden County assists local families who are in the legal process of seeking asylum in our country. There are so many more people who need this kind of assistance, and we need and hope to expand this circle of support. Asylum seekers, unlike refugees, are not allowed to receive many kinds of government assistance, nor are they are allowed to work until reaching a certain point in the asylum process. And so our group has fully supported several families for all living expenses, assisted other households in significant ways, and has impacted the lives of even more through our statewide network with similar groups. It is much needed – and very rewarding – work.
You are invited to the quarterly update of the Chittenden Asylum Seekers Assistance Network (CASAN) to hear amazing stories of these resilient people as they build new lives in safety in our communities. Mark your calendar for Wednesday October 12 from 7:00-8:00pm via Zoom.
And register below to receive the link.
Spoiler alert: you'll hear about the arrival of work permits; two new jobs; the growth of wonderful children; and Immigration Court hearings.
You'll also learn about obstacles that asylum seekers face in Vermont. We'll talk about current needs - such as a low-cost or donated car so one family can get to their new jobs! - and budgetary needs due to the ending of VERAP, the State's rental assistance program.
You'll hear about the wide range of volunteer work being done, and practical ways that you can join in welcoming our new neighbors.
Register in advance:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvcOGqqD0tHd2nKvNeQG-1uqLBPzeN6-VO
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Hope to see you there!
CASAN on Facebook and at www.casanvermont.org
casanvermont@gmail.com
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