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CCC to Receive Donation from Asian American Society of Central Virginia
On October 22, 2021, Commonwealth Catholic Charities (CCC) will be presented with a $10,000 donation from Asian American Society of...
Oct 21, 2021
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Rising Higher and Higher
Benafsha came to the United States as a Special Immigrant Visa holder during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sep 16, 2021
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CCC Assists with Arrival of Afghan Special Immigrant Visa Holders
In coordination with U.S. troop withdrawals from Afghanistan, Commonwealth Catholic Charities (CCC) and other non-profit organizations...
Jul 30, 2021
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Working his way to Independence
Hertier is 19-years-old and a rising junior in high school. He was born in Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Nov 12, 2020
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Celebrating World Refugee Day in Newport News
Each June 20 on World Refugee Day, CCC celebrates the richness and diversity that refugees bring to America.
Jul 29, 2020
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Olivier
Olivier was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. When he was nine, his family fled to Burundi because of war. They were resettled a
Jun 19, 2020
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I am a Refugee
My name is A.S. I am 13 years old. I came to the United States in 3 years ago by a big plane, lots of miles, from my home country in Asia.
Jun 19, 2020
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City of Richmond Signs Official Welcome to Refugees
The City of Richmond has become one of the first cities in the nation to provide a consent letter welcoming the resettlement of refugees
Dec 4, 2019
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Hope for a Future
As an English-speaker who had previously worked with the United States government in Afghanistan, Aria was hopeful about her prospects
Jun 14, 2019
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A Long Road to Safety
Amina’s road to the United States has been long and often painful.
Jun 6, 2019
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Volunteer Spotlight
Art Heifetz Much of CCC’s ability to help others depends on volunteers—caring individuals who share their unique talents and skills. Art...
Mar 26, 2019
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Bashar's Journey
Bashar* grew-up in a remote village of Afghanistan. When he was 15-years-old, he was kidnapped by the Taliban and severely tortured....
Mar 26, 2018
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