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Samia has been chosen as one of the inspiring and influential women worldwide. This recognition is because of her essential role in offering psychological support to displaced communities in northeast Syria.

In 2022, the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in Silver Spring supported over 150 Ukrainians who came to the U.S. since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. While each newcomer has a different story, they share in the experience of fleeing their home country for fear of violence and persecution. In recognition of the one-year anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine, we spoke with client, Zhumaima, who came to the U.S. in July 2022 after leaving Ukraine.

Living in the U.S. with limited knowledge of the people, social norms and laws is immensely challenging. ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ interpreter, Artem Kulyk, describes the functions of interpretation services at the ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ in Silver Spring and what it means to our clients.

Hear what life is like for three families affected by the war.