Advocate for refugees.

LIRS

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Hope for Freedom

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Dear LIRS Supporter,

I know you recognize and celebrate the many positive contributions
made by refugees and immigrants, from starting businesses to
revitalizing schools to strengthening their communities.

But there is another story that's not always told, and that's the
vital leadership role so many refugees, Dreamers and other immigrants
are assuming. They're tackling a whole range of crucial justice,
economic, and social issues - creating more hope for freedom.

And you'll be glad to know that your support for LIRS helps refugees
build community connections and provides grassroots leadership
training. This experience empowers them to advocate on issues of
concern to their communities and to us all - including health,
housing, education, and racial equity.

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In Minneapolis, for example, young Somalis have been leading peaceful
protests. The more they continue to lift up their voices and express
their values, the more we can work together to create a more welcoming
and equitable community.

When we undermine our immigration system, we erode the values of our
country. But when we welcome people, help them find opportunity, and
encourage their leadership skills to grow, we live our values and make
our communities and our nation so much stronger.

This Fourth of July you can help create more hope for freedom by
giving generously to LIRS. You'll support young leaders who are
finding their voices - and from what I have heard and seen,
those voices will not be silenced!

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With much gratitude,

Krish Vignarajah
President & CEO
LIRS

Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service
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700 Light Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21230
Phone: (410) 230-2700
Fax: (410) 230-2890

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