CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Last year, Champaign earned its first Certified Welcoming designation in Illinois. The program is beginning phase two of their five year plan. Last November, Welcoming America recognized the City of Champaign with the formal designation as a Certified Welcoming city. The certification is given to cities and counties that promote immigrant […]
Even in places with immigrant populations as large as Southern California's, many refugees and asylum seekers struggle to find community and connect with others.
Even in places with immigrant populations as large as Southern California's, many refugees and asylum seekers struggle to find community and connect with others.
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — The City of Champaign has been recognized as a Certified Welcoming place by Welcoming America, making it the first municipality in Illinois to achieve this distinction.