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An Iowa City migrant shelter worries Iowa bills could lead to attempt to shut down Catholic nonprofit.

Immigrant workers and Catholic charities worry a package of bills being advanced by Iowa Republican lawmakers would criminalize and could lead to the closure of faith-based migrant shelters and civic engagement organizations to house or transport asylum-seekers.

An Iowa City migrant shelter worries Iowa bills could lead to attempt to shut down Catholic nonprofit.

Food poverty places Iran's workers at an increased risk of contracting various diseases.

Workers are facing multiple problems in the final days of the year. On one hand, their meager wages do not cover the cost of living, and on the other hand, any protest leads to their dismissal from wo

The free toy drive at the St. Vincent de Paul outreach center dates back more than 25 years.

People experiencing homelessness or struggling to make ends meet in Lancaster County can get help from dozens of free resources. Many are operated by nonprofit organizations and community churches.

“Its main activity is to prevent trade union organisations that are independent of the state from being set up or from being able to function. It also seeks to prevent strikes.”

Iranian workers continue to organize and protest for better working conditions and rights despite these challenges. However, the government has responded harshly, using violence and arrests to suppress dissent.

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