'They can bring so much': Despite barriers, Afghan evacuees enrich Wisconsin's workforce
By Zhen Wang, Wisconsin Watch Ali Akbar Gholami arrived in the United States in September 2021 with little more than his work ID. He had no time to gather ...
Stay updated with breaking news from Muddassir Saboory. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
By Zhen Wang, Wisconsin Watch Ali Akbar Gholami arrived in the United States in September 2021 with little more than his work ID. He had no time to gather ...
Ali Akbar Gholami is among at least 838 Afghan evacuees, including young children and elderly people, now living in Wisconsin
Wisconsin is in a labor crunch. Evacuees and other immigrants can help — if they can navigate transportation and other obstacles.
There are more than 800 Afghan evacuees now living in Wisconsin. These newcomers are helping ease the state’s labor crunch even as they face transportation hurdles and other workforce barriers.