Over 900 Afghan refugees have moved to Utah — the largest refugee resettlement in the state’s history.
. Of those, just over 900 Afghan refugees have moved to Utah — the largest refugee resettlement in the state’s history.
“This group includes individuals who worked closely with and were critical allies to the U.S. government in Afghanistan,” he said. “They’re here with their families and their children to build a new life.”As the Taliban solidifies control of Afghanistan, Californians with friends and family in the country are scrambling to help.
“They arrived in Utah with permission to work and we’re helping them find good jobs,” Cox said. “We recognize the incredible talents, abilities and life experiences that these Afghans bring to our labor force. They will be wonderful additions in filling much-needed job vacancies in the state.”
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