RADC exists to support our New Neighbors during resettlement and ease the challenges associated with leaving their home country and seeking permanent citizenship.

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RADC History

 

The American-backed government of Afghanistan fell to the Taliban on August 15, 2021. As a result, the United States airlifted nearly 75,000 Afghan citizens to military bases throughout the world for health and security screenings and then to the U.S. for resettlement. Over 120 of them have resettled in Muncie.

 

Local nonprofits and volunteers rallied to welcome our New Neighbors to Muncie and ensure that social and financial support helps these families adapt and thrive in their new home. To support the ongoing work necessary to help families thrive, Refugee Alliance of Delaware County (RADC) was incorporated officially in August of 2022 and achieved nonprofit status in December 2022. 

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Seeking Asylum in the United States

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Most Afghan refugees entered the U.S. on what is called humanitarian parole, which allows them to live and work in the U.S. for two years while seeking asylum and working to bring family members from Afghanistan. Asylum is an arduous process that takes years and a litany of documents and processes to prove they would face persecution if they returned to Afghanistan. In addition to the legal requirements, refugees are challenged to find housing, learn English, find jobs, navigate transportation and get a driver’s license. Most are deeply concerned for the safety and livelihood of the loved ones left behind, most are raising children and helping them to adjust to the drastic change.  

 

RADC exists to support our New Neighbors during resettlement and ease the challenges associated with leaving their home country and seeking permanent citizenship.