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Resettlement support for 8 people arriving in Augusta
After fleeing Yemen, the Bakr family has arrived in Augusta with little more than their documents. They need help with a deposit, furniture and the first months.
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My family left Yemen 5 months ago after we were targeted for our work. We spent time in a camp before we were resettled in Augusta. We're a family of eight and we're safe, but we arrived with very little.
Our resettlement agency has provided 3 months of rent, and that support ends in January.
I was an electrician in Yemen, and I'm studying the language every evening. Our daughter and son have started school and are doing well.
We want nothing more than to be self-sufficient. This fund will help us through the first six months.
All purchases will be documented and photos shared (with the family's consent).
Where the $3,950 goes:
• Rent deposit and first month: $1,750
• Beds, table and basic furniture: $990
• Winter clothing and school supplies: $380
• Language classes and bus passes: $570
• Phone and internet for school and job search: $260
Thanks for reading all this.
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Rooting for you. This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.
Sending strength. I hope things turn around soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Augusta