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Delaware organizations team up for The Thriving Newcomers Project


La Esperanza and the Haitian Coalition of Delaware recently released a study on immigrants and newcomers in Sussex County. The organizations celebrated the release of the report at the Delaware Technical Community College campus in Georgetown after conducting research over the course of a year.

The report covers various issues such as housing, education, employment, child care, and immigration concerns. It highlights the aspirations of community members to achieve better lives for themselves and their families by pursuing education, better jobs, and overall success.

The study found that Latino and Haitian populations make up a significant portion of Sussex County towns, with 36% of Georgetown’s population being Hispanic or Latino. However, limited job opportunities and transportation options pose major barriers for workers, as many live farther west due to the high cost of living in eastern Sussex, where they often work.

The report also sheds light on challenges related to language accessibility, cultural sensitivity in childcare, and the lack of English classes. Additionally, immigration status isolates individuals and discourages public involvement, making it difficult for newcomers to feel valued or have a voice.

La Esperanza’s executive director, Jennifer Fuqua, emphasized the need for better public transportation systems and improvements in workforce development to address these issues. The report aims to bring attention to these systemic issues and encourage collaboration among community leaders, legislators, and political officials to take action.

The report will be available on La Esperanza’s website for further review and dissemination to the public.

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