February 25, 2019

Inspiritus Staff, Supporters Take a Stand for Refugees at Annual New Americans Celebration

February 25, 2019/ admin_lsga

On February 14, Inspiritus staff, Board members and supporters joined with hundreds of others in support of refugees during the New Americans Celebration at the Georgia State Capitol. Organized by the Coalition of Refugee Service Agencies (CRSA), this day of advocacy and celebration gives participants a chance to meet with their Representatives to share why they are passionate about welcoming refugees in Georgia and urge them to support refugee friendly policies and laws.

Inspiritus employee and pastor of Good Samaritan Ministry Crispin Wiljonda spoke during the press conference portion of the event. Crispin shared his inspiring story as a former asylum seeker now U.S. citizen and highlighted the important contributions refugees and immigrants brings bring to our state and our country.