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Six immigrant organizations that need your help during the coronavirus outbreak

As COVID-19 continues to spread in Illinois, immigrant organizations are looking to protect their oldest, most vulnerable community members.

Leslie HurtadoMarch 18, 2020

Photo by Michelle Kanaar/Borderless Magazine.

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Young, African and refugee

After fleeing conflict, young Africans who come to Chicago find themselves navigating a city struggling with racism, inequity and violence. Here are three of their stories.

Michelle Kanaar and Nissa RheeMarch 4, 2020

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“Every dream I have is that he will be here with me”

For one Chicago teacher, Trump’s Travel Ban has meant living a continent away from her Syrian husband.

Nissa RheeFebruary 19, 2020

Photo courtesy of the Lopez Gutierrez family

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The fight to release Beto

After ICE detained Jesus Alberto “Beto” Lopez Gutierrez on his drive home from camping, his family has banded together to challenge his detention and deportation.

Irene RomuloJanuary 29, 2020

Arts & Culture

Chicago show brings immigrant stories, journeys to centerstage

Nestor Gomez’s storytelling showcase 80 Minutes Around the World focuses on the personal in a time of competing narratives about immigration.

Nissa RheeJanuary 22, 2020

Photo by Michelle Kanaar

Arts & Culture Labor

Serbian home style cooking brought to life on Chicago’s North Side

After coming to the United States, the Jeftenic family faced layoffs, illness, and homelessness before opening the Astoria Bakery and Cafe.

Michelle KanaarJanuary 15, 2020

Arts & Culture

Four ways to experience Iranian culture during the conflict

With the United States and Iran trading attacks, Chicagoans should take this as an opportunity to learn more about Iranian history and art, says Narimon Safavi.

Sarah ConwayJanuary 8, 2020