WTAP serves refugees who have recently been relocated to the Phoenix area through the U.S. State Department. These refugees are supported by local resettlement agencies that help with their transition. These families have usually been in refugee camps for 10+ years and come from countries all over the world. The refugees we help are on a special visa and can ultimately become U.S. citizens. They are highly motivated, resourceful and eager to start a new life. They develop strong ties to their new communities, make active contributions, work hard and pay taxes. They are expected to be self sufficient within 6 months of arrival.
In 2023 WTAP Welcomed and served 3,000+ newcomers primarily from Afghanistan, Syria, DRC, Honduras, Iraq, Myanmar (Burma), and Guatemala
What is Resettlement?
Resettlement is the selection and transfer of refugees from a country in which they have sought protection to a third country that has granted them permission to stay on the basis of long-term or permanent residence status. It is a solution that ensures refugees are protected against refoulment (forced return), provides them access to rights similar to those enjoyed by citizens and gives them an opportunity to eventually become citizens of the resettlement country.
How does the resettlement process work in the U.S.?
The United States conducts a rigorous vetting process to determine whether to accept a refugee for resettlement. The entire process takes approximately two years and involves the following steps:
How many refugees are admitted to the U.S. each year?
The United States has a long tradition of welcoming refugees. In September 2021, the U.S. announced that the maximum number of refugees admitted to the country in 2022 will be 125,000 — the highest number since 1993.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Access
At The Welcome to America Project (WTAP), we are committed to fostering an environment that values equity, diversity, inclusion, and access for all refugees and individuals we serve. We believe that every person, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or background, deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
We are dedicated to creating a welcoming space where individuals from all walks of life can find the resources, support, and opportunities they need to thrive in their new communities. We recognize that refugees bring a wealth of experience, talent, and resilience, and we strive to empower them to build fulfilling lives in the United States.
Our work is rooted in the belief that diversity strengthens our communities, and we are actively committed to addressing the systemic barriers that many refugees face in their journey toward self-sufficiency. By providing inclusive services and creating equitable access to resources, we aim to break down obstacles to success and ensure that every refugee has the opportunity to fully participate in society.
We are guided by the values of inclusion and fairness, and we continue to work towards a future where all refugees, regardless of their background, can experience safety, opportunity, and belonging in their new homes.
At The Welcome to America Project (WTAP), we are committed to fostering an environment that values equity, diversity, inclusion, and access for all refugees and individuals we serve. We believe that every person, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or background, deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
We are dedicated to creating a welcoming space where individuals from all walks of life can find the resources, support, and opportunities they need to thrive in their new communities. We recognize that refugees bring a wealth of experience, talent, and resilience, and we strive to empower them to build fulfilling lives in the United States.
Our work is rooted in the belief that diversity strengthens our communities, and we are actively committed to addressing the systemic barriers that many refugees face in their journey toward self-sufficiency. By providing inclusive services and creating equitable access to resources, we aim to break down obstacles to success and ensure that every refugee has the opportunity to fully participate in society.
We are guided by the values of inclusion and fairness, and we continue to work towards a future where all refugees, regardless of their background, can experience safety, opportunity, and belonging in their new homes.