International Institute of Akron rejects federal funding over concerns about who qualifies as a refugee
The International Institute of Akron said this week that, following changes to the nation’s refugee resettlement program that limit where people entering the country can come from, it would no longer accept federal funding. “We haven’t participated in how resettlement has changed and who the administration has deemed refugees,” said Liv Randall, the IIA’s communications and development specialist. “We never pick and choose who comes.”
Akron’s community calendar
Looking for things to do in Akron? Signal Akron’s events calendar is your go-to guide for what’s happening across the city each week. From family-friendly festivals and outdoor concerts to art exhibits, food truck rallies, and neighborhood block parties, we’ve gathered events that showcase the energy and creativity of our community.
