Welcome Dayton: Immigrant Friendly City
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2011
Level
City or Town
State(s)
Ohio
Policy Areas
Children & Families, Civil Rights, Democracy & Governance, Economic Justice, Finance & Procurement, Housing, Public Safety
Communities across America are at a crossroad: to welcome and integrate new residents and help them on a path to citizenship, or to allow old stereotypes, fears and preconceptions to hinder future success. In a community where immigrants are welcomed they receive mutual respect and support while in an unwelcoming community they can experience social isolation, health problems, poverty and social discord. This report is an action plan that can provide a roadmap for the City of Dayton to become a nationally recognized Immigrant Friendly City.