Canopy NWA

A new DHS memo says refugees must obtain a green card or report to ICE within one year of arrival. Canopy NWA's director calls the policy shocking and a break from decades of U.S. refugee practice.

Despite federal policy shifts and funding freezes, immigrant and refugee entrepreneurs in northwest Arkansas continue building businesses with support from Canopy Northwest Arkansas.

In today's episode, the work continues for local organizations like Canopy NWA, operating to aid immigrants and refugees, and a new survey focuses on what brings people downtown Fort Smith.

Canopy Northwest Arkansas director Joanna Krause says the federal government’s new refugee limit — the lowest in U.S. history — could further destabilize local resettlement programs and separate families already waiting to reunite in the region.

Startup Junkie’s annual Startup Crawl filled the Fayetteville square with entrepreneurs, food, music and local craft breweries, showcasing small businesses and community connections.

Daniel speaks with Malath Alarnosi of Canopy NWA about the upcoming Cultural Community Celebration.

Josh speaks with Adora Curry, from Canopy Northwest Arkansas, about their Tri-state Challenge fundraiser running through June 30.

In honor of World Refugee Day this week, we are hearing from people who have resettled in our region about their journey to the U.S. and what it means to be a refugee.

In honor of World Refugee Day this week, we are hearing from people who have resettled in our region about their journey to the U.S. and what it means to be a refugee.

In honor of World Refugee Day this week, we are hearing from people who have resettled in our region about their journey to the U.S. and what it means to be a refugee.