As the crisis continues at the southern border, Michigan is asking residents to house immigrants in their homes and help resettle them.
The state Department of Labor and Economic Development said volunteers who wish to participate must be active for at least 90 days as part of the Refugee Assistance Program.
“Programs like Welcome Corps advance Global Michigan’s mission to make Michigan a home of opportunity for immigrants, refugees, and ethnic communities,” said Global Michigan Director and Michigan Chief Capital and Inclusion Officer. Director Poppy Hernandez said. “Expanding refugee resettlement pathways will allow more Michiganders to support our growing refugee population and build a more welcoming and inclusive Michigan for all.”
Sponsors are expected to meet newly arrived refugees at the airport, secure and prepare initial housing, enroll children in school, and help adults find employment.
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Single immigrant men, mostly from West Africa, gather in Tompkins Square Park as volunteers hand out food and clothing in New York City’s East Village neighborhood. Michigan is asking residents to help house immigrants arriving in the state. (Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images)
The migrants will come from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela, all places of origin where many people hope to apply for asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Fox News Digital has reached out to the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Development for more information.
The request comes as multiple cities grapple with how to house and serve newly arrived migrants from the southern border.
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Cities like New York and Chicago have also dealt with issues related to immigrants committing crimes and backlash from residents who have voiced anger and concern about immigrants. Migrant shelters in these cities are nearly full, forcing authorities to come up with ways to safely house migrants.
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Last year, Massachusetts officials asked residents to open their doors because migrant shelters were full at the time.
“Most importantly, if you have an additional room or suite in your home, please consider hosting a family. Housing and shelter are our most urgent needs, and we encourage you to become a sponsoring family. Please,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll.
