In August of 2021, the US Armed Forces pulled their troops from Afghanistan which led to the Taliban taking over the country. This led to hundreds of thousands of Afghans and their families trying to flee their home country mainly due to safety reasons. Southern California continues to welcome refugees, but are we doing enough for them? Refugees from Afghanistan continue to arrive in Southern California, but unaffordable rents are complicating the process of resettlement as they pursue a better life and hopefully join friends and family already here. As stated on Ca.gov, “The State of California welcomes Afghan newcomers as they resettle and integrate into Californian communities. … [Read more...] about Is San Bernardino County doing enough for the Afghan refugee crisis?
From Afghanistan to the United States: The tale of a woman who defied the odds
When you meet her for the first time you would think that her life has been milk and honey. Her happy and bubbly disposition might deceive you into thinking that her childhood was that of a Disney princess. But sitting with her and listening to her stories, you will realize that she is nothing but a courageous woman who defied the odds of many immigrant stories. And this is Jamila Rahime, a 61-year-old mother of two who fled Afghanistan at the age of 17 to live an American dream. Her unique journey and struggles from Afghanistan to Japan, Germany then finally to the United States could be a story of many other immigrants out there who have left their homes in pursuit of a better … [Read more...] about From Afghanistan to the United States: The tale of a woman who defied the odds
Students disappointed by mental health services at CSUSB
By Zarin Rahime and Anthony Teig Despite the counseling and psychological services offered at CSUSB, students have bemoaned the lack of concern for their mental health needs. This conclusion was made after receiving complaints from a number of students who indicated that the center had either ignored or taken a much longer time to respond to their requests for mental health services. The Student Health Center is where CSUSB offers its mental health services. Students can find the Counseling and Psychological Services in HC-162. Photo by Division of Students Affairs In an interview with Ashley Maayah, a senior student, the lack of response to the desperate needs of the students … [Read more...] about Students disappointed by mental health services at CSUSB