Welcome Connect: A Chance for Refugees to Find Sponsors in the US
If you are seeking refuge in the United States but do not have anyone to sponsor you, Welcome Connect may be the solution you are looking for. This platform allows you to securely and confidentially contact potential sponsors who can support you in your journey to the US.
However, it’s important to note that the platform only opens on the third Tuesday of each month and spots are limited. Due to high demand and a limited number of available sponsors, it closes as soon as available spots are filled.
Welcome Connect is an initiative of Welcome.US, an organization that promotes sponsorship as a way to help newcomers integrate into American society. The sponsorship process allows individuals or groups in the US to support certain nationals seeking refuge during their application process and after their arrival.
To access Welcome Connect, you must be from an eligible country, with Cuba being one of them. The platform aims to connect you with a potential sponsor who shares your interests and values. If both parties agree, you can begin the joint application process with the US government.
The registration for Welcome Connect opens on the third Tuesday of each month. The last opening for this year will be on December 19, so it’s important not to miss this opportunity. The registration times vary depending on the country where you are located. For example, for individuals in Cuba and Haiti, registration will open at 10 am (Eastern Standard Time).
Given the limited number of available spots and high demand, it is recommended to register as soon as the platform opens. If you miss the registration for this month, you will have to wait until next year to try again.
Welcome Connect offers a lifeline for refugees seeking refuge in the US and connects them with sponsors who can support them in their journey to a new life. If you are eligible, don’t miss the opportunity to register and potentially secure a sponsor to assist you in your application process.