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The Spirit of Mesopotamia (SOM) recently hosted a profound and incredibly moving event titled “Tales From a Suitcase,” dedicated to supporting Iraqi immigrants and refugees. Held on March 10th via Zoom, this important evening provided a vital platform for sharing stories of struggles, survival, and triumphs experienced by those living in America.
The presentation featured four dedicated community experts, each offering guidance on a critical area. Ilham Al-Sarraf Rope, a Doctor in Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapist, discussed the Psychological Journey of resettlement. Sahar Ali, a Social Services Case Manager, offered crucial Resources covering financial, health, and education information. Finally, Salam Ali Hariri, Senior IT Manager, focused on Educational and Career Guidance to help individuals build their new lives, while Duha Al-Hakeem, Arabic Community Liaison, provided essential community support.
The event was a powerful initiative organized by the SOM Education and Self Development Committee. By bringing these experts together, the session offered practical advice and emotional support, embodying the SOM mission of serving our community.
Thank you to all the speakers for sharing their expertise and dedication, and to everyone who joined this essential discussion. We remain committed to helping Iraqi immigrants and refugees in their journey of survival and success in America!