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  For Somali refugees, the life-changing transition to a new country can be daunting as they embark on an unfamiliar path. With little awareness of the new country's language, culture, and customs, they must rapidly adjust to these differences while dealing with their unique daily hardships and struggles. This blog post will explore four common themes that many Somali refugees experience during the first six months in the United States. 1.  Adjusting to the Weather For Somali refugees, adjusting to the weather in the United States can be challenging. Moving from the African continent to a new home in the US brings many changes. The cold winters and hot summers can come as a shock, especially if they have not experienced this type of weather before. The Somali community in Columbus, Ohio,  often has to invest in warmer clothing and blankets to survive the cold winter months. Fortunately, with guidance from local organizations and support from the community, Somali refugees...

  As a refugee, you're no stranger to uncertainty - but with the right set of skills in your wheelhouse, you can create stability for yourself and your family in 2023. Now more than ever, it's important to forge ahead with initiatives that will allow you to thrive during these turbulent times. This blog post is here to help guide your way. Here are four essential skills that every refugee should learn this year. With determination and dedication, success lies within reach! 1.  Basic Computer and Internet Skills Basic computer and internet skills are essential for refugees in 2023 as they transition into unfamiliar countries and make a new life for themselves. Digital literacy is now considered a survival skill, enabling refugees to obtain important information, stay updated with current events, and connect with family members or fellow refugees. For Somali refugees, organizations like the Somali Education Fund Columbus  may offer classes or resources to help individuals l...

  The political situation in Somalia is still conflicted. The country is still struggling to establish a state that encourages freedom of speech and values human life.   These issues have caused numerous challenges and significant suffering for Somalians, forcing them to seek a better life outside of the nation.     The uncertainty of life as a civilian There has been a significant increase in civilian casualties in Somalia, most of which were a result of attacks by the extremist group Al-Shabaab, which used explosive devices, shellings, and suicide bombings , to carry out attacks. In addition, there have been continuous armed confrontations in Mogadishu between security forces and political parties that have displaced 60,000 to 100,000 people. The increasing cases of sexual and gender-based violence According to a UN report, there has been a consistent rise in sexual violence in Somalia, especially against girls, often ending with the victims getting killed.   ...