WELCOMING ROANOKE CELEBRATES NATURALIZED CITIZENS, NEW GRADUATES, AND WORLD REFUGEE DAY
On June 19, the community celebrated the region's newest naturalized citizens, young refugees graduating from high school, and World Refugee Day. Partners such as Blue Ridge Literacy, Commonwealth Catholic Charities, Local Colors and the League of Women Voters put on the event, sponsored through a grant by Old Navy.
A special feature of the day was the creation of a 16' by 8' mural led by artist Ashley Proffitt, an employee of Commonwealth Catholic Charities, and painted by refugee youth. When the mural is completed with additional paint and varnish, the City will work with Ashley to find a display location.