Since the Feb. 2006 bombing of the Al-Askari Mosqu

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Iraq: Iraqi Refugees and Special Immigrant Visa Holders Face Challenges Resettling in the United States and Obtaining U.S. Government Employment

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By Joseph A. Christoff (au)
Year: 2010
Pages: 35
Binding Paperback

Product Code: 143793028X

Description

Since the Feb. 2006 bombing of the Al-Askari Mosque in Samarathat triggered the displacement of thousands of Iraqis, the U.S. has taken a lead role in resettling the displaced. The administration has indicated its intent to assist those Iraqis who supported the U.S. in Iraq.In addition, Congress authorized the Depts. of Defense (DOD) and State (State) to jointly establish and operate a program to offer temporary employment to Iraqi special immigrant visa (SIV) holders in the U.S. This report provides information on the (1) status of resettled Iraqis in the U.S. and the initial challenges they face, (2) benefitsafforded Iraqi refugees and SIV holders, and (3) challenges they face obtaining employment with the federal government. The report analyzed data on Iraqi refugees and SIV holders in the U.S., and laws and regulations on the benefits afforded to them. It also analyzed U.S.government employment and personnel security requirements.Officials from five key agencies were interviewed regarding theserequirements. Tables.

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