Rochester, NY… Catholic Family Center (CFC) announces the launch of “See Their Stories” campaign at
www.SeeTheirStories.org
in effort to bring clarity surrounding the mistrust and misunderstanding of the refugee
resettlement story in our nation. The series of 15- and 30- second public service announcement-length videos capture
the personal vignettes of refugees who have resettled in the United States… stories of great loss and great hope.
CFC has made these available as free
downloadable and editable
PSAs, suitable for any resettlement service providers
and individuals who help refugees achieve independence to use and promote freely in their local outreach and educational
efforts. CFC has plans to partner with the Vatican and national and New York State based resettlement service agencies
in the further distribution of the “See Their Story” free-use PSAs.
“The goal of the ‘See Their Story’ campaign is to share real human stories of welcoming and integration of refugees
into our communities and their contributions to society,” said Marlene Bessette, President and CEO, Catholic Family Center.
“Our feeling is that these stories make real the troubling, inspiring and at-times beautiful history of what, and who,
a refugee is.”
Millions of refugees continue to suffer violence and oppression from their own governments and are further victimized
on their journey of seeking asylum. Refugee Resettlement is not a choice. It’s a matter of life or death for so many
fleeing war, persecution, abuse, neglect, gang violence, trafficking sometimes without parents and family.
“Refugees are among the most vulnerable in our community,” added Bessette. “Now more than ever, may our combined
resources and dedication serve to bring clarity to this very important issue in our country, and in our world, and
help those we serve find peace, safety and friendship.”
Some came alone. Some escaped with their families. Some were forced to leave their parents and children behind. All
dreamed of living in peace. See Their Stories at
www.SeeTheirStories.org.
About Catholic Family Center:
Catholic Family Center (CFC) is Greater Rochester’s largest provider of comprehensive family services. Each year we assist tens of thousands of our neighbors, relatives and friends as they work to remain or become healthy, productive, participating members of our community. We serve all people—regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, age, ability or gender. Our programs work together to address the many issues of human need across all stages of life.