The Refugee Experiences Report
Every two years, PANA conducts a survey of refugees in San Diego County to better understand the experiences, challenges, and needs of our communities. This year’s report is particularly timely as it identified inequities around education, health, employment, housing, belonging, and surveillance.
This study highlights PANA’s ongoing work to catalyze community action to address refugee’s needs.
Read the LatestThe 2023 Refugee Community Experiences Report
Resettled refugees in the United States and first-generation Americans descended from refugees continue to face multiple structural barriers to their health and wellbeing. PANA conducted a 2023 in-depth triennial survey into the refugee experiences. Our findings on 656 participants identified inequities around education, health, employment, housing, belonging, and surveillance.
“Affordable housing creates a sense of stability and security for our community. When people have access to safe and affordable homes, they can allocate more of their income towards other essential needs such as education, healthcare, and nutritious food.”
Syrian Widowed Mother
