Episode #20: Refugees, Immigration & Building Belonging in Rhode Island
Air Date: September 26, 2026
Description

Rhode Island has long been shaped by the contributions of immigrants and refugees seeking safety, opportunity, and a place to call home. In this episode of UNITED in 401, guest host Kyle Bennett, Chief Policy & Impact Officer at United Way of Rhode Island, welcomes Teddi Jallow, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Refugee Dream Center. Together, they discuss the challenges and opportunities newcomers face, the importance of community connection and belonging, and the ways immigrants and refugees strengthen Rhode Island through their resilience, leadership, and contributions to our communities.