Welcoming America leads a network of inclusive communities ensuring everyone belongs. We believe that all people, including immigrants, are vital to our shared future. "Changing the World, One Life at a Time..."Refugee/Immigrant Young-Adult Neighbor (RYAN) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with the stated goal that all newcomers in our communities are welcomed with open arms.In years past, immigrant and refugee families took several generations to fully integrate into society.  To this day, first generation newcomers still face many obstacles and hardships, leading to feelings of frustration, loneliness, and even helplessness.  We, at Refugee/Immigrant Young-Adult Neighbor (RYAN), find this unacceptable, and thus we are called to intervene in the first generation, specifically with young adults.  Our purpose is to bring together young-adult refugees/immigrants with students at nearby colleges and universities to stimulate genuine friendships, while opening the door to higher education, and providing hope for the future.