Janis Shinwari

Our mission is to resettle every Afghan and Iraqi combat interpreter in the United States over the next 10 years. We focus on recipients of Special Immigrant Visas. This class of visa was designed for Afghans and Iraqis who worked with United States forces during the post-9/11 military campaigns, generally as combat interpreters in front-line units. The men and women our charity benefits have served multiple combat tours, and have acquitted themselves with honor, courage, and distinction. Most arrive in the United States penniless, disconnected from family support networks, and unequipped to build new lives. By providing financial assistance, employment counseling, and political advocacy we honor our nation’s promise to these valiant young men and women.