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Seattle has become a multi-cultural city. The percentage of foreign-born
residents has increased significantly in the last three decades.
In 1980, the foreign-born population constituted about 11 percent of Seattle’s
population. In 2000, it was almost 17 percent. By 2010, it could
be almost 20 percent and total up to 120,000 people.
Our foreign-born population is a very diverse group and, as the
face of Seattle changes, City government is also changing to embrace our
city’s
newest residents. This broad and comprehensive initiative promotes the full
and active participation of immigrant and refugee communities in Seattle’s
civic, economic and cultural life. We all benefit when we’re all included.
As part of the City of Seattle’s Race and Social Justice Initiative,
Mayor Greg Nickels wants to strengthen how City government serves
immigrant and refugee communities living in Seattle.
Immigrants & Refugees Report and Action Plan
In June 2007, Mayor Greg Nickels announced steps the City is taking to improve services to Seattle's growing immigrant and refugee population. Improved translation and interpretation services, technical assistance for immigrant-owned businesses, increased access to city grants and an advisory board focused on immigrant and refugee issues are just some of the actions included in the Mayor's Immigrants & Refugees Report and Action Plan.
- 移民和难民报告及行动计划
Report Summary in Chinese
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06/20/2007
Press Release in Chinese
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