Preface

This guide to resettlement will assist you in preparing for your first few months in the United States. It describes the initial stages of resettlement and provides information on fundamental aspects of life in the United States. No orientation guide can possibly tell you everything you need to know, because resettlement is a long, complicated process that is unique for every individual refugee. If you do not understand something discussed in this book, or if your questions about life in the United States are not answered here, the staff of your resettlement agency will help you find answers after you have arrived. An inquiring, open attitude may be your most valuable asset in adjusting successfully to life in the United States.

We wish you well!

The Cultural Orientation Project--http://www.culturalorientation.net, for more information contact sanja@cal.org
Last Updated: 4/25/00