To Deny Refuge is to Deny Hope.

Making NEPA Home is a powerful one-hour original documentary film from WVIA, produced under the We Stand Against Hate initiative. This deeply-human story follows four refugees and immigrants from diverse cultural backgrounds who were forced to flee their homelands and have since built new lives in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

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Through everyday moments,

community events, and candid storytelling, Making NEPA Home explores the rich traditions, resilience, and contributions of those who have helped shape the region's evolving cultural identity. The documentary also highlights the critical role of local education and human service organizations in Northeastern Pennsylvania that support these new neighbors.

With expert insights

and compelling personal narratives, the film builds toward a poignant conclusion at an annual celebration of World Refugee Day held in Scranton, Pennsylvania, honoring the global journey of seeking safety, dignity, and a place to call home.

Premieres Thursday, October 16th at 7pm on WVIA TV

Also streaming live on WVIA's Facebook and Youtube pages, and at WVIA.org.

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