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New Americans

The Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) is dedicated to improving municipal services and policies, welcoming and engaging Salt Lake City’s diverse immigrant and refugee communities by collaborating with local partners to share existing resources, services and build connections.

We welcome immigrants, refugees, migrants, and asylum seekers to Salt Lake City.

Group picture at Immigrant Heritage Month and World Refugee Day event at the Sorenson Black Box Theater
Community members, city staff, and partner agencies gathered for the 2023 Immigrant Heritage Month and World Refugee Day event at the Sorenson Black Box Theater.

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“I believe in the vitality and strength New Americans bring to our community. In our city, we celebrate diversity and embrace the richness of cultures and languages. Let’s stand united, as we weave the tapestry of our city’s future with the threads of compassion, respect, and opportunity for every person who calls this place home.”
Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall

Jamila Solhadost, an Afghan immigrant and community member, addresses event attendees at the Salt Lake City 2023 Welcoming Week Walk & Tree Dedication Ceremony at Washington Square Park.

Questions should be directed to:

Roxana Orellana, Policy Advisor for Refugees & New Americans
Office of the Mayor
451 South State Street, Room 345
Salt Lake City, UT 844114-5474
Phone: 801-535-6381
TTY: 711

Email our Policy Advisor for Refugees & New Americans