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Uniting for Ukraine: How Ukrainian refugees are filling America’s labor void

August 11, 2023 | Post

In the vast expanse of North Dakota’s oil fields, a quiet yet significant transformation is taking place. Thousands of Ukrainian refugees have found their way to this unlikely destination, contributing to a workforce grappling with severe shortages. 

While their presence has brought forth positive change, it’s astounding how this story remains shrouded in relative obscurity. 

Let’s look at how the story of North Dakota’s newest arrivals and the success of the Uniting for Ukraine program shows the potential for a simplified and more open immigration process.