Impact of South and Central American Migrants in Denver

SOURCE www.npr.org
Denver has been heavily impacted by the arrival of migrants from South and Central America in the last two years. Many migrants struggle to find housing and work authorization, leading to homelessness. Local residents are stepping in to provide temporary housing solutions.

Key Points

  • Denver heavily impacted by migrant arrivals in the last two years
  • Struggles include finding housing and work authorization
  • Local residents helping provide temporary housing solutions

Pros

  • Local residents are stepping in to provide temporary housing solutions
  • City providing some assistance for housing and work authorization

Cons

  • Many migrants struggling to find housing and work authorization
  • City scaling back efforts due to financial constraints