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OIRA launches new funding to increase English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) education pathways

May 22, 2026

In 2026, the Seattle City Council adopted a $4 million ongoing addition to the budget of the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) to strengthen critical services for Seattle’s immigrant and refugee communities. This funding comes in recognition of the recent federal funding loss for ESOL education and workforce… [ Keep reading ]

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A warm welcome to OIRA’s new Acting Director Cuc Vu

February 10, 2026

The Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs announced in February that former Director Cuc Vu will be re-joining the department as OIRA’s new acting director. Vu, a dedicated immigrant advocate, served as OIRA Director from 2014-2022. During this time, Vu built the office into an integral resource for immigrant and… [ Keep reading ]

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