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'I hope they feel welcome': Stitch Buffalo launches video series for refugees resettled in WNY

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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — A local organization has released a new video series to help connect with some of our new Western New Yorkers.

Stitch Buffalo has launched a unique project hoping to highlight the voices of women in the Refugee Women's Workshop.

When a woman sees one of these clips in their native language, Executive Director Dawn Hoeg hopes this makes them feel welcome.

"We are indeed the City of Good Neighbors," said Hoeg. "There is an opportunity for them to be part of the community. The opportunity is to get supplies and materials, the opportunity is to learn and the opportunity is to bring your skill."

To participate in the workshop, you simply need to be interested and walk through the Stitch Buffalo doors at their new location on Plymouth Avenue.

You can learn embroidery, knitting and sewing at the location to make items for family or create items to sell for supplemental income.