Empowering Refugees through Nutrition Education

Author: Joanna Coles

Major Program: Mental Health and Well-being - ANR

Since 1981 the International Center of Bowling Green, KY has helped resettle over 10,000 refugees and immigrants worldwide.  The center helps in assimilation and integration into community life. In September, a case manager at the International Center approached the Warren County Extension Agents, requesting nutrition education classes to teach healthy eating habits to lower the risk of diabetes and hypertension

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