I, like many others, am a Somali who dreams of a better life for my people. I envision an America where my fellow Somalis can work, live, and truly prosper. Today, there are 110,000 Somalis living in the United States working hard and contributing positively to society, according to the UN (UNHCR, 2020). Yet, in Somalia, a nation of nearly 15 million people, an estimated 73% are living in poverty (World Bank, 2021). Clearly, numerous Somalis could greatly benefit from the opportunities America offers. We appeal to the U.S government to create policies that facilitate Somali immigration. Such policies could establish paths to work visas or employment-based immigration—measures that could truly change lives. Let's make room for progress and bridge the gap for the struggling Somali community. Please, sign this petition to support the cause.