A social enterprise in St. John's is helping refugee women

A social enterprise in St. John's is helping refugee women prepare for work in Canada

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St. John's social enterprise Newbornlander received over $700,000 in funding as part of its new "Sewing Hope" program. The program will help refugee women learn English and sewing skills. Founder and CEO Constanza Safatle Ferrari joined us in the studio this morning to discuss.

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