Sakhi Hasmati was born in Afghanistan and lived in Pakistan, India, and United Arab Emirates before moving to Idaho to reunite with his parents and siblings about seven years ago.
āMy parents, one of the reasons they were moving around, is because they had concerns about their childrenās safety,ā he said.Now, Sakhi helps other people who are earlier on in their resettlement journey, as the Idaho Community Advisor Network Supervisor at the International Rescue Committee in Boise.
When Sakhi first moved to Idaho, his goal was to move on quickly to a place with more earning potential. But he found a closeness within his family and community thatās made Idaho feel like home. Sakhiās wife is awaiting approval to resettle here, too.
āI deeply appreciate the culture and kindness prevalent in this state,ā Sakhi said. āIn my free time, I cherish moments with family and friends, often enjoying a game of soccer.ā
Sakhi loves learning about the laws and history of any country where he lives. (Sidenote from the episode: there are 27 amendments in the U.S. Constitution!)
Sakhiās goal is to advocate, support, and deliver services to asylees, refugees, and immigrants. Recognizing the importance of families seeking and achieving long-term happiness and self-sufficiency, heās passionate about bringing consistency to these families and aiding them in attaining a fulfilling, normal life.