The residents of Monterroso warmly welcomed 120 asylum seekers who fled violence and instability in their homeland, marking the town's first experience hosting refugees.
Balbino Martinez, president of the local football club, emphasized that the asylum seekers are not criminals, but individuals searching for a better life, illustrating the community’s commitment to inclusion.
The Sociedad Deportiva Monterroso took proactive measures to ease tensions and foster understanding, organizing initiatives like clothing drives and encouraging community support for the new arrivals.
The arrival of young refugees was framed not just as an act of charity but as an opportunity to invigorate a declining region, reversing long-standing demographic trends.
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