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In the sun-drenched province of Cádiz, Spain, a unique community known as Finca "La Petite" is making a significant difference in the lives of immigrants. Among the residents currently residing at Finca "La Petite" are Pape and Abdou, two individuals who have found a home and a chance at a new life in Spain.
Pape, a resident from Senegal, arrived in Spain a year and a half ago, seeking a better future. Abdou, another resident, came to Spain for reasons other than asylum and faced the prospect of homelessness without the assistance of the "Esperanza en Acción" foundation.
Founded by José Gonzáles Díaz, the "Esperanza en Acción" foundation has been supporting immigrants like Pape and Abdou for the past five years. The foundation, aided by around 30 volunteers, provides language, job training, and practical courses to its residents, fostering an environment conducive to integration and growth.
One of the key ways the foundation supports its residents is by helping them navigate the Spanish immigration system. For instance, the foundation assisted Abdou in obtaining a legal residence permit under the Spanish principle of "arraigo" (rooting). This process, which previously required three years of residence, has been reduced to two years due to recent immigration law reforms in Spain. However, it's worth noting that the waiting time for asylum application decisions is no longer counted towards "rootedness" under the new reforms.
Life at Finca "La Petite" is not just about learning and legal support; it's also about community and shared experiences. Residents live alongside chickens, ponies, goats, and families with children, creating a vibrant and diverse environment. The foundation also ensures that basic necessities are met, providing food, clothing, medical visits, and a monthly allowance of 100 euros for its residents.
Pape, currently waiting for his asylum application to be processed, plans to work in a car workshop once he receives his work permit. He hopes to send money back to his family in Senegal. Abdou, on the other hand, is one of the foundation's success stories, having secured an apprenticeship contract at a small carpentry shop.
In addition to the human stories, Finca "La Petite" is also home to a surprising resident - Vietnamese potbellied pig Roberta. The community is self-sustaining in many ways, with vegetable boxes being distributed regularly, containing items such as carrots, beans, salads, Swiss chard, and spinach.
Local companies, including construction companies, restaurants and hotels, a nursery, an electrical company, and a metalworker, have also lent their support to Finca "La Petite". Together, they are helping to build a brighter future for immigrants like Pape and Abdou, offering them a chance to start anew in Spain.
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