In this story the storyteller is describing what it was like first coming to England. They talk about initially feeling isolated, not knowing who to talk to or how to get the right advice and support. 

They describe that as time went on they connected with people and found out the right people to go to for advice which helped them to feel more accepted and confident.

Category
Immigration & Migration
Tagged
immigration

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