Interviews Please note: There is a delay for media to load up once you click the listen icon. A Jacksonville nonprofit organization is giving local Sudanese refugees a second chance at life. As WJCT’s Alyssa Zamora reports, the group helps many local Sudanese find the home they never had. LISTEN The Jacksonville-based “Bridges to Sudan” nonprofit organization seeks to change the lives of refugees who escape political unrest and genocide in Sudan. The nonprofit teaches them the necessary skills to assimilate into society. WJCT’s Alyssa Zamora explores how local Sudanese women are freeing themselves of their past struggles and adjusting to a new way of life. LISTEN First Coast Forum with Melise interviews Lynn Wisemore of Hands on Jacksonville and Sharon Shivel of Bridges To Sudan. Sharon discusses the current situation in Sudan and events that have lead to a major crisis in this Northeastern African Country. She also discusses how Bridges To Sudan came about and the extensive work that is done for local refugees and in Sudan. LISTEN This is American Profiles, VOA's weekly spotlight on notable Americans who are having a positive impact on the world. Alyssa Zamora introduces us to Sharon Svihel, who has made it her life's work to help Sudanese refugees adjust to American society. LISTEN