Immigrants in Georgia
Georgia, a state located in the southeastern United States, has a significant immigrant population. According to the Migration Policy Institute, as of 2019, approximately 10% of Georgia's population was foreign-born, with the largest immigrant groups coming from Mexico, India, Korea, Vietnam, and China.
Many immigrants in Georgia work in industries such as construction, hospitality, and agriculture, and also contribute to the state's economy through entrepreneurship and small business ownership. However, like in many other parts of the United States, immigrants in Georgia may face various challenges, including language barriers, discrimination, and lack of access to healthcare and other services.
Georgia has also been the site of several controversial immigration-related policies and laws in recent years, including the implementation of an anti-sanctuary city law, which allows the state to withhold funding from local governments that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, and a controversial voter ID law that critics argue could disproportionately impact minority and immigrant voters.
