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Mamta’s Story

Mamta Bajgain's journey to Cincinnati began as a Bhutanese refugee at the tender age of 9 through the United Nations resettlement program. Now employed in Real Estate, Mamta also serves as a ranking member of the Nepali Language and Arts Center, a 501-C 3 non-profit organization. Her remarkable resilience and dedication to community leadership exemplify the transformative power of perseverance and compassion in overcoming adversity and fostering positive change.
Mamta Bajgain

Mamta Bajgain’s journey to Cincinnati commenced as a Bhutanese refugee at the age of 9, arriving through the United Nations resettlement program. The prospect of a new life filled with possibilities and the warm embrace of the Cincinnati community made the city a beacon of hope for her. Cincinnati, to Mamta, represented not just a change in location but a lifeline to a future where she could establish roots and nurture dreams.

I hope to see increased opportunities for immigrants to actively contribute to the region's growth, fostering a genuine sense of belonging and understanding. A community that truly values diversity, embraces different cultures, and provides immigrants with avenues not just to fit in but to shine would be an ideal scenario.

Mamta Bajgain

Mamta Bajgain’s passion for real estate is deeply rooted in her experiences as a refugee, which she shares with fellow immigrants. As a ranking member of the Nepali Language and Arts Center, she finds fulfillment in empowering refugees to find permanent homes and build wealth for future generations. Mamta believes in creating a sense of belonging in Cincinnati, where refugees are not just welcomed but truly feel like they belong. Witnessing individuals and families establish roots brings her immense joy and strengthens their connection to the city.

Reflecting on her journey, Mamta is proud of her accomplishments in Cincinnati and encourages fellow immigrants to embrace resilience and seek support within their community. She believes in drawing upon shared experiences for personal growth and not fearing failure along the way.

Looking to the future, Mamta envisions Cincinnati becoming an even more inclusive and diverse community. She hopes for increased opportunities for immigrants to contribute actively to the city’s growth, fostering genuine belonging and understanding. Mamta’s ideal community values diversity, celebrates different cultures, and provides immigrants with opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Supporting Data

Of the more than 180,000 refugees in the United States in 2015 were entrepreneurs.
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Is the amount that businesses created by refugees generated in 2015 according to a study from the New American Economy.
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