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Family mentor volunteer in Spokane integrates newcomers with open arms
This National Volunteer Week, communities across the country partner with the ̽��ѡ to welcome and empower refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of trafficking. In these turbulent times, collective support and dedicated service means more than ever.
- Announcement
- April 15, 2025
Developmental Disability Awareness Month in NY
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month—a time to reflect on how we can better support individuals with disabilities and ensure they have equal access to opportunities. For refugees, migrants, and immigrants with disabilities, navigating life in the U.S. presents a unique set of challenges.
- Announcement
- April 16, 2025
̽��ѡ offers local support during tax season
Tax season is upon us! The ̽��ѡ in Salt Lake City is at work organizing tax preparation assistance clinics for eligible refugee and new American community members. Learn how to access this service!
- Announcement
- June 27, 2022
Program Spotlight: Financial Capability for New Americans
Since 2018, the ̽��ѡ in Denver has offered financial capability services to refugee clients through the Financial Capability for New Americans program (FC4NA). Thanks to the generous support of Wells Fargo and other funders, this program has been invaluable to many families financially impacted by the pandemic.
- Announcement
- June 15, 2021
Stories of Welcome: A mentor becomes a friend
When Robert Sebatware met Dave Kurz, he and his wife had just arrived in the U.S. as refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Robert hoped his new friend, an ̽��ѡ staff member, could mentor him in the ways of America. Years later, Robert is the one helping newcomers to America and the two men and their families have developed a bond that goes beyond friendship.
- Video
- June 22, 2022
Teddy bears, dreams and school: Syrian girls share a few of their favorite things
Eight years of war in Syria has devastated the entire country. But instead of recounting hardships, these Syrian girls living in Jordan talk about their dreams, ambitions, abilities…and their favorite things.
- Article
- June 27, 2022
̽��ѡ in NY give thanks to its Housing Partners
The ̽��ѡ in NY gives thanks to its partners who supported refugee families this past fall with housing and continue to do so. ̽��ѡ partners have supported clients by 1) securing household basics, amenities, and furniture, 2) participating in the hands-on move-in work, and 3) extending a warm welcome to families.
- Announcement
- January 28, 2022
From School Skipper to Award Winner
The youth team at the ̽��ѡ in Richmond offers comprehensive programming that supports young newcomers and refugees as they adjust to life in their new home. Hear from one student about how a sense of community helped him achieve success.
- Announcement
- August 21, 2024
Internship opportunities in Los Angeles: now accepting applications!
The ̽��ѡ provides opportunities for refugees to thrive in America. In Los Angeles and many other regional offices across the country, the ̽��ѡ helps them rebuild their lives and achieve self-sufficiency. To accomplish this, ̽��ѡ LA relies heavily on efforts by our interns and volunteers.
- Announcement
- January 30, 2024
Interview with departing Executive Director, Harriet Kuhr
After dedicating 20 years of service to the ̽��ѡ in all, ̽��ѡ Virginia Executive Director Harriet Kuhr announced she would retire at the end of 2024. We sat down with her for an interview in December to get some final reflections on refugee resettlement in Charlottesville and her impactful nonprofit career.
- Announcement
- March 7, 2025