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5 people are interested
Asylee Mentor
ORGANIZATION: Asylee Women Enterprise
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5 people are interested
Many asylum seekers arrive to the US alone, and have lost their family, friends and livelihoods from their country of origin. As they rebuild their lives in a new country AWE seeks to provide community and a sense of belonging. Mentors meet regularly (every two weeks, at minimum) to offer friendship and companionship while supporting their mentee in: learning how to navigate public transportation, sightseeing, practicing English, job hunting, etc...
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About Asylee Women Enterprise
Location:
4500 Frankford Ave., Baltimore, MD 21206, US
Mission Statement
AWE journeys with asylum seekers, foreign-born trafficking survivors, and other forced migrants as they navigate the immigration legal process, begin to heal from past trauma, and rebuild their lives in Baltimore.
Description
AWE offers holistic and client-centered services under one roof. AWE's unique model emphasizes community and provides a space for forced migrants to learn, share, and support one another.
Our services include:
- Intensive Case Management that is trauma-informed and supports clients access the resources they need to be safe, stable, and self-sufficient
- Benefits Assistance
- Immigration legal services
- Health and Wellness activities through physical and mental health referrals and services through community partnerships
- Material Support through our food pantry, diaper bank, and clothing, toiletry, and other donations
- Community Connection through a range of classes, workshops, and events
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4500 Frankford Ave.Baltimore, MD 21206
DATE POSTED
May 1, 2023
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 25
- 2-3 hours every two weeks, at a minimum