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6 people are interested
SHINE! Youth Mentoring Program
ORGANIZATION: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
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6 people are interested
Hands-on volunteers with education experience and an interest in refugee issues wanted for SHINE! Students Helping Iowa’s Newcomers Excel (SHINE!) celebrates diversity, fosters resiliency, and encourages refugee and immigrant youth to reach their full potential. The weekly after-school program for high school students builds a peer mentor base to strengthen social and academic support for refugee youth. The program includes language learning, cultural orientation, and community exploration. Volunteers are asked to assist AmeriCorps VISTA members in teaching weekly classes, chaperoning field trips, and if interested will be invited to help plan lessons. Interested volunteers should contact Julianna for more information: volunteer@uscri-desmoines.org or 515-528-7525x2508.
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About U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Location:
1200 University Avenue, Suite 205, Des Moines, IA 50314, US
Mission Statement
To address the needs and rights of persons in forced or voluntary migration worldwide by advancing fair and humane public policy, facilitating and providing direct professional services, and promoting the full participation of migrants in community life.
Description
For 100 years, the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) has given hope and new life to persons fleeing from war, violence and persecution in their home country. A catalyst for refugee rights and advocacy, USCRI has changed the lives of thousands of newly arriving Americans and continues to do so through various program support.
USCRI Des Moines supports refugees beginning their new lives in the U.S. by providing immediate needs, core services and community orientations. Through collaborative support between USCRI and local businesses, organizations and individuals, each newly arriving American is given tools and resources to successfully adapt to life in the Greater Des Moines area.
Community involvement is an essential piece of refugee resettlement. You can help refugees transition to a new life in the Greater Des Moines area by volunteering, donating money or goods, or by partnering with USCRI to serve refugees.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Hoover High School4800 Aurora AveDes Moines, IA 50310
DATE POSTED
September 7, 2016
SKILLS
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Cross-cultural Communication
- Youth Services
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours weekly for one semester
- experience teaching or working with multicultural youth preferred