- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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25 people are interested
Become a First Friend to Refugees in your Community
ORGANIZATION: Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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25 people are interested
By being a First Friend, you are setting a precedent of a positive impact on newly arriving refugees in your community by assisting them in their first months in the United States.
Some duties include helping refugees find places near their home such as grocery stores, churches, health clinics, and clothing stores. In addition, as a First Friend you will spend social time together with the refugee or refugee family you are assigned, and in certain cases, practice English together, if the family or individual is not yet conversational in English.
Fingerprint clearance and driving authorization will be required of volunteer as part of this role also includes driving and spending time with the refugee or refugee family you are assigned.
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About Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest
Location:
2502 E University Drive, Suite 125, Phoenix, AZ 85034, US
Mission Statement
Showing kindness, doing justice, and serving those in need.
Description
Since 1970, Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest has responded to Arizona’s changing needs by compassionately offering quality services and resources that contribute to a stronger and healthier Arizona for all people.
We stabilize people during crisis and transition, build a foundation where people can thrive, and preserve dignity and respect for the most vulnerable.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Phoenix, AZ 85017
DATE POSTED
July 9, 2024
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Teaching / Instruction
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Adult Education
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Weekly visits, for a minimum of 3 months