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15 people are interested
Refugee/new Immigrant Befriender
ORGANIZATION: Utah Health and Human Rights
Please visit the new page to apply.
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15 people are interested
Directly assist Utah Health and Human Rights individuals resettle and adjust to life in Utah by becoming their friend! Befrienders mentor UHHR individuals (refugees/new immigrants) and help them learn about American culture, develop skills for daily tasks in Utah and gain access to public resources. Example free or low cost activities of befrienders and UHHR individuals include public library visits, public art or music events, navigating trips on the TRAX, visits to the farmers market, etc. Approximately 6-8 hours a month commitment for 4 month minimum.
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About Utah Health and Human Rights
Location:
Salt Lake City, 650 East 4500 South, Murray, UT 84107, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Utah Health & Human Rights (UHHR) is to promote the health and well-being of the world’s torture survivors. At the core of torture, the trust between two human beings is destroyed. Our services focus on restoring trust and helping a survivor rebuild emotional, physical, social, and spiritual bonds. Our work also aims to prevent the effects of intergenerational trauma.
Description
The goal of our program is to help torture survivors and their families heal from the consequences of torture by improving their physical, social, and emotional health through integrated and holistic direct services ana advocacy.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Utah Health and Human Rights225 S. 200 E. Ste 250Salt Lake City, UT 84111
DATE POSTED
August 31, 2016
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18