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Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of immigrant youth? Do you have language skills that can bridge communication gaps and foster connections? If so, we invite you to join our Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program as a volunteer mentor! This is a virtual opportunity, but mentors must live in the United States. The Challenge Young individuals who arrive in the United States as refugees or immigrants have experienced prolonged periods of displacement. Challenges such as limited English proficiency and a lack of social connections often lead to these youth and young adults not finishing their education. These difficulties are made more intense by the personal experiences and traumas they've gone through, which can hinder their ability to integrate into their new communities. Our Solution To address the unique obstacles faced by refugee youth, Many Languages One Voice (MLOV)'s Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program pairs eligible mentees (ages 15-24) with positive adult mentors. By connecting refugee youth with caring and supportive mentors from their own community, youth gain crucial assistance and nurturing that ultimately aids in their social integration and pursuit of their future goals. Your Responsibilities: Mentorship: Build meaningful relationships with immigrant youth, offering guidance, support, and encouragement as they navigate life in a new culture. Speaking to Parents: As needed, engage with parents/guardians to discuss program goals, address concerns, and create a supportive network for the immigrant youth. Weekly Virtual Sessions: Meet with your mentee once a week for an hour for 12 weeks Your Qualifications: Ideally, have completed at least some college/university/trade school/professional school Ideally, conversationally fluent in a language other than English (Spanish, French, Amharic, and Ukrainian especially) Live in the United States and ideally, reside in the D.C. metro area At least 19 years old Culturally sensitive, open to learning, desire to support youth and young adults Applications for mentors will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. This is a virtual opportunity, but mentors must live in the United States. If you are interested in being a mentor please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/GpWc9ab5fNakH1Qv5.
Date Posted: Feb 4, 2025
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Washington, DC 20009
Are you a Dari-speaker who's passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of immigrant youth? If so, we invite you to join our Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program as a volunteer mentor! The Challenge Young individuals who arrive in the United States as refugees or immigrants have experienced prolonged periods of displacement. Challenges such as limited English proficiency and a lack of social connections often lead to these youth and young adults not finishing their education. These difficulties are made more intense by the personal experiences and traumas they've gone through, which can hinder their ability to integrate into their new communities. Our Solution To address the unique obstacles faced by refugee youth, Many Languages One Voice (MLOV)'s Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program pairs eligible mentees (ages 15-24) with positive adult mentors. By connecting refugee youth with caring and supportive mentors from their own community, youth gain crucial assistance and nurturing that ultimately aids in their social integration and pursuit of their future goals. Your Responsibilities: Mentorship: Build meaningful relationships with immigrant youth, offering guidance, support, and encouragement as they navigate life in a new culture. Speaking to Parents: As needed, engage with parents/guardians to discuss program goals, address concerns, and create a supportive network for the immigrant youth. Weekly Virtual Sessions: Meet with your mentee once a week for an hour for 12 weeks Your Qualifications: Ideally, have completed at least some college/university/trade school/professional school Ideally, conversationally fluent in a language other than English (particularly Spanish, French, Amharic, Dari, and Ukrainian) Live in the United States and ideally, reside in the D.C. metro area At least 19 years old Culturally sensitive, open to learning, desire to support youth and young adults Applications for mentors will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. This is a virtual opportunity, but mentors must live in the United States. If you are interested in being a mentor please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/GpWc9ab5fNakH1Qv5.
Date Posted: Feb 4, 2025
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Are you a French-speaker who's passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of immigrant youth? If so, we invite you to join our Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program as a volunteer mentor! The Challenge Young individuals who arrive in the United States as refugees or immigrants have experienced prolonged periods of displacement. Challenges such as limited English proficiency and a lack of social connections often lead to these youth and young adults not finishing their education. These difficulties are made more intense by the personal experiences and traumas they've gone through, which can hinder their ability to integrate into their new communities. Our Solution To address the unique obstacles faced by refugee youth, Many Languages One Voice (MLOV)'s Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program pairs eligible mentees (ages 15-24) with positive adult mentors. By connecting refugee youth with caring and supportive mentors from their own community, youth gain crucial assistance and nurturing that ultimately aids in their social integration and pursuit of their future goals. Your Responsibilities: Mentorship: Build meaningful relationships with immigrant youth, offering guidance, support, and encouragement as they navigate life in a new culture. Speaking to Parents: As needed, engage with parents/guardians to discuss program goals, address concerns, and create a supportive network for the immigrant youth. Weekly Virtual Sessions: Meet with your mentee once a week for an hour for 12 weeks Your Qualifications: Ideally, have completed at least some college/university/trade school/professional school Ideally, conversationally fluent in a language other than English (particularly Spanish, French, Amharic, and Ukrainian) Live in the United States and ideally, reside in the D.C. metro area At least 19 years old Culturally sensitive, open to learning, desire to support youth and young adults Applications for mentors will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. This is a virtual opportunity, but mentors must live in the United States. If you are interested in being a mentor please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/GpWc9ab5fNakH1Qv5.
Date Posted: Feb 4, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Have Spanish-language skills that can connect with recently-arrived youth? Want to give back to the next generation? If so, we invite you to join our Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program as a volunteer mentor! This is a virtual opportunity, but mentors must live in the United States. The Challenge Young individuals who arrive in the United States as refugees or immigrants have experienced prolonged periods of displacement. Challenges such as limited English proficiency and a lack of social connections often lead to these youth and young adults not finishing their education. These difficulties are made more intense by the personal experiences and traumas they've gone through, which can hinder their ability to integrate into their new communities. Our Solution To address the unique obstacles faced by refugee youth, Many Languages One Voice (MLOV)'s Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program pairs eligible mentees (ages 15-24) with positive adult mentors. By connecting refugee youth with caring and supportive mentors from their own community, youth gain crucial assistance and nurturing that ultimately aids in their social integration and pursuit of their future goals. Your Responsibilities: Mentorship: Build meaningful relationships with immigrant youth, offering guidance, support, and encouragement as they navigate life in a new culture. Speaking to Parents: As needed, engage with parents/guardians to discuss program goals, address concerns, and create a supportive network for the immigrant youth. Weekly Virtual Sessions: Meet with your mentee once a week for an hour for 12 weeks Your Qualifications: Ideally, have completed at least some college/university/trade school/professional school Ideally, conversationally fluent in a language other than English (particularly Spanish, French, Amharic, and Ukrainian) Live in the United States and ideally, reside in the D.C. metro area At least 19 years old Culturally sensitive, open to learning, desire to support youth and young adults Applications for mentors will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. This is a virtual opportunity, but mentors must live in the United States. If you are interested in being a mentor please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/GpWc9ab5fNakH1Qv5.
Date Posted: Feb 4, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Washington, DC 20009
Are you an Amharic-speaker who's passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of immigrant youth? If so, we invite you to join our Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program as a volunteer mentor! The Challenge Young individuals who arrive in the United States as refugees or immigrants have experienced prolonged periods of displacement. Challenges such as limited English proficiency and a lack of social connections often lead to these youth and young adults not finishing their education. These difficulties are made more intense by the personal experiences and traumas they've gone through, which can hinder their ability to integrate into their new communities. Our Solution To address the unique obstacles faced by refugee youth, Many Languages One Voice (MLOV)'s Immigrant Youth Mentorship Program pairs eligible mentees (ages 15-24) with positive adult mentors. By connecting refugee youth with caring and supportive mentors from their own community, youth gain crucial assistance and nurturing that ultimately aids in their social integration and pursuit of their future goals. Your Responsibilities: Mentorship: Build meaningful relationships with immigrant youth, offering guidance, support, and encouragement as they navigate life in a new culture. Speaking to Parents: As needed, engage with parents/guardians to discuss program goals, address concerns, and create a supportive network for the immigrant youth. Weekly Virtual Sessions: Meet with your mentee once a week for an hour for 12 weeks Your Qualifications: Ideally, have completed at least some college/university/trade school/professional school Ideally, conversationally fluent in a language other than English (particularly Spanish, French, Amharic, and Ukrainian) Live in the United States and ideally, reside in the D.C. metro area At least 19 years old Culturally sensitive, open to learning, desire to support youth and young adults Applications for mentors will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. This is a virtual opportunity, but mentors must live in the United States. If you are interested in being a mentor please fill out this Google Form: https://forms.gle/GpWc9ab5fNakH1Qv5.
Date Posted: Feb 4, 2025
