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Published 1 month ago

Be a New Neighbor to a Refugee Youth in Chicago!

Exodus World Service
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Visit with a refugee student, walking beside them as a friend in their new community
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Immigrants or Refugees, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Language / Cultural Support Available
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation

    Description

    Be a New Neighbor to a Refugee Youth in Chicago!

    About

    Since 1988, Exodus World Service has mobilized the Christian community across Chicagoland to welcome and befriend refugees.

    Description

    As a New Neighbor for Youth, you can be a friend to a refugee student adjusting to life in the US. Resettled refugee kids face unique hurdles. Often, they need to learn a new language and culture in addition to school subjects. Volunteers help with this adjustment through friendship, mentorship, and encouragement.

    Details

    New Neighbor for Youth volunteers visit a refugee student in their home once a week for 3 months, walking beside them as a friend in their new community. You can volunteer as an individual, family, small group, or church, and training is provided.

    Volunteers should be able to regularly commute to Chicago's far northside neighborhoods (West Ridge, Rogers Park). Scheduling is flexible to your availability, and no additional language skills are required.

    Location

    On-site
    Chicago, IL, USA
    Directions

    Volunteers will visit a refugee student at their home, typically located in Chicago's far northside neighborhoods (West Ridge, Rogers Park).

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    To apply to volunteer, please:

    1) Visit this webpage to review available opportunities

    2) Click "Take the Next Step"

    3) After submitting an application, a representative will be in contact with you shortly about next steps

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