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Friendship Partner

World Relief DuPage/Aurora
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Carol Stream, IL
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Commitment Details:
    A time commitment of four hours or more a month for 6 months
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Immigrants or Refugees
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Loneliness is one of the greatest challenges refugees and immigrants face in America, so good friends are greatly needed. As a Friendship Partner, you’ll get to know an individual/family and help them navigate life in America.

    This may involve activities like practicing English, exploring your community together, reading through mail and papers that come home from school, and so much more. Volunteers provide friendship with an emphasis on cultural awareness and practical support focused on empowerment and self-sufficiency. This is a great opportunity to learn about the cultural adjustment process firsthand and experience transformation in your life as well.

    Friendship Partners commit to meeting regularly for 6 months, spending about four hours or more together each month. Training is provided.

    Location

    On-site
    Carol Stream, Illinois, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    We will reach out to you with next steps once we have received your application. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to VolunteerChicagoland@WR.org. Thank you for your interest!

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