Association of Africans Living in Vermont

The mission of AALV is to promote the equal opportunity, dignity, and self-sufficiency of refugee and immigrant individuals and families in Vermont, regardless of race, ethnic group, nationality, religious or political affiliation, or sexual orientation.

AALV serves refugees and immigrants from 35 different countries and all ages. New Americans in Vermont live primarily in the greater Burlington area, as well as in Washington and Windham Counties. We are concerned with affordable housing, maintaining our health, jobs with livable wages, and the well being of our children. We are proud to be united New Americans living in Vermont.