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12 Ways You Can Support Refugee Resettlement in Idaho

7/21/2023

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1) Attend an Event: From World Refugee Day to Welcoming Week to our annual resettlement conference, we've got you covered with our events calendar here! 

2) Volunteer & Donate: Visit www.idahorefugees.org/get-involved.html for details.

3) Global Talent: Use your expertise in your field to guide New Americans on their path to reclaim their careers.

4) Global Gardens: Buy produce from farmers from refugee backgrounds. 

5) English Language Center: Become a classroom volunteer working with new refugee arrivals in Boise.

6) Refugee Speakers Bureau: At your next event or conference, consider hiring a speaker from a refugee background. 

7) Tune In: Listen to and share our MOSAICS podcast of Idaho resettlement stories, join our newsletter, and follow our Community Calendar.


8) Refugee Appreciation Luncheon: Encourage your company to endorse this event, held each year at the Capitol during the legislative session, to show Idaho's appreciation of the contributions of New Americans in our state.

9) Join Neighbors United, a collective of companies, nonprofits and agencies in the Treasure Valley working toward solutions in areas including housing, transportation, and jobs, with a focus on the experiences of refugees

10) Housing: Encourage your networks (church, rotary club, etc.) to look into House Your Neighbor to see how you can help with housing solutions, such as co-signing for a new family who doesn't have a credit score or rental history yet.

11) Become an Annual Sponsor: Encourage your company to become an annual sponsor of Idaho Office for Refugees' outreach events to strengthen, educate, empower, and connect communities. Contact: Whitney Alsallum, [email protected]

12) Welcome Corps: Consider forming a private sponsor group to welcome refugees and help them navigate their first 90 days.

Thank you for your interest! Whatever it is you feel led to do, know that your actions and kindness make a huge difference in the lives of those who are new here. 
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'Once Upon a Time' shares moments of growing up amid war

7/11/2023

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Award-winning Iraqi-American artist Luma Jasim presented a live painting and storytelling performance this year accompanied by original music from Ryan Garrett. Luma shared powerful moments from her childhood growing up amid war.

Luma has been working with local youth to teach stop-motion animations, which were displayed during her May 4th performance at the Linen Building. More student workshops will take place this month with our summer program.

Our deepest gratitude to Luma and Ryan and to Doris Duke Charitable Foundation for grant support. Photos by Gracieux Baraka. Video by Özgür Seyben with editing by Tandem Lens.
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Welcome to new Housing Specialist, Terry Graves

7/6/2023

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The Idaho Office for Refugees is pleased to welcome Terry Graves to the new role of Housing Specialist. Terry will work closely with our partners to identify housing opportunities for arriving families and individuals to afford them the best possible start in their new American life. 

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World Refugee Day - Thank You!

7/6/2023

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World Refugee Day Boise was a beautiful celebration of culture and humanity. Thank you to everyone who joined us as a guest, performer, vendor, volunteer, and partner.

Thank you to our generous sponsors, to our co-organizer: Agency for New Americans and IRC Boise; to our team of volunteers; and to Capital City Public Market, our wonderful neighbor for the event.

Photography by Cat Wheaton (@theloveclub_boise). Find more photos on the World Refugee Day Boise Facebook page. 
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  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • Who We Are
    • Our Programs
    • Resettlement in Idaho
    • Resettlement Process
    • Contact Us
  • EVENTS
    • Calendar
    • World Refugee Day
    • Culinary Experiences
    • Community Coordination Meetings
    • NW Conference on Resettlement
    • Idaho Appreciation Lunch
  • RESOURCES
    • Resettlement & Partner Agencies
    • Idaho Resource Guide
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • English Language Center
    • Neighbors United
    • Transportation
    • Nutrition Programs
    • Ukraine
    • Afghan Placement & Assistance
  • GET INVOLVED
    • Volunteer
    • Donate
    • Job Openings
    • Blog
    • Newsletter
    • Let's Connect
  • Refugee Speakers Bureau
  • Podcast