This program is focused on newly arrived Afghan families who are desperately in need of emotional support from the community, helpful guidance, and referral services. A strong team of volunteers have been networking to lead and manage this effort through which many families received some relief and assistance when they needed it the most! Above all they got the message that we exist in the area, care for their well-being and welcome them to their new lives.
AAWA within its capacity has welcomed newcomer families to the Afghan community in the area and has offered some basic support by finding volunteers to arrange for home visits, and help with family’s needs related to school issues, housing application, translation, cultural interpretations, parenting, budgeting, job search, health and nutrition. A-AWA was approached by mainstream community organizations (more since 2016) to help with a wave of new Afghan refugees. A-AWA is especially working with the women in these families trying to support their smooth adaptation and settlement. Back in September 2014, in partnership with LSS/NCA, a new support group was formed for newcomer families that ran until mid-2015. Currently, AAWA offers services based upon requests received. These services depend on volunteer’s availability.
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