We can address the growing refugee crisis by extending friendship and help to our new neighbors, displaced by war and hardship.
We can address the growing refugee crisis by extending friendship and help to our new neighbors, displaced by war and hardship.
WHO WE ARE
Our group began at the grassroots, with a handful of neighbors: those who volunteered in refugee camps in Europe, others who teach human rights and those who simply believe in solidarity with people in need. Since we started our weekly vigil in Summer 2016, we have been collaborating with individuals and organizations to speak out for refugees abroad and provide support for those resettled here in New Jersey.
CONTACT USWHO WE ARE
Our group began at the grassroots, with a handful of neighbors: those who volunteered in refugee camps in Europe, others who teach human rights and those who simply believe in solidarity with people in need. Since we started our weekly vigil in Summer 2016, we have been collaborating with individuals and organizations to speak out for refugees abroad and provide support for those being resettled here in New Jersey.
CONTACT USOur goal is to provide a friendly presence, act as cultural liaisons, and make a difference for human rights by aiding families who have survived the worst forms of inhumanity.
WHAT WE DO
As a number of non-profit organizations take on the brunt of resettlement services, our group works to fundraise, advocate for change and provide unique services for resettled refugees, like free English tutoring at home. We work with other human rights organizations, faith groups and members of the local Syrian community. What started as a few people holding a banner once a week has become a center for outreach, organizing and connecting.
LEARN MOREOur goal is to provide a friendly presence, act as cultural liaisons, and make a difference for human rights by aiding families who have survived the worst forms of inhumanity.
WHAT WE DO
As various non-profit organizations take on the brunt of resettlement services, our group works to fundraise, advocate for change and provide unique services for resettled refugees, like free English tutoring at home. We work with other human rights organizations, faith groups and members of the local Syrian community. What started as a few people holding a banner once a week has become a center for outreach, organizing and connecting.
LEARN MOREThe most important resource we have is the willingness to help; all talents, materials, work, and connections can be put to good use as long as we remain determined to help people in need and make a difference.
The most important resource we have is willingness to help. All talents can be put to good use as long as we remain determined to help people in need.
GET INVOLVED
You’ve seen the videos of the war, of the fleeing families, of the injured children. And you’ve heard the hateful rhetoric against immigrants… Now, it’s time to do something. We are eager to help people in our community find the best way for them to contribute; all skills are needed. By getting involved as a JCVR volunteer you can: Meet refugee advocates and like-minded people in the area; Become an English tutor for a refugee family; Start a tutoring program in your area of expertise; Connect with clothing and school supply drives; Find out about larger NJ-based non-profits; Help plan an event to support refugees; Stay updated on the needs of local refugee families.
VOLUNTEER WITH USGET INVOLVED
You’ve seen the videos of the war, of the fleeing families, of the injured children. And you’ve heard the hateful rhetoric against immigrants… Now, it’s time to do something. We are eager to help people in our community find the best way for them to contribute; all skills are needed. By getting involved as a JCVR volunteer you can: Meet refugee advocates and like-minded people in the area; Become an English tutor for a refugee family; Start a tutoring program in your area of interest; Connect with clothing and school supply drives; Find out about larger NJ-based non-profits; Help plan an event to support refugees; Stay updated on the needs of local refugee families.
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