Refugee Resettlement Program at CSS of Southern AZ
Migration & Refugee Services (MRS), a program of Catholic Social Service, helps refugees, regardless of religious affiliation, achieve self-sufficiency & independence as quickly as possible after their arrival in Tucson, Arizona.
Description:
Imagine you had to leave your home suddenly, flee to another place for safety, and you were never allowed to return. Imagine you were sent to another country to live, but you didn't know the local language, the local customs, or how to find a job. Then imagine someone offered to help you learn the language, customs and helped you find a job and a place to live. How important would that person be to you?
What Volunteers Do
Volunteers help refugees achieve self-sufficiency & feel welcome in Tucson. They are the backbone of the MRS resettlement program. As a Mentor, English Tutor, or other type of contributor, volunteers provide immeasurable services to refugees. The volunteer can serve as the refugee's closest ally, advocate, and friend.
Why MRS Needs Volunteers
MRS needs volunteers because refugees have many critical needs upon their arrival to the U.S. & MRS has very limited resources. Volunteers make it possible for MRS to extend a helping hand for a longer period of time. They heighten the quality of care that refugees receive & enable MRS to serve more refugees in need. Volunteers are a part of the refugee solution worldwide. By assisting refugees locally you are making a difference globally!
Who can Volunteer?
The major qualification is a desire to reach out & help people in need. Depending on the position, some candidates are required to be age 18+, consent to a background check, &/or provide a copy of their driving records.
Individuals, schools, faith-based & community organizations are all encouraged to contact MRS to discuss how they can best help refugees.
Contact people:
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Sarae Kurth, Volunteer Coordinator, (520) 623-0344 x1055, (email)
Ferdinand Lossou, Program Director, (520) 623-0344 x1012, (email) |
Office fax number: (520) 770-8556
Languages Spoken: Arabic, English, French, Hindi, Iranian (Other), Karen languages, Nepali, Somali, Spanish, Swahili (generic)
Address:
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140 W Speedway, Suite 130Tucson, AZ 85705(See a map) |
Web Site: http://www.ccs-soaz.org/Catholic-Social-Service-Migration-and-Refugee-Services.html
Directions:
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We are located on Speedway between Stone & Main.
Our office building is next to Pima Community College's Downtown Campus.
Nearest Bus Stop: Route 4, 5, or 16 |
| Last updated on November 3, 2009 |
