Refugees need advocates who will come alongside them, welcome them into the community, help them build the confidence they need to speak up and reach out, and create friendships that foster assimilation so that individuals on both sides begin to see themselves as more alike than different.
What We Do
educate
Indy Internationals Refugee Services seeks to educate the community about the complexity of the refugee crisis through presentations, newsletters, and social media. SIGN UP for more information.
Mobilize
We're calling on our neighbors to join us as we advocate for refugees. Let us share in more detail about what we do and how you can make a direct impact on refugees.
english classes for women
We aid an underserved community of refugee women by offering English classes for beginner to advanced level speakers with no literacy required. Our classes build listening and speaking skills that develop conversation skills. Our group classes are offered free of charge; private tutoring may be available for a fee. Classes are open to women only and meet during school hours; younger children are welcome at most classes. Email our Director for a list of current classes (alicia@indyinternationals.org).
What Can You Do?
advocate
As you learn about refugees and their needs, be an advocate. Share or host a speaker at your church, school, or club. Help us by inviting others into this important work.
volunteer
Volunteers are trained to help us reach our mission of welcoming refugees through hospitality and community-building. Women are invited to participate in a weekly Conversation Club as well as monthly activities to engage and mentor refugee women and their families. No foreign language required!
start a conversation club
English Conversation Clubs are easy to host and we can provide all the training and teaching materials you need to launch a new group at your facility or a nearby apartment complex.
build bridges
Invite a refugee family to a meal, a ball game, or a playdate with the kids.