RESOURCES TO LEARN MORE, STAY INFORMED AND GET INVOLVED
Saint Louis Mosaic Project https://www.stlmosaicproject.o...
The St. Louis Mosaic Project is a regional initiative within the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership and the World Trade Center St. Louis. St. Louis aims to be a cultural mosaic because this community believes that immigrants invigorate its region. We want to share our community with its great neighborhoods, outstanding schools, plus some of the best hospitals and cultural destinations in the world.
International Institute Saint Louis https://www.iistl.org
The International Institute is St. Louis’ welcoming center for new Americans. Our mission is to help immigrants and their families become productive Americans and champion ethnic diversity as a cultural and economic strength.
Welcoming America https://www.welcomingamerica.o...
Welcoming America leads a movement of inclusive communities becoming more prosperous by making everyone feel like they belong. We believe that all people, including immigrants, are valued contributors who are vital to the success of our communities and shared future.
Read this NPR News article: 2018 Was A Year Of Drastic Cuts To U.S. Refugee Admissions
https://www.npr.org/2018/12/27/680308538/2018-was-a-year-of-drastic-cuts-to-u-s-refugee-admissions
Write to your congressional representative to advocate for an increase in US refugee admissions.
https://www.house.gov/represen...
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Donations to support the School and New Americans
To support the New American families and students within the St. Louis Public Schools, tax-deductible donations can be made to the St. Louis Public Schools Foundation. 100% of the donations will be used to support programs for New American students and their families. Donations can be made by visiting: this link or mailing a check to St. Louis Public Schools Foundation, 801 N. 11th Street, St. Louis, MO 63101. Please indicate in the memo of the check, or notes section of online donation that funds are for New American students. To discuss a gift, you can reach Jane Donahue @ the SLPS Foundation, 314.331.6175.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
Welcoming America https://welcomingamerica.kindf...
International Rescue Comittee https://www.rescue.org/
The IRC responds to some of the world's worst crises, delivering aid that saves lives while paving the way for long-term recovery.
UNHCR https://www.unhcr.org/en-us/
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced communities and stateless people.
Refugee Resettlement Program https://www.acf.hhs.gov/orr
The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) helps new populations maximize their potential in the United States by linking them to critical resources that assist them in becoming integrated members of American society