When a Tulsa synagogue approached HIAS to become a resettlement partner, it didn’t make immediate sense. But this inclusive, non-denominational Tulsa community works differently from most synagogue congregations.
Twenty years ago Inna Zubashko came to the U.S. from Ukraine. HIAS gave Inna the time and the tools to learn English and prepare for entering the workforce. Now she's giving back.
HIAS volunteer and English tutor Carol Barker has developed strong bonds with Larissa Lakouetene, a resettled refugee from the Central African Republic.
HIAS volunteers help with everything refugees and refugee seekers need to live stable lives, from providing for basic needs to career mentorship and English tutoring.
The recent Jews for Refugees Assembly in Salt Lake City helped people to learn more about refugee issues in their local area and to raise their voice together as part of the broader American Jewish movement for refugees.
