Resettlement Action DC (REACT DC)

🌸 Join the Common Threads Circle! 🌸 Northern Virginia Family Service’s Multicultural Center is partnering with the Common Threads Project to offer a new healing space for women. The Common Threads Circle is a supportive group designed for women who have experienced trauma, offering a safe space to connect and heal together. 🗓 Starting Date: October 15, 2024 🕙 When: Every Tuesday from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, through April 2025 📍 Where: Falls Church, VA (in-person) This group will be conducted in English and is open to women who are seeking support and connection. If you’re interested in participating, please call the Intake and Referral Line at 571-748-2818 and mention your interest in the Common Threads Circle. Let’s come together, share our stories, and heal through the power of community. 💕 #CommonThreads #WomenSupport #HealingJourney #FallsChurchVA #TraumaSupport #CommunityHealing

FYI! Intakes must be completed by 29 Sep 2024. Please contact [email protected] or 571-241-4822 to get started.

🌟 Earlier this month, our REACTwomen's program hosted a fantastic monthly event and diaper distribution! 🌟 Our topic for the day was "Introduction to Entrepreneurship," and we had amazing instructors on hand to discuss our upcoming cohorts. We were also thrilled to welcome students from The Potomac School who joined us for their Community Action Day! A special thank you to the Begin Again Foundation for providing safe period products and to the Greater DC Diaper Bank for their generous donation of diapers and baby products. Your support makes a huge difference in the lives of the families we serve. 💪❤️ Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to get involved with our program! #REACTwomen #CommunitySupport #Entrepreneurship #GiveBack

REACT DC is thrilled to welcome home new arrivals, thanks to the incredible support of Private Sponsor Groups through the Welcome Corps! 🎉 These dedicated groups are making a lasting impact by helping refugees find their footing and thrive in their new communities. From providing essential resources to offering emotional support, they are ensuring that every newcomer feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to build a new life in the U.S. 🏠💙 You too can #BeAWelcomer! Join or form a Private Sponsor Group and become part of this life-changing experience. By stepping up, you'll be making a direct difference in the lives of refugees as they begin their new journey. 🌍 Email [email protected] or visit https://lnkd.in/eUaAMc2g to get started and learn more about how you can support those seeking safety and new opportunities. 💌 #WelcomeCorps #RefugeesWelcome #NewBeginnings #CommunitySupport #TogetherWeThrive #REACTDC #SponsorshipMatters

🌟 Become a Sponsor Circle Member with REACT DC! 🌟 Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of refugees and newcomers? REACT DC’s Sponsor Circle Program offers a wonderful opportunity to support individuals and families as they begin their new lives in the U.S. As a Sponsor Circle member, you can: 🏠 Provide Essential Support: Assist with finding and setting up safe and welcoming housing. 💼 Help with Job Placement: Support newcomers in securing employment and achieving economic stability. 🤝 Facilitate Community Integration: Guide them in connecting with local resources and integrating into the community. Your involvement, whether as an individual or part of a group, is crucial in helping refugees build a successful and fulfilling new life. By joining the Sponsor Circle, you’ll be making a profound impact on their journey. 🔗 Interested in getting involved? Visit: https://lnkd.in/eUaAMc2g 📧 For more information or to express your interest, contact us at: [email protected] Let’s come together to create a supportive and welcoming environment for those starting a new chapter. Your support can truly transform lives! #SponsorCircle #SupportRefugees #WelcomeNewcomers #REACTDC #CommunitySupport

🌟 Meet Jessica Cedillo, REACTlegal's Supervising Attorney 🌟 We’re proud to spotlight Jessica and the incredible work she does through our REACTlegal Clinic. At REACTlegal, we assist eligible Afghan arrivals with critical immigration services, including: 📄 I-485: Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status (SIV-based) 🛡️ I-589: Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal 👨👩👧👦 I-730: Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition 💼 I-765: Application for Employment Authorization 📝 DS-4317: New Parolee Form Learn more at www.reactdc.org/reactlegal, email [email protected], or call 571-241-4822. We're here to provide legal guidance and support for those building new lives in the U.S. 💙 #REACTlegal #LegalSupport #AfghanArrivals #Immigration #NewBeginnings #REACTDC

Important Update About the Future of ILSAA The Immigration Legal Services for Afghan Arrivals (ILSAA) project will continue accepting requests for legal services until midnight on September 29, 2024. ILSAA is funded by the U.S. Government, and this funding is available for a limited time. Here is what you need to know: If you are an Afghan Arrival needing legal assistance and have not yet contacted ILSAA, please do so by midnight on September 29, 2024. Email us at [email protected] or call us at 571-241-4822. If you have already contacted REACT DC, we will be in touch soon about next steps. Please be sure to check for messages from the REACT DC team. If you already have a REACT DC lawyer, please reach out to them with any questions. ILSAA has compiled a comprehensive list of national resources to assist with legal services, housing, health, benefits, education, and more: https://ilsaa.acf.hhs.gov. You can also contact your state refugee coordinator's office at any time with questions or for additional support: https://lnkd.in/geEmcJNn. We will keep you informed throughout the process. We appreciate your patience and flexibility during this time. Please contact REACTlegal at [email protected] or 571-241-4822 with any questions.

📢 Exciting News! REACT DC has received a transformative $100,000 donation from an anonymous donor to fully fund and staff our Private Sponsorship Program! 🙌 This incredible support empowers us to continue welcoming refugees to safety and helping them rebuild their lives here in the U.S. "Through private sponsorship, we're building a bridge of hope and resilience," said Sarah Cady, CEO of REACT DC. This gift will bring more refugees to safety and give sponsors the opportunity to make a lasting, life-changing impact. This donation is a game-changer, and we are so grateful for the generosity that makes this important work possible! 💙 Interested in learning more about how you can sponsor a refugee family? Visit https://lnkd.in/eUaAMc2g. #PrivateSponsorship #RefugeeResettlement #ThankYou #BeAWelcomer #REACTDC #RefugeesWelcome

🌟 Calling All U.S. Veterans & Active Duty Service Members! 🌟 The Welcome.us Veteran Sponsor Fund is now open, offering an incredible opportunity to sponsor Afghan allies through the Welcome Corps program. 🇦🇫🇺🇸 You can receive up to $5,820 to help welcome those who served alongside us! 🔹 Fund Details: • Receive up to $1,455 per refugee (up to 4 refugees). • Helps meet the $2,425 per refugee fundraising goal. 🔹 Eligibility: • U.S. veterans or active service members. • Sponsor an Afghan ally or family you personally know. 🔹 How to Apply: • Deadline: September 30 or until funds run out. • Form a sponsor group and submit your Welcome Corps application. 🔹 Why Get Involved? Provide critical support for an Afghan ally’s first 90 days in the U.S. and help them start a new life filled with hope and opportunity. 🔗 Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/g83q3PUY For questions, email [email protected]. Let’s unite to make a difference and offer a heartfelt welcome! 🤝🇺🇸 #WelcomeCorps #VeteranSponsorship #SupportRefugees #CommunityAction

🌍✨ Welcoming Refugees Weekly! ✨🌍 Our REACTsponsors Private Sponsor Groups have been hard at work, welcoming newcomers every week and helping them build a brighter future here in the U.S. With even more refugees scheduled to arrive in the coming weeks, we need your support to ensure they’re greeted with open arms. 💙 You can make a difference by becoming part of this life-changing journey! Form a Private Sponsor Group with friends, family, or your community and help refugees resettle, thrive, and find their new home. 🙌 Together, we can provide a warm welcome and a fresh start for those seeking refuge. Ready to get involved? You, too, can #BeAWelcomer! 👉 Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eUaAMc2g or email us at [email protected] to find out how you can join the REACTsponsors movement today. Let’s build a community of kindness, one newcomer at a time! 🫶 #RefugeesWelcome #BeAWelcomer #REACTDC #PrivateSponsorGroups