Invest in Refugee Potential

Hearing refugees' stories is important, but telling them what they can accomplish is different.

Lual Mayen, Former Refugee, CEO Junub Games
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Give Thanks and Break Bread November 26, 2020
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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women: Challenges and Responses Across West Africa and the Great Lakes November 25, 2020
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17,000 miles in solidarity – #40Miles4Refugees November 18, 2020
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OUR MISSION

JRS seeks to accompany, serve, and advocate the cause of refugees and other forcibly displaced people, that they may heal, learn, and determine their own future.

 

OUR PRIORITIES

Reconciliation In a spirit of welcome and hospitality, JRS works to create a communal expression of social cohesion and acceptance of refugees within society.
Reconciliation
Education JRS delivers quality education that fosters agency among forcibly displaced people, focused through the Global Education Initiative.
Education
Livelihoods JRS provides innovative programs and opportunities focused on empowerment, self-reliance, and sustainability.
Livelihoods
Advocacy JRS advocates for the rights of refugees.
Advocacy

   JRS/USA has been awarded the 2019 GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency.