​WHO WE ARE

We are a collaborative of individuals, community leaders, organizations and companies who strengthen refugee resettlement resources in the Treasure Valley. 

​GET INVOLVED

Focus Areas & Volunteer Opportunities

• Housing
• Health
• Social Integration
• Education
• Employment
  

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Meet our Partners

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​IDAHO'S HERITAGE

Our state’s early pioneers came to Idaho for many of the same reasons modern-day refugees do: to escape persecution and war, to raise their families in freedom and peace, and for opportunities to achieve their dreams. Refugees arriving in Idaho have been forced to flee their homes due to persecution based on their religion, race, nationality, or social or political group, and are unable to return. Boise provides a home to some of these refugees. They become part of our community and make many economic, social, and cultural contributions. Their stories and heritage are rich. Just like yours.

EVENTS

Every Third Tuesday: Tidwell Social Work Multicultural Community Dinner at the Global Lounge Commons.

​Jan. 24 & 25: Community open house feedback sessions and light dinner at the WaterShed in Boise.

Feb. 22 & 23, 2023: Idaho Conference on Refugees

​Saturday, Feb. 25: Health Fair at the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine

Tuesday afternoons: Young Adult After-School Program at the English Language Center

CALENDAR

​UPDATES

The House Your Neighbor toolkit is now online! A project of the Neighbors United Housing Task Force to empower network members to build awareness and education around housing for refugee neighbors.
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College students from refugee backgrounds in Idaho are invited to apply to become a One Refugee scholar. The program offers financial and community support. 

The Idaho Office for Refugees welcomes Dave Morris, formerly with the YMCA, as Resettlement Services Manager. 

New: Expansion of Health Promotion through CORE and NRC-RIM Partnership

Read the latest updates from the Community Coordination Meeting, hosted Nov. 15 by the Idaho Office for Refugees & resettlement partners. 
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UPDATES & RESOURCES