Refugee
What is Refugee?
ATTENTION! Due to recent orders that came with the administration change, Lutheran Services Carolinas is no longer receiving refugees for resettlement for the foreseeable future. Unfortunately, this means that at the moment there are no volunteer openings with our program. Our program directors are working hard to find more opportunities for you to serve, but please expect a long wait time if you choose to sign up at this time. Thank you for understanding.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of refugees resettling in the Carolinas! In partnership with Lutheran Services Carolinas, we are offering an online service opportunity where you can provide crucial support to refugee families as they adjust to their new lives.
If you have skills in languages such as Spanish, French, Arabic, or Farsi, your abilities will be particularly valuable. However, foreign language experience is not a requirement—what matters most is your willingness to connect and make a real difference. Whether you're a student looking for meaningful volunteer work or someone passionate about community service, this is your chance to contribute to a worthy cause.
Be a part of Refugee and help us build a welcoming community where every refugee feels supported and empowered.
We offer two different programs you can get involved in:
Bilingual Buddy
You can work with refugee children or adults. The goal is to meet for two hours a week, but we understand that schedules may not align at times. Continually striving to meet this goal is what we ask. The two hours may consist of a prepared lesson-style meeting or simply answering questions refugees may have about living in the US, schoolwork, etc.
Culture Orientation
The goal is to meet for an hour a week, but we understand that schedules may not align at times. Continually striving to meet this goal is what we ask of our volunteers. You'll be given resources that can be used to guide discussions and answer questions the refugee(s) may have.
How do I get involved?
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Volunteer Description:
Serve remotely in some of the following ways -
• tutor young students
• teach English to families
• mentor individuals as they navigate a new culture
• offer vital translation services
Volunteer Commitment:
Please contact the program at refugee@byu.edu for details about the length of service.
To Sign Up:
Each volunteer must complete a sign-up and a survey as well as the corresponding training found in the forms to start volunteering.
Also email us with your BYU email to join our Microsoft Teams chat and hear updates about our monthly meetings and ask any questions about the program!
Contact Info
Being part of Refugee bettered my life... I was able to become friends with individuals who fled from their homelands seeking refuge here; their beautiful cultures and inspiring stories pricked my heart.