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InterFaith Works is a non-profit organization based in Syracuse, NY that provides help and resources to refugees globally[1] who are fleeing to the Central New York region from war, persecution and famine.
Programs[edit]
Center for New Americans[edit]
The agency works to resettle refugees from the Middle East, Asia, Africa[2], and other regions and help them integrate into their new communities by providing English classes, employment preparation, medical case management, mental health services, cultural orientation, referrals and community navigation services.
Center for Dialogue and Action[edit]
Bishop Colette Matthews-Carter leads this program which is an effort to encourage dialogue on racism, race relations and healing to build understanding across racial, ethnic, religious and community differences. The Community-Wide Dialogue to End Racism is the most long-lasting dialogue of its kind initiating discussion for the last 25 years.
Center for Healthy Aging[edit]
This center serves older adults, caregivers who need a break, elder refugees, and active older adults looking for service opportunities to promote activity, socialization and lifelong learning to help older adults live well and age with dignity.
History[edit]
The organization was founded in 1976[3] to begin building understanding across racial divides driven by civil rights activity and had heightened after the 9/11 terrorist attacks continuing to serve as a vehicle of hate. InterFaith Works strives to bridge the religions of Catholics, Protestants, Jews, Muslims[4], Sikhs, Buddhists, Mormons and other faith groups to unite cultures.
Mission Statement[edit]
InterFaith Works affirms the dignity of each person and every faith tradition,[5] builds racial and religious equity, and creates bridges of understanding among us.[5]
Committed to Organizational Diversity[edit]
The organization believes that it is critical that its Board of Directors[6] and leaders reflect its core values and diversity of the people that
1010 James St, Syracuse NY Location[2]
InterFaith Works serves the following counties: Cayuga, Onondaga, and Oswego.
Today[edit]
InterFaith Works executes multiple social service programs to address the needs of vulnerable, low-income[7], targets of oppression, and refugees arriving through resettlement programs, fleeing war, political repression, and famine. These programs are meant to serve the community and address the needs of vulnerable populations such as hunger and housing to promote the racial and religious diversity of the region.
The agency actively works with programs associated with Syracuse University[8]. In December of 2023, the two collaborated on InterFaith Works’ holiday clothing drive in which Syracuse put out flyers and notices to students making the charitable drive public. InterFaith Works also has hosted refugee education classes[9] including courses on interviewing for jobs.
References[edit]
- ^ "InterFaith Works taking holiday gift baskets for resettled refugees". WAER. 2023-11-28. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
- ^ a b "InterFaith Works of Central New York". www.211cny.com. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
- ^ "InterFaith Works of Central New York Inc - GuideStar Profile". www.guidestar.org. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
- ^ "How SU can join rest of Syracuse community in helping Afghan refugees". The Daily Orange. 2021-09-14. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
- ^ a b "CNY Inspirations: Begin with equanimity and loving-kindness". Syracuse.com. 2024-02-18. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
- ^ "Interfaith Works receives funding for new refugee transition home". WSYR. 2024-03-27. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
- ^ Duncan, Brenda (2023-09-27). "Company news: Serena K. Jackson of InterFaith Works earns CNY ATD scholarship". Syracuse.com. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
- ^ Grabowski, Christine (2024-01-16). "Operation Orange Warmup: Collecting Winter Coats to Benefit Local Community". SU News. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
- ^ Interfaith Works helps refugees prepare for job interviews. Retrieved 2024-03-28 – via www.youtube.com.