Extending a Bridge of Welcome to Afghans in the US
Are you looking for guidance and resources to help welcome Afghans to the US?
Do you find it difficult to navigate the logistics of being a welcomer?
Bridges USA exists to cut through the confusion of the resettlement process and offer organizational and cultural training to equip volunteers with hearts to serve.
Welcome to Bridges USA
Bridges USA is a network of experienced, qualified and caring people who are committed to welcoming the Afghans who are arriving here in the United States.
Bridges USA team members:
- Have years of experience welcoming Afghans right here to the United States and internationally.
- Have lived, worked and served in Afghanistan as a part of NGOs, the military, and various other organizations.
- Are uniquely qualified and recognized internationally in supporting successful Afghan resettlement.
A Place To Get Equipped to Engage
Receive training in processes and best practices
Gain understanding of our new neighbors’ journey, culture, language and needs
Access the Bridges USA database of vetted resources (legal assistance, housing, employment, language, culture, loving your neighbor)
How It Works
1. Register
Gain access to Bridges USA training materials and resources
2. Get Equipped
Be trained by experts through our Bridges USA video library
3. Become a Welcomer
Be empowered to connect with Afghans in your local community while having continued access to the Bridges USA network & resource database
We invite you to be a part of the Bridges USA network of welcomers who are extending the Bridge of welcome to our new Afghan neighbors in cities and communities across the United States.
Our hope is that Bridges USA will be a blessing to you to help you feel equipped, empowered and connected in your journey of welcoming Afghans.
Register Today
Please register for the Bridges USA Network. If you already have a username and password, please login.
Registration is free and the tools are open access. Our heart and desire is to empower, equip, engage and multiply effective Afghan welcomers. Once registered, you will have access to training videos on topics like:
The Resettlement Journey
An overview of how and why Afghans are coming to America, an explainer on resettlement agencies, and an interview with an Afghan family that has resettled to the United States
Becoming a Welcomer
An interview with Volunteers who have been welcoming Afghans for years, how to organize your welcome team and prepare for the different stages of resettlement, and how to overcome the language barrier
Getting to Know Your Neighbors
A deep dive into Afghan culture, how to honor your new neighbors in your interactions with them, and how to help Afghans coping with trauma
Email Us
Phone
(719) 318 – 6747