Friends of Refugees

We are a faith-based nonprofit empowering refugees in Metro Atlanta.

We focus on the long-term skills and relationships families need for healthy integration into American life. These services continue long after they arrive in America.

All of our programs incorporate trauma-informed practices to support ongoing mental health and recovery.

We believe every refugee man, woman, and child, of any faith or background, is sacred and worthy of our friendship and support.

As Americans, we believe life in our country is enriched when we welcome the vibrant cultures and hardworking spirits embodied by New Americans.

While we are faith-based, we welcome all faiths–or none at all–and there are no religious requirements to receive our services or to serve alongside us.

While every program is unique in its delivery, the foundation of all our work is built on Friends of Refugees’ core values, which come from Christian community development principles .

We seek to model Christ’s love by investing in relationships with those we serve and work alongside.

We seek to treat all people, as bearers of the image of God, with dignity and worth. Everyone has something to give, and to learn from one another.

We prioritize initiatives that empower individuals and their families to create opportunities for self-sufficiency, as well as contribute to the well-being of their neighbors and communities.