Empower Refugee Women.

Empower Refugee Women.

Vocational Training for Refugee Women in Charlotte, NC

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Make Welcome Stocking Project 2024

Each year, we offer a "earn while you learn" unit for our level 2 seamstresses. In this unit, students learn how to read order slips,... Read More "Make Welcome Stocking Project 2024"

Want to learn more about refugees?

The Church is called to serve and welcome the vulnerable. But what does that mean when it comes to refugees? We'd love to come and... Read More "Want to learn more about refugees?"

Learning to See with Compassion

"...a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him." (Luke 10:33b) How often do we... Read More "Learning to See with Compassion"

Sewing Workshop Fundraiser April 2024

When - April 27th + May 4th 9:30 am -12:30 pm**This is a two day class. You will register once and that claims your spot... Read More "Sewing Workshop Fundraiser April 2024"

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Vocational Training, Mentorship & Employment Opportunities for Refugee Women in Charlotte, North Carolina

Refugee women in the Charlotte metro area face many hurdles to productive employment, including childcare needs & transportation issues. But one of the biggest hurdles is lack of vocational training opportunities geared towards the unique needs of these women. Make Welcome Refugee Women’s Center is a holistic program designed to equip refugee women with the needed tools to find sustainable work opportunities and build social capital in Charlotte, NC.

We do this work through:

  • Providing welcoming community through art events, cultural exchanges and friendship building 
  • Enabling to thrive in the United States through vocational training, job skills building and English tutoring 
  • Giving hope for the future through mental health support and practical care in navigating American culture