Asian Association of Utah

Refugees come to Utah from around the world, fleeing conflict, genocide, ethnic cleansing, religious persecution, and extreme poverty.  Many of them live through unimaginable experiences and loss.  When they arrive in the U.S., the hard work is far from over--it takes years to learn a new language and culture, become self-sufficient, and integrate into their new communities

As they work to rebuild their lives, RIC-AAU walks with them.  Every day we see the illiterate write their own names for the first time.  We see refugees interviewing for jobs with confidence.  We see smiles on faces of families who have lost everything.  We support them through English classes, counseling, job coaching, parenting classes, emergency assistance, education for their children, and most importantly through giving them a place to go where they can trust they will find the help they need.  We believe that if clients have:

1. Stablity in Meeting Basic Needs

2. Knowledge and Tools to Navigate Systems

3. Meaningful Connection to Community

4. Educational and Vocational Opportunities that Foster Intergenerational Prosperity

They will succeed!