COVID-19 Response
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The Agency for New Americans' office has been closed the last few weeks to support our communities in minimizing the spread of COVID-19. The Agency will be opening on June 1st and half of the staff will be allowed in the office at one time. The office will be open to the public on June 15th. During this time clients are able to come to the office by appointment only and with new protection standards.
Individuals that will not be allowed in the office include:
To contact us, please leave a message at 208-955-0160. All messages will be directed to the appropriate staff member within 48 hours. We are proud of our communities for joining us in taking preventative measures, thank you! |
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RESETTLEMENT. SELF-SUFFICIENCY. INTEGRATION. |
Here to Serve
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The Agency for New Americans (ANA) is here to help refugees achieve self-sufficiency in their new lives by providing the skills, education, and support necessary during their resettlement period.
Our mission is to improve the educational, social and economic well-being of new Americans and communities in which they live by creating individual, agency and public/private partnerships. |
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Providing a message from our parent organization, Jannus:
COMMUNITY STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
We at Jannus join with caring people in our community and across the nation who are outraged and saddened by the deaths of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and countless others who have lost their lives to systemic racism. We are heartbroken that Black Idahoans who are our colleagues, neighbors and fellow citizens are frequently demeaned, threatened and physically harmed.
Jannus operates with an inherent belief and profound desire that every individual be treated with dignity and respect. For too long, Black people and other people of color have lived in a system that neither serves nor protects. This must change. We all must do our part.
Systemic racism faced by Black people and other people of color that we serve undermines our goals in public health and human services, whether its access to housing, education and dignified employment for our newest neighbors; the availability of safe child care and heathy food for our children; stigma-free access to mental and behavioral healthcare; hotline services; preventing predatory lending; and others.
Jannus is committed to centering race equity and inclusion in our own operations, recognizing this is an ongoing and critical process for accountability to the people and communities we serve and to the people we employ.
We all have a role to play in creating a more equitable community, rich with inclusion for the underserved, respect and support for those who protect and serve, and civility and kindness for everyone.
Karan Tucker and Stephanie Bender-Kitz
Executive Director (Shared Leadership)
www.jannus.org
1607 W. Jefferson Street / Boise, ID 83702
208.336.5533
COMMUNITY STATEMENT OF SUPPORT
We at Jannus join with caring people in our community and across the nation who are outraged and saddened by the deaths of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and countless others who have lost their lives to systemic racism. We are heartbroken that Black Idahoans who are our colleagues, neighbors and fellow citizens are frequently demeaned, threatened and physically harmed.
Jannus operates with an inherent belief and profound desire that every individual be treated with dignity and respect. For too long, Black people and other people of color have lived in a system that neither serves nor protects. This must change. We all must do our part.
Systemic racism faced by Black people and other people of color that we serve undermines our goals in public health and human services, whether its access to housing, education and dignified employment for our newest neighbors; the availability of safe child care and heathy food for our children; stigma-free access to mental and behavioral healthcare; hotline services; preventing predatory lending; and others.
Jannus is committed to centering race equity and inclusion in our own operations, recognizing this is an ongoing and critical process for accountability to the people and communities we serve and to the people we employ.
We all have a role to play in creating a more equitable community, rich with inclusion for the underserved, respect and support for those who protect and serve, and civility and kindness for everyone.
Karan Tucker and Stephanie Bender-Kitz
Executive Director (Shared Leadership)
www.jannus.org
1607 W. Jefferson Street / Boise, ID 83702
208.336.5533
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AdvocacyYour voice matters! While Boise is a welcoming city for refugees, we still have work to do. Here are some ways you can stand up and advocate for refugees
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Refugees Welcome Here T-shirts are in!
Make a statement with your shirt and support ANA. Buy them here! You can pick your new shirt up at ANA's office during regular business hours. |
Building CommunityThe community of Boise, Idaho has made a commitment to welcoming refugees through its impressive Refugee Resource Strategic Community Plan.
Episcopal Migration Ministries' affiliate partners at the Agency for New Americans have partnered with city agencies, transportation officials, health care providers and many other stakeholders to adopt a model of communication and creative problem solving that is benefiting the entire community. |
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REACH Youth Mentoring Program
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The Refugees Empowered to Achieve (REACH) Program gives our community the unique opportunity to mentor refugee youth ages 15-24 on a consistent basis.
As a mentor, you commit to spending 4-6 hours per month during which you help your mentee work towards reaching their educational and vocational goals. |
We are currently recruiting both Mentors and Mentees for the project.
For more information, visit our REACH Youth Mentor page or fill out an online application.
For more information, visit our REACH Youth Mentor page or fill out an online application.
New Americans in Boise
The city of Boise is a welcoming community made up of a beautifully diverse population. For years, it has served as a safe harbor for refugees, not only as a destination on their long journey to find asylum, but also as a place to call home.
Read about our clients' journeys on our blog, New Americans of Boise.
Read about our clients' journeys on our blog, New Americans of Boise.
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