Syrian Community Network

Apply now to volunteer in SCN’s Online Homework Room. Volunteers will be paired with a student anywhere from 1st-8th grade and help them work through their school work and develop new skills and academic comprehension. Visit syriancommunitynetwork.org/volunteer to apply!

The PhotoVoice gallery is tomorrow! Some of our teen girls participated in this program, and their pieces will be showcased on Thursday, September 14 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Sullivan High School. Come show your support!

Congratulations to Al Peters, our Director of Immigration, for being selected to be a Colibrí Fellow this year!  Learn more about this incredible opportunity at resurrectionproject.org/immigrant-just…

Apply now to volunteer in SCN’s Online Homework Room! Volunteers will be paired with a student anywhere from 1st-8th grade and help them work through their school work and develop new skills and academic comprehension. Visit conta.cc/3LD1A7V to apply!

Little Amal is in the U.S.! The 12-foot tall puppet of a Syrian refugee girl is coming to Chicago on September 28! SCN will be taking part in the events below. Visit conta.cc/462helJ to learn about all the events at every stop along her journey. #AmalWalksUS #LittleAmal

We're hosting workshops on English and Citizenship! Gateway to Language and Citizenship classes will offer opportunities for individuals to strengthen their English skills as well as develop a better understanding of the U.S. and its systems. Enroll at docs.google.com/forms/d/1329MI…

Volunteer virtually with a refugee student this semester! We are currently accepting applications for our Online Homework Room where each person is paired with a student in 1st-8th grades. Sign up fast, slots fill quick! syriancommunitynetwork.my.site.com/volunteers/s/

We had a great time at the first Day of Dignity sponsored by @IslamicRelief in Chicago! We are grateful to @ChicagoMayor for his support and want to send a special thanks to NHN Chi and @MUHSENORG for putting together nearly 100 backpacks to give away to attendees!

Why we do what we do. Kudos to our Immigration Legal Services team on making the experience for asylum seekers one of welcoming! 🧡🩶💙 #immigration #welcomeusa #asylum

While most camp costs are covered by a grant from the Illinois School Board of Education, some expenses such as food and snacks are covered by general funds. If you'd like to support our youth programs as we head into the new school year, please consider donating or volunteering!

This summer we celebrate the culture and heritage of our students. The article covers our Arabic-language camp, where students learn to read and write through a new teaching format. Students also learn about the Middle East & North Africa through research, art, music, and more.

Check out WBEZ's article on our Arabic-language summer camp! wbez.org/stories/chicag…

We welcome 𝐒𝐲𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 (𝐒𝐂𝐍) onboard! @SCN_Network provides a safe space for refugee & immigrant families, offering free services like Case Management, Education & Immigration legal support. Donate now: feelingblessed.org/syrian-communi… #SCN

2/2 Fundraiser page: go.rallyup.com/viciouscycle20… Kick-off party RSVP: forms.gle/ZpWJSTRWM2mRM5…

1/1 We are joining forces again with Bunk Agency to support immigrant and refugee families in Chicago. This fall, a team of cyclists will embark on a Vicious Cycle, a 4-day, 350 mile bike ride to raise funds for SCN. Check out the photos for four ways that you can get involved.

Our students participated in PhotoVoice with SALaMA! They answered questions about their identity as Arabs, resettled refugees, and young people through photos. It's on display at our Chicago office thru July! We will also host an exhibit with Chicago Public Schools in August.

Our middle school summer program will spend the summer learning about Arab culture, heritage, and language! In week one, students made posters and displays showing the cultural highlights of these countries, such as famous landmarks, celebrities, regional delicacies, and more!

Our Youth Summer Programs are in full swing! During the first week of the program, elementary school students learned about Syria! Each student made their own tarboosh, a flat-topped, brimless hat that has historical roots in many Arab countries.

Thank you to our outstanding team for a fantastic year! You each are integral to reaching our mission of serving refugees and immigrants. We are proud to work with you. We celebrated yesterday on our patio with lots of yummy dishes, laughs, and togetherness. Cheers to FY24!

Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate! May the joy of Eid surround you and your family.