About Us

OUR MISSION

To walk alongside refugees and their families to connect them to the resources, relationships, guidance, and opportunities to enhance their lives and thrive in our shared community.

RefugeeConnect’s vision is that our collaborative network of resources and community navigators restores the innate abilities of refugees to successfully integrate into their new communities.

OUR VISION

A thriving, shared community where refugees and their families are supported by a connected network of resources and trusted navigators, enabling them to build stable, independent lives and a true sense of belonging.

We are an all-inclusive humanitarian organization dedicated to fostering an accessible and collaborative community. We provide a safe space for refugees and asylees, promoting cultural understanding and celebrating diversity. We support equitable policies for refugee integration and uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and honesty.

A BRIEF HISTORY...

2011 - 2013

The Junior League of Cincinnati conducts a regional needs assessment of issues affecting women and children. Findings conclude a lack of coordinated resources for refugee families after 90 days.

Our Values

All inclusivity & Accesibility

We welcome everyone and ensure our services are accessible to all.

Collaborative Community Benefits

We believe in the power of a mutually supportive community.

Safe Space for Refugee and Asylee Voices

We provide a platform for refugees and asylees to share their stories and experiences.

Cultural Understanding & Diversity Celebration

We promote the exchange of ideas, celebrate diversity, and recognize its positive impact.

Equitable Policies for Refugee Integration

We advocate for fair practices that help refugees integrate into the community.

Integrity, Accountability, & Honesty

We maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct in all our actions.