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Organization:
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Afghan Women's Organization Refugee and Immigrant Services - Toronto - Consumers Rd - Head Office
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Address:
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150 Consumers Rd Suite 203
Toronto, ON
M2J 1P9
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Location:
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Cross street: Victoria Park Ave and Sheppard Ave
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Accessibility Notes:
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Fully accessible - Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features
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Service Description:
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All offices are open and all settlement workers are available 4 days in person and 1 day online; call at 416-588-3585
Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees- needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
- sponsorship of refugees
- health workshops, mental health - support groups, counselling, crisis intervention
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program for mutual support and education
- youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
Employment Related Services - for new immigrants and Convention refugees, legally entitled to work in Canada- 3 or 4 day job search techniques workshops, covering labour market information, access to trades and professions, resume preparation, networking
- extensive individual assistance
Community Connections Mentorship Program- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
- trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
Community Development- Afghan Women's Catering Group, Afghan Sewing Circle, media and overseas projects
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Open to all with a focus on newcomers, particularly women, their families, refugees and people who have experienced war or persecution
Also, the Afghan community
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Languages:
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English * Arabic * Dari * Farsi * Pashto * Uzbek
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