We're looking for 4 volunteers to provide transportation for refugee youth to our Civics Engagement Fair in Lansing on Tuesday, September 1st.
Many of our Southeast MI refugee youth have never had the opportunity to explore different parts of Michigan, and they absolutely love getting to visit a new city! Last year, volunteers took youth to Ann Arbor for an event, and it was a highlight for many of them. This year, we're excited to bring them to Lansing!
Volunteers will:
Pick up an assigned refugee youth
Attend the Civics Engagement Fair together (6:00–8:00 PM - Food is provided at event)
Drive the youth safely back home afterward
The Civics Engagement Fair will provide families with the opportunity to:
Learn about voting and civic engagement
Learn about the path to U.S. citizenship
Hear from local leaders and discover ways to get involved in their community Explore volunteer opportunities
Connect with local organizations, community resources, & ways they can become active members of their new communities
Please note: This opportunity requires approximately a 1½-hour drive each way to Lansing. We understand this is a larger ask and longer commitment than many of our volunteer opportunities. Gas assistance is available for volunteers who would like it.
If you're looking for a meaningful way to make a difference while spending an evening with an incredible young person, please respond to this opportunity - we'd love to have you join us!
