Immigrant Welcome Center Inc

Immigrant support:our lead volunteers, called natural helpers, assist immigrants transitioning to life in indianapolis. As immigrants themselves, they understand the challenges that come with moving to a new place, such as learning a new language, finding employment, and establishing their home in the us. We also provide a database for essential needs to immigrants with online searchable resources by language preference and documentation requirements. Every year, through our reuben education series. We convene multiple live discussions on topics ranging from immigration policy to public health, from langue access to housing, where immigrant leader share their thoughts and expertise with the community.

English language literacy (ell): our pathway to literacy project connects individuals to local english classes where they can begin to master their written and verbal language skills. This program is focused on creating, providing, and sustaining english classes for those immigrants who are beginning learners. Our english at work program expands business and public sector support for english language learning opportunities for immigrants in the indianapolis area. The program will raise awareness of the value of workplace english classes that benefit both the limited-english proficient employees and the employers.

Naturalization and legal assistance:citizenship classes:we offer citizenship classes that help prepare lawful permanent residents for their next steps of becoming naturalized us citizens. Classes last nine weeks and include an interactive workbook, exam practice lessons, and mock-interviews. Citizenship support:we offer free assistance with completing the n-400 application for naturalization to lawful permanent residents. Iwc partners with indianapolis based legal services providers to facilitate quarterly workshops that connect aspiring us citizens to volunteer attorneys.