Refugee Womens Alliance

Early Learning Centers: ReWA offers free and low-cost bilingual and bi-cultural childcare and preschool for children ages 0-5, featuring the "Soy Bilingue and HighScope" curricula. Our Early Learning Centers provide culturally relevant, home-cooked meals and supportive services through bilingual and bi-cultural family advocates. We operate three centers in Seattle: Beacon Hill, South Seattle(MLK/Rainier Valley), and Lake City serving 217 families and students.

Domestic Violence: ReWA's award winning Domestic Violence ("DV") program enhances the safety and well-being of refugee and immigrant women by raising awareness about DV, sexual assault, and human trafficking, and by providing comprehensive support services in 17 languages. Our services include assistance with protection orders, safety planning, and accessing shelters; guidance in navigating the legal system; family law services such as separation and divorce; support groups for those affected or at risk of violence; community education and outreach; training for service providers and law enforcement; mental health counseling and consultation; referrals to community resources; and an after-hours helpline offering crisis support in seven languages. In 2024, we provided 705 individuals with support and legal services.

Housing and homeless prevention: ReWAs Case Managers provide comprehensive housing assistance by helping clients find budget-friendly housing for stability, assisting with moves, and connecting them with donated furniture and household essentials. Additionally, ReWA offers emergency rent and utility assistance for eligible refugees and immigrants, providing one-time contributions to keep families safe and warm while they secure employment or find more affordable housing. 705 families were housed in 2024.

Center for Social and Emotional Wellbeing: Many refugees and immigrants suffer from stress, depression, and anxiety associated with displacement that often remains untreated for long periods of time. As new arrivals, our clients also must contend with the often overwhelming effects of acculturation and other stressors as they rebuild their lives in a new country. ReWA is a licensed community mental health provider, offering mental health counseling for individuals and families, medication management, and support groups, all delivered in clients first languages with culturally responsive support. In 2024, the program served 160 clients ages 14 to 75.

Youth Program offered after school STEAM curriculum and tutoringfor 3rd-8th grade students and a post-secondary success program to help youth ages16-24 who are interested in going to college or vocational schools. ReWA Youthprograms served 217 families and students in 2024. ReWA host events and participates in community forums to: educate the community on issues that are important to our clients; defend and safeguard client rights; and have client views and wishes considered when decisions are being made about their lives.