STUDENTS
150+
over 150 students being taught by over 100 volunteers
VOLUNTEER
133
133 volunteers from 7 countries
REFUGEES
262
262 refugees in 5 countries registered
Our program is changing lives. Those who are forced from their home countries are often pushed to the outskirts of society when they resettle in an area with an unfamiliar language. As the accepted common language of the world, learning English gives refugees opportunities that change their lives for the better. Let us introduce you to *Merve, a refugee whose life has been changed because of these English classes!
Merve*, is a Turkish refugee who had to flee with her family by boat and arrived in Greece without knowledge of Greek nor English.
“Starting over in a foreign country is overwhelming and I began to lose my sense of identity. Everything was so different, I even lost track of time and didn’t realize I had spent my 16th birthday in the Refugee Camp – but that was okay because we were together and safe. Entering a foreign country can be extremely frustrating when you don’t understand the language or culture. It was difficult to find a place to stay, where to eat, and to learn in school. I decided to sign up because I thought it would help me to learn, make friends, and communicate with others around me.… I want to say ‘Thank You!’ to Embrace Relief for helping me with my English. I am so grateful.”
“Starting over in a foreign country is overwhelming and I began to lose my sense of identity. Everything was so different, I even lost track of time and didn’t realize I had spent my 16th birthday in the Refugee Camp – but that was okay because we were together and safe. Entering a foreign country can be extremely frustrating when you don’t understand the language or culture. It was difficult to find a place to stay, where to eat, and to learn in school. I decided to sign up because I thought it would help me to learn, make friends, and communicate with others around me.… I want to say ‘Thank You!’ to Embrace Relief for helping me with my English. I am so grateful
Since beginning her English lessons in August of 2019, she was accepted into and is now studying psychology and neuroscience at a university in the Netherlands… programs that are taught entirely in English!
We’re ecstatic that we have volunteers and students who are committed to these classes and whose lives are being transformed just like Merve, and we’re looking for your support to help improve our program and expand it to reach more refugees!
Why Support the English Learning
Courses for Refugees?
This unique program has been extremely successful, with many being able to further their education, excel in school, obtain jobs, and make new friends. Since English is the universal language, it is a requirement for many universities in Europe. We have seen multiple refugees who participate in this program be accepted into prestigious schools to pursue their dreams. We have witnessed how, over time, the relationships between refugees and our volunteers have continued to blossom life-long friendships. The future for the refugees in Greece is uncertain, but, with your support, we ensure that they’re provided with all of the necessities and care needed to foster an easy transition. No teaching background is necessary. Please fill out the appropriate form below if you would like to become an English volunteer or if you would like to learn English.
