Mentorship Program
Our program works to break physical, social, and linguistic barriers while constructing meaningful relationships with refugees.
Est. 2020
We know how important communication is in our world today. It fosters deeper connections and generates more opportunities for resettling refugees in their new countries. All of that starts with the ability to understand each other - first, through language:
Our Mentorship Program began with English Mentorship:
Our curriculum was developed alongside a certified Spanish teacher and was built to best suit the needs of our students. We met with them at times that fit their schedules and adapted our lesson plans based on their skill level to make learning English more manageable.
At the same time, being a mentor and cultural ambassador to these language learners is critical to us. So, in addition to the linguistic side of our program, creating long-lasting bonds with our students is a big goal.
That’s why our program has spread beyond just language learning:
Pen Pal Program
Social Interaction
Tutoring In All Subject Areas
REP Mentorship has served people of all different ages, languages, and immigration statuses.
Building bilingualism, developing relationships, and reaching academic success make resettlement an easier process - that’s why we established this program.
We are committed to making a widespread impact.
Our program has made impact beyond the refugee community, and has been used by…
The IRC for the asylum-seekers in their unaccompanied minors program.
Casa Libre for their youth program.
Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project for their youth program.
Proyecto Mariposa for the immigrant community they serve in New York City.
Classroom environment:
Our classes take place on Zoom to give our students and teachers more scheduling flexibility and opportunities to connect.
English Mentorship Origins
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During one of our very first Community Orientations at Griffith Park with a family from El Salvador, we met a girl who solidified our belief in the importance of language. She went to a predominantly Spanish-speaking school but was going to transition to a full-time English-speaking learning environment. After meeting her we wanted to help ease the burden of her language barrier to allow her to focus on more pressing things: making friends, learning about the new place she migrated to, and reaching academic success. So, REP began the path to creating the English Mentorship Program.