Move to Support Refugees October 17
Join MIRA on October 17 for a fun Run/Walk 5K at the Skokie Lagoons to raise support for refugee services. Learn more here
Now Hiring Immigrant Family Resource Program Case Manager
The Middle Eastern Immigrant and Refugee Alliance (MIRA) is seeking a full-time Arabic-speaking Benefit Case Worker to provide case management for immigrants and refugees. Primary Responsibilities: Provide translation and interpretation between English and Arabic as needed. Translation and assistance with utilities and other service providers. Assist clients in choosing health insurance and changing Primary Care …
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Bringing Mental Health Awareness to Chicago Refugees
A recent #ChicagoTribune featured an article on the work of the Middle Eastern Immigrant and Refugee Alliance in addressing the mental health challenges of the refugee community. At the heart of this work are the Mental Health First Aid Training sessions provided to other agency colleagues, community members, and clients to raise awareness of the mental health …
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Our Name Change to MIRA
Thanks to all who came out for our Grand Opening and 10th Anniversary Celebration. We also unveiled our new name: The Iraqi Mutual Aid Society is now the Middle Eastern Immigrant and Refugee Alliance! We are excited to include more members of the community in our work as we move forward to easing transition, building …
Building Community through Service Leadership
A key part of building community is equipping members to serve as leaders who practice compassion, ensure the voices of men and women are heard, and work to bring their strengths to support the group. Congratulations to a great group of Servant Leaders who finished their training Friday and are ready to share their skills …
Thank You to Representatives Speaking Up for Refugees
MIRA supports and is supported by the US Office of Refugee Resettlement program that provides a safe haven for human beings who must flee their home countries because of violence, oppression, and civil war. The administration has announced that it is cutting the maximum number of refugees to be admitted to the United States next …
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