Since I am an immigrant myself, I knew all too well the linguistic problems they were facing. Though I was there to teach them, I cannot tell you how much I learned about their countries, cultures and life experiences.
It was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.
I was just contacted by Renée Orser, the Volunteer Coordinator. She is hoping to find a few community members who could assist with the center's co-op group.
The Arab-American Family Support Center (AAFSC) is seeking creative community members to volunteer with our women’s co-op group 1 to 4 times a week. The group meets from 9:00-10:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday and the position will run until December 23rd. We would like our volunteers to help design and teach new craft ideas specifically related to sewing, knitting, embroidery, cross-stitch and other skills.
Our co-op group is made up of women who attend our English and Arabic literacy classes. These women meet every morning to learn new crafting skills in a supportive community environment and also to benefit from the sale of our products. The profit made from these products is used to buy Metrocards for the women so that they are able to come to class everyday, as some of our members find it difficult to afford the public transportation fare on a daily basis. Our products will be sold at boutique stores in the community and at local street fairs. Check us out at Atlantic Antic on October 4th!
If interested in volunteering, please contact Renee Orser at AAFSC through email (renee@aafscny.org) or phone (718-643-8000 ext. 17). We are on Court St. between Pacific and Dean and are a kid friendly environment, so stay-at-home moms, we welcome you!
The Arab-American Family Support Center
150 Court Street, 3rd Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Tel: (718) 643-8000 ext. 17
Fax: (718) 797-0410
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