Thousands of refugees have fled their homelands because of political oppression, religious discrimination, ethnic warfare, even genocide.

Many have resettled in Dallas, trying to begin their new lives in a country and culture they don’t understand. The Melting Pot engages refugees living in the Vickery Meadow neighborhood. Through a partnership with a local apartment complex, a former leasing office has been renovated into a café and classroom. This venue has provided a great opportunity for refugees and Americans to develop relationships and establish community together. During weekend classes, students learn how to be successful in American culture while volunteers encourage and empower students to find solutions to everyday problems. Our need is to provide the curriculum materials for these refugees during the course of their 22-week program.

Whether you are a refugee or American or somewhere in between, the Melting Pot is a place where everyone’s story matters.

Who are refugees?

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) defines a refugee as “a person who has fled his or her country of nationality (or habitual residence) and is unable or unwilling to return to that country because of a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion or membership in a particular social group.” This definition of a refugee excludes those who have left their home only to seek a more prosperous life.

A refugee is a beautiful, resilient person looking for a safe place to belong.

Refugee Education

Refugee Education