Civic & Social Organization - Tempe, Arizona, United States
The purpose of COAR is to support locally resettled refugees in their efforts to rebuild positive, self-sufficient lives. To do this, COAR mobilizes community networks and resources to help refugees adjust to their new surroundings and promote their future success. This mission is pursued through three primary activities: (1) recruiting and training volunteers to provide individualized support to recently resettled refugee families; (2) assisting refugee students in pursuing higher education; and (3) raising public awareness and advocacy of refugee issues.