Make a Lasting Impact: Become a Mentor for Refugee Youth!
Join our Mentoring Youth in Virginia and Virginia Refugee Student Achievement Project and be a part of something truly meaningful. These programs connect volunteers with refugee youth to support them in schoolwork, community engagement, and goal-setting—while building powerful one-on-one relationships that make a difference.
As a mentor, you’ll help youth grow socially, academically, and professionally—while gaining a transformative experience yourself.
We ask for a six-month commitment to ensure strong bonds and real progress. Mentoring opportunities are available in Arlington, Manassas, Woodbridge, and Fredericksburg.
Be the reason a young person thrives.
Apply today and help shape the future.
Link to apply for this opportunity: Mentoring Link for Application (click on the blue 'sign up' button for the application)
Link to apply for the VRSAP tutoring program: Tutoring Youth Application Link (click on the blue 'sign up' button for the application)
Requirements for this are:
- Child and Adult Protective Services Trainings
- Background Check
- VIRTgUS training
- Program Specific trainin
Become a Mentor — Change a Life
Join Migration & Refugee Services (MRS) in empowering newly arrived youth and young adults as they build new lives in the U.S. Our mentoring program is a life-changing opportunity—for them and for you.
MRS provides critical services like immigration support, housing, employment services, education, and more to help families rebuild and thrive. Now, we’re seeking mentors and tutors to support refugee youth (ages 15–24) in two key areas:
Youth Mentoring & Tutoring
Work with young adults on academic and personal success:
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Homework help & tutoring
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College and career prep
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Navigating young adulthood in a new country
Requirements:
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Mentors must be 21+
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Tutors can be 18+ or high school students with an adult present
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Background check
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VIRTUS & Child Protection Training
Youth Employment Coaching
Support young adults and adults in preparing for the workforce:
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Resume building
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Interview skills
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Job readiness & search strategies
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One-on-one mentorship and coaching
Minimum Age: 21
Your guidance can help shape a brighter future.
Apply today to join this impactful program. Once you complete the application, our Volunteer Manager will contact you to guide you through onboarding and training.-
