Hope for Refugees International - HRI

Hope for Refugees International - HRI Extending a compassionate hand to those who have been displaced by conflict

📢 Information & Empowerment Session – Refugee Hearing PreparationHope for Refugees International invites refugee claiman...
08/14/2026

📢 Information & Empowerment Session – Refugee Hearing Preparation

Hope for Refugees International invites refugee claimants to our Empower & Connect Fridays session focused on Gathering Credible Evidence and Preparing for Your Refugee Hearing with the IRB.

Learn practical tips on:
• Gathering strong and credible evidence
• Organizing your documents effectively
• Preparing confidently for your refugee hearing
• Avoiding common mistakes
• Accessing helpful community resources and support

This session is especially relevant for LGBTQI+ refugees, survivors of gender-based violence, and individuals fleeing conflict, political persecution, discrimination, or other human rights violations. All refugee claimants are welcome.

📅 Friday, August 14, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 163 Queen Street East, Toronto – PWA
💻 Hybrid: In-person & Zoom
🔗 Register for Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wCsi7mFCQzKh4n5ynJESfA

Come informed. Come empowered. Prepare with confidence. 💙

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We recently concluded our Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Training Workshop, bringing together community members, volunteers...
08/11/2026

We recently concluded our Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Training Workshop, bringing together community members, volunteers, and service providers to explore the realities of gender-based violence, human trafficking, and support pathways for refugee and newcomer women.

Through open discussion and shared learning, participants had the opportunity to deepen their understanding of these issues and consider how we can collectively strengthen support, awareness, and access to resources within our communities.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped create a thoughtful and engaging space for learning.

At Hope for Refugees International, we believe that informed communities are better equipped to recognize challenges, respond with compassion, and connect individuals to the support they need.

🎤🎶 CALL FOR ARTISTS & PERFORMERS! Are you ready to share your talent with the community?Hope for Refugees International ...
07/25/2026

🎤🎶 CALL FOR ARTISTS & PERFORMERS!

Are you ready to share your talent with the community?

Hope for Refugees International is looking for passionate artists and performers to take the stage at the Ubuntu Newcomers Summer Fest 2026!
Whether you’re a:

🎤 Singer
💃 Dancer
🥁 Musician
🎭 Cultural Performer
🎙️ Spoken Word Artist
😂 Comedian
👗 Fashion Designer
🎨 Live Artist
📖 Storyteller
🎧 DJ
🎬 Performer of any kind...
..we’d love to hear from you!

The Ubuntu Newcomers Summer Fest celebrates the creativity, resilience, and diversity of refugees, newcomers, and the wider community.

This is your opportunity to inspire, entertain, and help create a welcoming space where people connect through culture, music, and the arts.

While the festival is currently community-funded and we are unable to provide artist honoraria, we warmly welcome artists who wish to give back by donating their time and talent in support of refugees and newcomers.

As a performer, you’ll have the opportunity to:

✅ Perform before 500+ attendees
✅ Showcase your talent
✅ Grow your audience and network
✅ Gain exposure through Hope for Refugees International’s social media and website.
✅ Get professional photos and videos of your performance
✅ Get a Certificate of recognition as an Ubuntu Newcomers Summer Fest 2026 performer.
✅ Get an opportunity to contribute to refugee and newcomer inclusion and belonging.
✅ Connect with other artists, organizations and community leaders

✨ Be part of a meaningful community celebration that is contributing to refugee and newcomer inclusion and belonging.

📅 Festival: Saturday, August 29, 2026
📍 Trinity Bellwoods Park, Toronto (1053 Dundas Street W, Toronto, Picnic Area 1 & 2)

Apply to Perform: Link 🔗 in bio.

Let’s celebrate culture, creativity, and community—together.

🎤🎶 CALL FOR ARTISTS & PERFORMERS! Are you ready to share your talent with the community?Hope for Refugees International ...
07/25/2026

🎤🎶 CALL FOR ARTISTS & PERFORMERS!

Are you ready to share your talent with the community?

Hope for Refugees International is looking for passionate artists and performers to take the stage at the Ubuntu Newcomers Summer Fest 2026!
Whether you're a:

🎤 Singer
💃 Dancer
🥁 Musician
🎭 Cultural Performer
🎙️ Spoken Word Artist
😂 Comedian
👗 Fashion Designer
🎨 Live Artist
📖 Storyteller
🎧 DJ
🎬 Performer of any kind...
..we'd love to hear from you!

The Ubuntu Newcomers Summer Fest celebrates the creativity, resilience, and diversity of refugees, newcomers, and the wider community.

This is your opportunity to inspire, entertain, and help create a welcoming space where people connect through culture, music, and the arts.

While the festival is currently community-funded and we are unable to provide artist honoraria, we warmly welcome artists who wish to give back by donating their time and talent in support of refugees and newcomers.

As a performer, you'll have the opportunity to:

✅ Perform before 500+ attendees
✅ Showcase your talent
✅ Grow your audience and network
✅ Gain exposure through Hope for Refugees International's social media and website.
✅ Get professional photos and videos of your performance
✅ Get a Certificate of recognition as an Ubuntu Newcomers Summer Fest 2026 performer.
✅ Get an opportunity to contribute to refugee and newcomer inclusion and belonging.
✅ Connect with other artists, organizations and community leaders

✨ Be part of a meaningful community celebration that is contributing to refugee and newcomer inclusion and belonging.

📅 Festival: Saturday, August 29, 2026
📍 Trinity Bellwoods Park, Toronto (1053 Dundas Street W, Toronto, Picnic Area 1 & 2)

Apply to Perform: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1dHJZ-dtWfyvK5kVH8LcD2DE7R86p0rU29usBrbgfooE/edit
Applications close August 27, 2026.

Let's celebrate culture, creativity, and community—together.

Join us for the Ubuntu Newcomers Summer Fest 2026,a FREE celebration of culture, community, music, food, arts, and belon...
07/23/2026

Join us for the Ubuntu Newcomers Summer Fest 2026,
a FREE celebration of culture, community, music, food, arts, and belonging! 🤝🏾

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
📍 Trinity Bellwoods Park
1053 Dundas Street W, Toronto
🎟️ FREE & OPEN TO EVERYONE!

✨ Enjoy live music, cultural performances, African food, arts and crafts, family-friendly activities, community resources, and more!

🛍️ Vendors: Showcase your business or organization at the Ubuntu Marketplace! Vendor registration closes August 27.

🔗 Register to attend: Link in bio

Come celebrate community and culture with us! Ubuntu: I am because we are. 🤝🏾

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07/20/2026

Our recently concluded Mental Wellness and Self-Care Session at Hope for Refugees International was truly inspiring and refreshing. 🌿✨
The session created a safe and welcoming space for everyone to relax, connect, and recharge. 💛
Participants actively engaged in meaningful conversations and exciting wellness activities. 🗣️🤝
We explored practical tools for managing stress and supporting our mental and emotional well-being. 🧠💚
The physical exercises helped us release tension, refresh our bodies, and restore our energy. 🧘🏽‍♀️💪🏽
The room was filled with laughter, encouragement, and beautiful moments of connection. 😊🎉
Participants were reminded that self-care is not selfish, but an important part of healthy living. 🌸
The session also highlighted the power of community support and caring for one another. 🫶🏽
Everyone left feeling lighter, stronger, refreshed, and more hopeful.
It was a memorable experience that inspired us to continue prioritizing our mental wellness and self-care. 💖🌟

Yesterday, we came together for an evening dedicated to mental wellness, mindfulness, and community care. 💚Participants ...
07/18/2026

Yesterday, we came together for an evening dedicated to mental wellness, mindfulness, and community care. 💚

Participants explored practical strategies for managing stress, building resilience, and prioritizing self-care in a safe, welcoming space where everyone could connect and learn from one another.

A special thank you to Ellah Kay from Fix It Flow Hub. for leading such a thoughtful and engaging mindfulness experience. Your expertise, compassion, and guidance created a meaningful space for reflection, grounding, and healing. We are so grateful for your partnership and the impact you made on our community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such a positive evening.

Until next time! 🌿✨

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Taking care of your mental wellbeing is one of the most important investments you can make in yourself.Join Hope for Ref...
07/09/2026

Taking care of your mental wellbeing is one of the most important investments you can make in yourself.

Join Hope for Refugees International for an interactive wellness session designed for refugees, refugee claimants, newcomers, and community members looking to build practical skills for managing stress, strengthening resilience, and prioritizing self-care.

🧠 Nurturing Your Wellbeing: Practical Tools for Mental Wellness and Self-Care

This month’s session will feature a special guided mindfulness experience facilitated in collaboration with Fix It Flow Hub (Fix It Flow Hub. ), led by Ellah, who will introduce participants to simple mindfulness practices that can help reduce stress, improve emotional wellbeing, and create moments of calm in everyday life.

Together, we’ll explore:
✨ Practical tools for managing stress
✨ Everyday self-care strategies
✨ Mindfulness and grounding techniques
✨ Building resilience through community and connection
✨ Mental health resources and supports

📅 Friday, July 17, 2026
🕡 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
📍 PWA
163 Queen Street East, Toronto

This is a safe, welcoming, and culturally responsive space where you can learn, connect, and grow alongside others in the community.

Register today using the link in our bio . We look forward to seeing you there!

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Reflecting on an incredible Pride weekend. 🏳️‍🌈Hope for Refugees International was proud to once again take part in the ...
07/07/2026

Reflecting on an incredible Pride weekend. 🏳️‍🌈

Hope for Refugees International was proud to once again take part in the Pride Toronto Pride March, celebrating the strength, resilience, and diversity of our communities.

For many newcomers and refugees, finding a place where they are welcomed, seen, and supported can be life-changing. Events like Pride remind us why we continue to advocate for communities where everyone can live with dignity, safety, and belonging.

Thank you to everyone who marched with us, stopped by to say hello, or cheered us on along the route. We look forward to continuing this work together.

❤️🏳️‍🌈

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