Since 2016, we have empowered forced migrants and asylum seekers by developing transformative programs. While our resources are centered in New York City, we stand ready to support displaced individuals and asylum seekers across the U.S. eager to embrace our free programs. VIA thrives on the passion and commitment of our incredible volunteers!
This program provides information and guidance and connects migrants with resources of interest relating to migratory options for permanent legal residency in the US most effectively and smoothly.
Peer support group "Soporte Entre Pares." This program, a VIA's flagship, provides care and emotional support initiatives for the forced migrant community.
To integrate and increase opportunities in the United States, we offer English language classes from beginner to intermediate level and conversational sessions to advanced level.
To inform and connect migrants with resources of interests relating to migratory options for the permanent residency in the US.
To empower and generate information about what migrants need to adapt and thrive in New York City in the most effective and smoothest way possible.
To integrate and increase opportunities in the United States, we offer English language classes, from beginner level to advanced.
We offer in-person and virtual events to promote integration, build community networks, and celebrate and share our traditions, even from afar.
We constantly work closely with local nonprofits, institutions, and individuals through mutual collaboration, referral and information sharing, and identification of services they offer to meet the needs of our community.
In August 2021, we created «Dando una mano,» a quarterly charitable giving program that provides Food, Transportation, and Clothing aid to Venezuelan forced migrants in conditions of extreme vulnerability.
Basic care and emotional support
initiatives for the displaced
Venezuelan community.
Activities to promote our traditions even from afar.
We work closely with local organizations through mutual support and identification of other services they offer in to meet the needs of our community
