Why Tea?

A Taste of Home
For many cultures, tea is more than a beverage—it’s a tradition. Sharing tea can bring back comforting memories of family and community life before displacement, offering a sense of continuity in an unfamiliar place.

A Gentle Invitation to Belong
Tea circles create a low-pressure, welcoming space where women can show up as they are. This focus on relationship and shared time makes it easier for newcomers to connect without feeling intimidated.

Trust and Friendship
Sitting together over a warm drink encourages conversation, laughter, and listening. It allows relationships to grow naturally, which is especially important for women who may have experienced isolation or trauma. This provides a relational foundation to share the love of Christ and connect deeper.

Join us!
Throughout all of our programming, we have tea and talk time for relationship building through culture sharing, English practice and conversation about life. We’re always looking for conversation partners! Find out how to volunteer for our Tea & Talk times.

Adult Education. Redefined.

1. Childcare Responsibilities
Many refugee mothers are the primary caregivers for young children. Affordable childcare is scarce, and without it, attending classes or training becomes nearly impossible.

2. Language Barriers
Limited English proficiency makes enrolling in programs challenging and can make coursework overwhelming. Even finding information about available educational opportunities can be difficult without strong language skills.

3. Transportation Challenges
Lack of access to reliable transportation—or difficulty navigating public transit in an unfamiliar city—can keep women from reaching schools or training centers.

5. Trauma and Mental Health
Past experiences of war, displacement, or loss can lead to PTSD, anxiety, or depression, which can make it harder to focus on studies or feel confident in a learning environment..

6. Systemic Barriers in Education
Complex enrollment processes, documentation requirements, and rigid schedules can make educational programs inaccessible to mothers juggling multiple responsibilities.

Our Team

Wynn C.

Shay M.

Ashe A.

For many refugee women, education is not accessible.