THE CANCER COUCH FOUNDATION
Hope Starts Here Photography Exhibition
Raising Awareness & Funds for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Supporting the Cancer Couch Foundation
Opening Reception
Saturday March 7, 2020
6:00-8:00 PM
Raising Awareness & Funds for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Supporting the Cancer Couch Foundation
Opening Reception
Saturday March 7, 2020
6:00-8:00 PM
Are you, or a loved one, interested in participating in the Photography Campaign?
Click here to make a donation and register.
Click here to make a donation and register.
This year AWARE CT is partnered with The Cancer Couch Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and funds for metastatic breast cancer (Stage 4). The harsh reality is that there is no cure for Stage 4, and that there is a significant lack of funding allocated for metastatic breast cancer research. Our mission is to raise funds for a cure, and to start a dialogue within our community about how breast cancer has impacted all of our lives.
To learn more about how AWARE is supporting The Cancer Couch and its mission to fund a cure for Stage 4, and to participate in the AWARE Hope Starts Here 2020 Photography Campaign visit https://bit.ly/2ox7XDc
Are you AWARE that there is no cure for Stage 4? Let’s change that. #AreYouAWARE #thecancercouch #fundacureforstage4 #metastaticbreastcancerawareness #breastcancerawareness #HopeStartsHere2020”
To learn more about how AWARE is supporting The Cancer Couch and its mission to fund a cure for Stage 4, and to participate in the AWARE Hope Starts Here 2020 Photography Campaign visit https://bit.ly/2ox7XDc
Are you AWARE that there is no cure for Stage 4? Let’s change that. #AreYouAWARE #thecancercouch #fundacureforstage4 #metastaticbreastcancerawareness #breastcancerawareness #HopeStartsHere2020”
AWARE CT PARTNER 2018/2019
CIRI – TEENAGE GIRL’S CLUB
AWARE CT will be working with CIRI in Bridgeport, CT. CIRI is the CT Institute for Refugees and Immigrants – https://cirict.org/ They are creating a NEW program – A CLUB FOR TEENAGE GIRLS — just for the AWARE CT partnership!
CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE FOR REFUGEES AND IMMIGRANTS (CIRI) NAMES AWARE CT AS VOLUNTEER GROUP OF THE YEAR
AWARE CT Creates Girls Club for Refugee Teens that Built Confidence and Provided Important Life Skills
Bridgeport, CT – May 30, 2019 – Citing their strong and effective commitment to the advancement of some of the most vulnerable young women in the state, the Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) has named Fairfield County’s AWARE CT as Volunteer Group Partner of the Year.
CIRI, the only statewide nonprofit that serves refugees, immigrants, survivors of torture, survivors of human trafficking, and asylum-seekers, made the announcement at its recent Volunteer Appreciation event, honoring the 670 volunteers, mentors, and interns who have helped CIRI fulfill its mission over the past year.
AWARE (Assisting Women through Action, Resources & Education) is a grass-roots organization dedicated to promoting awareness and generating funds in order to make meaningful improvements in the lives of women and girls in the New York City, Fairfield County and worldwide communities. The goal is to partner with one organization on a yearly cycle and support the program’s mission via a three-pillar approach, including volunteer, financial, and education support.
Last year AWARE CT worked closely with CIRI staff and clients to identify what refugee girls and young women wanted and then, based on that input, created the Girls’ Club. The Girls’ Club has met monthly for a year, providing a range of new experiences, life skills, enrichment activities and delicious healthy meals and snacks. Girls’ Club provides a unique opportunity for the girls and young women to come together in a safe space with compassionate community members.
CIRI CEO Claudia Connor said, “We are so grateful to the women of AWARE CT, who have made a real difference in the lives of our young refugees. CIRI’s collaboration with AWARE catalyzed the creation of the Girls’ Club, which has blossomed into a community of support and personal enrichment for refugee girls and young women. With AWARE’s support, the Girls’ Club members have gained confidence, acquired important life skills and engaged in creative and rewarding activities with one another. AWARE has strengthened and inspired these young women equipping them with new ideas and confidence for their futures in America.
AWARE CT Director of Operations Nicole Gerber said, “This year’s partnership with CIRI has been a transformational experience for AWARE CT. Being a part of the creation of a new and successful program with CIRI, and to witness how it has improved the lives of the girls we are supporting, has exceeded our every hope and expectation. An indelible mark has been made in the hearts and minds of the AWARE CT volunteers who were a part of this year’s program.”
About The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants:
The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI), founded in 1918, is a statewide nonprofit human services agency that helps people integrate into American life, rebuild their lives and achieve sustainable self-reliance. Between 2015-2018, CIRI resettled approximately 350 refugees in Bridgeport and Fairfield. In 2018, 139 refugees participated in CIRI’s workforce readiness program, and 83% of newly arriving refugees were employed 180 days after arrival. Also, in 2018, CIRI’s Immigration Legal Services delivered affordable, excellent quality legal serviced to 2,862 individuals in Connecticut. CIRI’s Survivor Services enrolled 50 survivors of torture for legal and social services and had 56 clients participate in psychosocial wellness groups. Project Rescue served 44 survivors of human trafficking and 45 unaccompanied minors. CIRI had 670 volunteers, mentors and interns providing over 12,290 volunteer hours. Across all programs, CIRI reached close to 2,500 individuals with outreach and education about immigration, human trafficking, and other relevant topics.
CIRI Contact:
Jessica Suarez (860) 944-3380
[email protected]
AWARE CT Creates Girls Club for Refugee Teens that Built Confidence and Provided Important Life Skills
Bridgeport, CT – May 30, 2019 – Citing their strong and effective commitment to the advancement of some of the most vulnerable young women in the state, the Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) has named Fairfield County’s AWARE CT as Volunteer Group Partner of the Year.
CIRI, the only statewide nonprofit that serves refugees, immigrants, survivors of torture, survivors of human trafficking, and asylum-seekers, made the announcement at its recent Volunteer Appreciation event, honoring the 670 volunteers, mentors, and interns who have helped CIRI fulfill its mission over the past year.
AWARE (Assisting Women through Action, Resources & Education) is a grass-roots organization dedicated to promoting awareness and generating funds in order to make meaningful improvements in the lives of women and girls in the New York City, Fairfield County and worldwide communities. The goal is to partner with one organization on a yearly cycle and support the program’s mission via a three-pillar approach, including volunteer, financial, and education support.
Last year AWARE CT worked closely with CIRI staff and clients to identify what refugee girls and young women wanted and then, based on that input, created the Girls’ Club. The Girls’ Club has met monthly for a year, providing a range of new experiences, life skills, enrichment activities and delicious healthy meals and snacks. Girls’ Club provides a unique opportunity for the girls and young women to come together in a safe space with compassionate community members.
CIRI CEO Claudia Connor said, “We are so grateful to the women of AWARE CT, who have made a real difference in the lives of our young refugees. CIRI’s collaboration with AWARE catalyzed the creation of the Girls’ Club, which has blossomed into a community of support and personal enrichment for refugee girls and young women. With AWARE’s support, the Girls’ Club members have gained confidence, acquired important life skills and engaged in creative and rewarding activities with one another. AWARE has strengthened and inspired these young women equipping them with new ideas and confidence for their futures in America.
AWARE CT Director of Operations Nicole Gerber said, “This year’s partnership with CIRI has been a transformational experience for AWARE CT. Being a part of the creation of a new and successful program with CIRI, and to witness how it has improved the lives of the girls we are supporting, has exceeded our every hope and expectation. An indelible mark has been made in the hearts and minds of the AWARE CT volunteers who were a part of this year’s program.”
About The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants:
The Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI), founded in 1918, is a statewide nonprofit human services agency that helps people integrate into American life, rebuild their lives and achieve sustainable self-reliance. Between 2015-2018, CIRI resettled approximately 350 refugees in Bridgeport and Fairfield. In 2018, 139 refugees participated in CIRI’s workforce readiness program, and 83% of newly arriving refugees were employed 180 days after arrival. Also, in 2018, CIRI’s Immigration Legal Services delivered affordable, excellent quality legal serviced to 2,862 individuals in Connecticut. CIRI’s Survivor Services enrolled 50 survivors of torture for legal and social services and had 56 clients participate in psychosocial wellness groups. Project Rescue served 44 survivors of human trafficking and 45 unaccompanied minors. CIRI had 670 volunteers, mentors and interns providing over 12,290 volunteer hours. Across all programs, CIRI reached close to 2,500 individuals with outreach and education about immigration, human trafficking, and other relevant topics.
CIRI Contact:
Jessica Suarez (860) 944-3380
[email protected]
Be AWARE: Unique Photographer Honors Special Women
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Its finally here, and just in time for Christmas! AWARE CT’s collaboration with last year’s partner, The Caroline House, “Thyme to Share Cooking with AWARE: Family Recipes from the Women of Caroline House & AWARE” cookbook is available for purchase on Amazon.com. Click here to get your copy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1790820065
AWARE CT PARTNER 2017/2018
CAROLINE HOUSE
Caroline House enables women and children to reach their full potential through education in English language and general life skills. Caroline House works to break down the barriers of social and physical isolation that can prevent low-come immigrant women from building better lives.
AWARE CT is thrilled to work with the students at Caroline House and their children. Among other things, AWARE CT members are providing dinners for students, art programs for children as well as individual tutoring.
AWARE CT is thrilled to work with the students at Caroline House and their children. Among other things, AWARE CT members are providing dinners for students, art programs for children as well as individual tutoring.
FIVE YEARS OF AWARE CT COCKTAIL PARTY - JUne 9th, 2018
This year marks our 5th Anniversary in CT. Hear what our partners and members have to say about how they are AWARE CT. Join us on Saturday, June 9th to celebrate Five Years of AWARE in CT, and help us support this year’s CT partner organization Caroline House - educating and uplifting immigrant women and children in Bridgeport, CT.
Here is the link to the Eventbrite page purchase tickets, or just make a donation:
www.eventbrite.com/e/five-years-of-aware-annual-cocktail-party-tickets-42918022962
Here is the link to the Eventbrite page purchase tickets, or just make a donation:
www.eventbrite.com/e/five-years-of-aware-annual-cocktail-party-tickets-42918022962
AWARE CT PARTNER 2016/2017
HOMELESS WOMEN - MALTA HOUSE
Malta House provides a nurturing home environment, support services and independent living skills to pregnant and parenting mothers of all faiths and their children.
Mothers at Malta House receive on-site counseling, financial education, parental development followed by transitional and post-residential support.
maltahouse.org
Mothers at Malta House receive on-site counseling, financial education, parental development followed by transitional and post-residential support.
maltahouse.org
PARTY IN THE PASTURE - BENEFIT - JUNE 3rd, 2017
HOMELESSNESS IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY - PANEL DISCUSSION- APRIL 2017
AWARE CT PARTNER 2015/2016 - FEMALE SOLDIERS: FORGOTTEN HEROES - BRIDGEPORT
Female Soldiers: Forgotten Heroes is a community-based transitional home for homeless female Veterans in Connecticut. The program offers or refers residents to specialized services that address the unique needs of female veterans.
http://www.homesforthebrave.org/
http://www.homesforthebrave.org/
HAVE A BALL - COCKTAIL PARTY - APRIL 2016
AWARE KIDS - SUNDAY, APRIL 3RD, 2016
Aware kids unpacked, sorted and packaged many generously donated newborn supplies. The children put together diaper bags for pregnant veterans in Fairfield country.
VETERAN PANEL DISCUSSION - TUESDAY, JANUARY 26TH, 2016
On Tuesday, January 26th, AWARE CT hosted a panel discussion featuring 4 female veterans. We heard what led these women to serve, learned about their experiences during deployment and the challenges they face at home.
AWARE CT PARTNER 2014/2015 - MERCY LEARNING CENTER - BRIDGEPORT
Mercy Learning Center provides basic literacy and life skills training to low-income women. Please stay tuned for more information on our partnership.
http://www.mercylearningcenter.org/
http://www.mercylearningcenter.org/
FUNDRAISER - SATURDAY MAY 30TH, 2015
CHILDREN’S BOOK SALE - APRIL 26Th, 2015
On Sunday April 26th, AWARE kids ran a book sale to benefit the Mercy Learning Center. It was held at Saugatuck Sweets in Westport and featured in the Westport news. Please see link below.
http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/comments/53381/
http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/comments/53381/
AWARE CT PARTNER 2013/2014 - IICONN
IICONN -- the International Institute of Connecticut. Specifically, AWARE worked to support IICONN's Project Rescue -- an Anti-Human Trafficking Program. Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery in which victims are forced, defrauded or coerced into labor or sexual exploitation.
EDUCATIONAL EVENT - NOVEMBER 2014
FUNDRAISER - SPRING 2014
AWARE CT organized several educational lectures about sex trafficking and hosted a fundraiser to support this important program at IICONN.
BACKPACK ASSEMBLY - WINTER 2014
AWARE CT bought and assembled 35 emergency backpacks stuffed with supplies for victims of human trafficking. IICONN provides these backpacks to help victims in need on the first night after being brought to safety.
