Our Mission
The mission of Welcoming City is to create a welcoming and inclusive community in Central Ohio through advocacy, education, and community engagement. Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, we strive to break down barriers, foster understanding, and celebrate the rich diversity that newcomers bring to our region. Our commitment is to create a space of belonging where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to contribute to the social, economic, and cultural fabric of Central Ohio. We are dedicated to providing a supportive environment that empowers individuals and families to thrive through building bridges of compassion and collaboration, fostering a community that embraces the strength found in unity and diversity.
Our Impact
Welcoming City is a department of US Together.
US Together was founded in 2003 in response to the needs in refugee communities, by refugees. US Together is a state-wide organization with offices in Columbus, Cleveland and Toledo, OH.
US Together Goals:
Provide tools to people fleeing prosecution, tools to succeed, not just survive
Help refugees and immigrants build a new home in Ohio
Assist with the economic, social, linguistic and civic integration: housing, transportation, work, etc
A part of Welcoming City profit goes towards supporting US Together comprehensive integration programs:
Family Strengthening Program
ESL Classes & Tutoring
Financial Literacy Program
Women’s Empowerment Program
Survivors of Torture Program
And more
Immigrant Integration
Central Ohio’s Plan for Welcoming Immigrants and Refugees
Economic Development
Our Actions During COVID