St. Louis County - International Institute

The International Insrirute of St. Louis (IISTL) provides opportunities for immigrants and refugees to thrive in order to create a welcoming, prosperous, and healthy region for all. IISTLoffers essential economic and cultural integration services, including English classes, employment, orientation, and citizenship preparation. Additionally, IISTL hosts events and provdies educational info sessions with the goal of building inclusive and mutually respectful relationships between foreign-born newcomers and all community members.

Volunteers help further the msision by assisting with donation organization, mock interviews for job preparation workshops, serving as family field trip chaperons for the Women's Community Literacy Program, and helping with monthly potluck meals to name a few opportunities. 

Those interested in volunteering should visit Volunteer – International Institute of St. Louis (iistl.org) to locate episodic and ongoing volunteer opportunities. Be sure to fill out the online interest form to get the volunteer process started.