Building Community
Building Community
Gradually, BCNH helps knit together members of the ethnic communities we serve. After their initial resettlement, BCNH meets refugees and their families to begin the longer process of helping them connect to neighbors and organizations. BCNH works to establish connections to build tolerant, mutually supportive multi-cultural communities.
Our community building programs include
Field trips with community partners such as The Forest Society and Hubbard Brook Foundation to introduce New Americans to the outdoor beauty of New Hampshire.
Cultural celebrations for holidays and special occasions
Wellness groups for social and mental health
Seminars with local organizations and institutions to learn about American life and systems
FAQs
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BCNH describes this work as building connections across ethnic and national lines and creating tolerant, mutually supportive multicultural communities in New Hampshire.
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Because starting over is about more than paperwork. People also need belonging, connection, trust, and opportunities to participate in the life of their new community. BCNH’s community work speaks directly to that need.
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Yes. Community-building is one of the clearest examples of work that continues beyond short-term arrival support. It helps people create long-term connection, confidence, and stability.
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BCNH organizes cultural programs, field trips, and other, social programming to experience the best of New Hampshire together.
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Yes, BCNH works to create connection and mutual support, especially for people who are rebuilding their lives in a new place.
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BCNH was founded by refugees and remains focused on helping people navigate long-term daily life in New Hampshire. All of BCNH’s case management staff are refugees themselves and are from the very communities we serve.
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BCNH does not have a formal volunteer program, but if you are looking to help out, give us a call or email and we can help you engage with our community in a way that feels meaningfult o you.