Friends of Refugees is a non-profit organization located in Clarkston, GA, dedicated to empowering refugees through employment and education. With a mission to provide opportunities that promote the well-being, education, and employment of refugees, Friends of Refugees offers a range of impactful programs and services. These include the Embrace Jolly Avenue Garden, Refugee Family Literacy, Summer Youth Experience, and the Start:Me Business Accelerator.

Through these initiatives, Friends of Refugees aims to create environments where individuals and their families can contribute to their own well-being and the well-being of their communities. The organization believes in the values of relationship, dignity, empowerment, and stewardship. By investing in relationships and treating all individuals with dignity, Friends of Refugees fosters an inclusive environment where everyone has something to give and learn from one another.

Through their programs, Friends of Refugees works towards their vision of refugees experiencing abundant life in flourishing communities, regardless of their faith, ethnicity, or background