Meridian Foundation

Not rescue.
Recognition.

Peer community and sustained support for refugee and asylee women navigating life after resettlement. These women are already resourceful. They need infrastructure, not intervention.

10+

Years inside the system

Built from direct experience in federal resettlement, child welfare, and workforce programs — not beside it.

4

Federal programs navigated

CAM, P3, FSU, and RIF — the programs that shape whether a family makes it or doesn't.

3

Active program pillars

Peer cohorts, workforce navigation, and community advocacy. All free.

Our Founding Truth
Resettlement ends on paper.
The real work of rebuilding a life takes years.

The Meridian Foundation exists in the gap between the close of a case and the beginning of a life. After the case manager signs off. After the 90 days. After the system has moved on. We do not move on. We stay in the room.

Programs

Three ways we stay.

I

Peer Cohort

Women at the same stage of post-resettlement life, gathered into small groups that meet monthly. Not support groups. Peer networks. The distinction matters.

  • Monthly structured gatherings
  • Peer-led with light facilitation
  • Free and ongoing
II

Workforce Navigation

Access to career resources, credential translation support, interview preparation, and referrals to employment partners who understand the refugee workforce.

  • Resume and credential translation
  • Employer referral network
  • Mentorship matching
III

Community Advocacy

For women who want to share their story — with the organizations, policymakers, and communities that need to hear it. On their terms.

  • Storytelling support and media coaching
  • Speaking opportunities and referrals
  • Policy briefings and advocacy preparation

Get Involved

The Foundation runs on relationships. If you want to support — as a volunteer, mentor, employer partner, or donor — we want to hear from you.

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These women crossed oceans.
They do not need to be saved.
They need to be met.

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