International Communities
A New Beginning: Refugee + New American Assistance Organizations
Discover a network of organizations dedicated to supporting refugees and New Americans as they build their lives in New Hampshire. These organizations offer essential resources, including legal aid, job placement, language services, community integration programs, and networking.
Whether you’re seeking guidance or looking to support newcomers, you’ll find a wealth of services designed to empower and uplift individuals as they navigate their new beginnings in the Granite State.
- Ascentria Care Alliance
- Building Community In New Hampshire
- Centro Latino de Hospitaliad
- Community Action Partnership Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties
- Franco-American Centre
- India Association of NH
- International Institute of New England (IINE)
- New American Africans
- New American Scholars
- NH Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees
- New Hampshire Bosniak Association
- New Hampshire Brazilian Council
- NH Catholic Charities
- NH Charitable Foundation - Equity and Racial Justice
- NH Indonesian Community Support (NHICS)
- New Hampshire Refugee Program (NHRP)
- Office of Health Equity
- Organization for Refugee and Immigrant Success (ORIS)
- Overcomers Refugee Services
- Project Home
- Safari Youth Club
- SHARe
- Turkish Cultural Center NH
- Victory Women of Vision (VWV)
- Welcoming New Hampshire
The Rich Tapestry of Global Cultures
New Hampshire is home to a mix of international communities, each contributing its unique flavor to the state’s rich cultural landscape. Whether you’re exploring a bustling farmers’ market with fresh global ingredients, enjoying festivals that celebrate music, art, and food from around the world, or simply connecting with new friends at local cultural events, there’s always something exciting to experience. There are so many opportunities to dive into diverse traditions and explore different cultures, and the international community offers a fun, welcoming atmosphere for everyone to enjoy and discover something new.
The Latest
Refugees in New Hampshire turn to farming for an income and a taste of home
It’s harvest time in central New Hampshire, and one farm there appears to have been transplanted from a distant continent. Farmers balance large crates laden with vegetables on their heads while chatting in Somali and other languages.
New Hampshire immigrants and refugees help to bolster the state's workforce
In a tight labor market, employers have been proposing some novel ways to fill positions. According to Andrew Cullen, career service manager at the International Institute of New England in Manchester, one manufacturing company is considering providing a van on a temporary basis for a group of potential employees that need transportation in order to work.
Tiny home built by student with $5K grant makes big difference for NH refugee farmers
The story of the tiny house that helps to put fresh, Dunbarton-grown produce on Manchester tables and provides money for refugees and immigrants here begins in an urban driveway in Massachusetts.
NH Chronicle: A remarkable teen and her non-profit to help refugee students
Tonight, a remarkable teen who started a non-profit when she was 15 after discovering a need in her community. Riyah Patel is now 17 and has become an amazing champion for young people who are new to this country.
Bridging the gaps: NH Afghan Support Group helps refugees navigate new life in Manchester
A number of Afghans were resettled three years ago in the city of Manchester. As newcomers to America they say that in the past three years, their lives have been faced with many opportunities and tests.