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The community in Akron

More than just the »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ campus, the city and community of Akron strives to make immigrants feel welcome and want to live here. Akron is "where entire families can thrive socially and economically in a neighborly environment." For more details on specific programs and initiatives underway in Akron, . 

International organizations on campus and in the community

International Institute of Akron

Offers legal support, citizenship classes, English as a second language, interpreting, and translation.
Located at: 207 E Tallmadge Ave, Akron, OH 44310

For further information visit: or call 330-376-5106

Global Ties Akron

Offers faith community resources, ethnic markets and restaurants, and arrival information.
Located at: Suite 233 Quaker Square, Akron, OH 44308

For further information visit: or call 330-972-8296

Akron Internationals

Offers support for internationals, English as a second language, Friday night FREE International dinners, furniture requests, store rides, and other events for internationals.
Located at: The Chapel.life, 135 Fir Hill, Akron, OH 44304

For further information visit:  or contact Scott Johnson at 330-315-5428

HOLA (Hispanos Organizados por Lengua y Amistad)

This Latino organization focuses on advocacy, community organization, and civic engagement.
Located in: Ashtabula, OH 44005

For further information visit: or call 440-964-3372

Proyecto Raices

Provides educational and social support to children of Latino/Hispanic families, facilitates their integration to the local community, and helps maintain their cultural heritage.

The program is every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., during the months August through June.
Located at: St Matthew Parish School, 2576 Berne Street, Akron, OH 44312

For further information visit:

Asian Services In Action, ASIA Inc.

Offers interpreting and translation, classes, medical clinic, cultural, and citizenship programs
Located at: 730 Carroll Street, Akron, OH 44304

For further information visit: or call 330-535-3263

ISAK –Islamic Center of Akron and Kent

Offers courses of study to meet the needs of Muslims, as well as non-Muslims. Serves as a play of Prayers and Religious activities, promotes understanding, and acts as a channel of communication between Muslims and non-Muslims.
Located at: 152 East Steels Corner Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44244

For further information visit:  or call 330-922-9991

Bhutanese Community Association

Serves as a communication link between the officers and members of the Bhutanese Community Association of Akron and anyone who is interested in the diaspora of Bhutanese exiles around the world.
Located at: 578 North Main Street, Akron, OH 44310

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