“We, immigrants, know well how hard it is to start from scratch in a new country, where the language is different, there are no familiar faces, no home, and no beloved job. It’s unbearable to walk into the unknown, having lost everything in a day because of war.”

2. Project Description:
“New Direction for You” is a comprehensive support program for Ukrainian refugees, aimed at facilitating their adaptation to a new environment. The project includes case management, legal support, career counseling, yoga classes, retreats for emotional recovery, and family events to build a supportive community.

3. Relevance:
Due to the war in Ukraine, thousands of Ukrainians have been forced to seek a new life abroad. This project helps them not only find employment and housing but also provides legal, social, and emotional support, fostering integration into a new culture.

4. Project Goals:
1. Provide employment, housing search, and career counseling, including support in choosing colleges, universities, and courses.
2. Offer legal consultations on immigration issues.
3. Organize yoga classes and retreats for emotional recovery.
4. Conduct family events for socialization and to strengthen bonds within the new community.

5. Expected Results:
• Short-term: Reduced anxiety, improved emotional well-being, and enhanced social support.
• Long-term: Stable employment, accessible housing, successful adaptation to new living conditions, and development of a Ukrainian community in Los Angeles.

6. Budget:
$3 million per year.

7. Call to Action:
Support the “New Direction for You” project financially or by spreading the word. Help Ukrainian refugees find a new direction in life, stability, and support in a new country.