Our Programs
OUR PROGRAMS & VISION FOR IMPACT
Our four program pillars reflect the breadth of our charitable mandate, from life-saving evacuations to long-term integration and systemic reform. Each pillar includes a growing portfolio of current (*) and emerging initiatives, some of which are already operational, while others are in development pending funding and partnership.
safe passage, protection
& assistance
Providing life-saving assistance, relocation support, and protection services to at-risk individuals facing persecution, violence, and displacement
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This is an emerging initiative | The Global Refugee Support and Safe Passage Program aims to provide emergency evacuation services and resettlement assistance to vulnerable populations worldwide, extending Aman Lara’s support to emerging conflict zones. The program focuses on immediate relief while working toward sustainable protection and solutions for those in need.
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This is an emerging initiative | The objective of this initiative is to establish Aman Lara as an official referral partner for locally engaged staff (LES) and their families, ensuring protection and resettlement for those at risk due to their service to Canadian missions.
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This is an emerging initiative | The objective of this initiative is to support Afghan interpreters resettling in Canada by leveraging mentorship from Canadian veterans, fostering integration and addressing veterans’ moral injuries.
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This is an emerging initiative | The objective of this program will be to provide urgent protection, access to essential services, and legal advocacy for individuals facing immediate risks due to conflict, persecution, and displacement. By offering emergency support, this initiative ensures the safety, stability, and well-being of vulnerable populations in crisis situations.
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This is a focused stream under the Global Refugee Support & Safe Passage Program, delivering urgent, gender- and youth-responsive protection services to women, girls, and at-risk youth facing extreme and often invisible threats in displacement.
economic empowerment
& integration
Supporting refugees and displaced individuals in gaining self-sufficiency through job readiness, training, and employment pathways
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At this time, our EMPP initiative, entitled Horizon Hope, is a pilot project dedicated solely to supporting a small number of Afghan refugees who are residing outside Afghanistan under the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot. This targeted approach allows us to provide tailored support and guidance throughout their journey, refining our processes along the way to best serve client needs all while strengthening employer engagement and maximizing impact for both candidates and hiring organizations. With continued momentum and stable funding, we aim to expand to support an even larger number of refugees in the years to come, expanding the range of labour mobility pathways available to support clients, broadening access to meaningful employment opportunities in Canada.
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This is an emerging initiative | The Women’s Leadership and Resilience Program (WLRP) is designed to empower displaced and refugee women with the essential skills needed for leadership, economic independence, and community integration. By fostering resilience and social cohesion, the program helps these women overcome the challenges of displacement and resettlement, setting them on a path to long-term stability.
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This is an emerging initiative | This initiative’s primary goal is to address these barriers by creating an online learning platform that combines workforce readiness, language support, and digital skill-building specifically designed for this audience.
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The objective of this collaboration is to refer beneficiaries in Canada to Helmets to Hardhats Canada (H2H) for training and employment opportunities in the skilled trades sector in Canada. H2H is a non-profit organization that provides career opportunities to military-affiliated individuals in Canada.
advocacy, policy &
systemic change
Driving systemic improvements through policy reform and awareness initiatives
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This is an emerging initiative | The objective of this initiative is to create safe, inclusive spaces where clients can share their insights, experiences, and feedback to shape Aman Lara’s programs and initiatives
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This is an emerging and in-kind initiative | To shift public discourse on displacement and resettlement through strategic communications and storytelling.
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This is an emerging and in-kind initiative | To generate research-driven insights and foster informed discussions on refugee protection, resettlement policies, and global migration trends.
education &
capacity building
Providing knowledge, resources, education and training to enhance refugee self-sufficiency and strengthen support systems
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For new refugees in Canada, we provide beneficiaries with access to an account for language and skills training, through our arrangement with EdTek Services, which provides over 350 free online courses on topics such as: Administrative Skills, Career Development, Sales and Marketing, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Microsoft Office, focusing on soft and hard skills essential for job readiness, leadership, and skill-building, providing a comprehensive range of skills to enhance employability for displaced individuals..
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This is an emerging initiative |
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This is an emerging and in-kind initiative | To strengthen the capacity of NGOs, government agencies, and volunteers in crisis response, refugee protection, and resettlement best practices.
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This is an emerging initiative |