What is Iskashitaa?

Iskashitaa's supporters and recipients say Iskashitaa means, empowerment, cross cultural exchange, sustainability, connections, collaboration, education, community engagement, service, opportunities, arts, traditions, environmentally conscience, new experiences, identity, local food, diversity, and much more.

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Our Mission

Iskashitaa News

Who do we serve?

Nearly 33 million people are uprooted from their homes by persecution and armed conflict. These refugees’ loss is incalculable: they may lose their home, livelihood, safety, belonging, or family. Currently, less than one percent of these refugees are resettled to a permanent home. Upon arrival, the success of these lucky families depend on the welcome they receive from their new community.

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Event Spotlight

Many refugee students were afraid or reluctant to get in the pool on their first day. Half had never been in a pool before, and no student knew how to swim, or what pool safety was. Today, every student can tell you about how to help someone who is drowning, and they are quite literally diving in!

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Happenings

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May18 Sewing and Crafts Class
Sewing and Crafts Class
May23 Tucson CSA
Be part of the local food system. Know your farmer. Cook creatively. Eat healthily. Support local su...
May25 Sewing and Crafts Class
Sewing and Crafts Class
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Volunteer Spotlight

Perserving Memories

Sue Troutman's dynamic personality and willingness to help in a pinch make her an ideal volunteer for Iskashitaa. She is the driver when you need it and the photographer responsible for all of our swim program pictures. You may find Sue Troutman editing photos, peering through a lens, driving refugees to a program, harvesting, or chatting with a refugee friend. Iskashitaa has been proud to have Sue as a part of our programs for many years as our photographer and dedicated volunteer. Thank you Sue!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Preserving the Memories!
Sue Troutman's dynamic personality and hard work ethic make her a pleasure to be around and a true asset to the Iskashitaa team. She can be found harvesting with the HCET interns, pool side with the new swimming classes, or helping staff out in a pinch.  She is also the woman behind the lens of the beautiful swimming pictures and many of our website's photographs.  Thank you Sue for preserving our memories!