Together Project Podcast

By Together Project

Together Project, an initiative of MakeWay, connects refugee newcomers and volunteers to build stronger and more integrated communities. This podcast tells stories from our matches.... more

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How many episodes does Together Project Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.

Together Project Podcast episodes:

January 19, 2022 Episode 13: Aya Reflects on One Year in Canada

In this episode, Aya a newcomer from Syria in our Welcome Group program reflects on her first year in Canada, the challenges of being a young newcomer, her education goals and the importance of social connections.
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12min
November 24, 2021 Episode 12: Feven on Building a Community for Newcomers

In this episode Feven, a newcomer participant and volunteer from our Welcome Group program, shares her experience building a community of support and how she is giving back by volunteering.
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13min
August 30, 2021 Episode 11: Rita's Experience Finding Work and Family in Canada

In this episode newcomer Rita discusses the realities, both opportunities and challenges, of settling in Canada, her journey to find work and creating a family through Together Project.
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13min
July 26, 2021 Episode 10: Hanna Shares Her Experience as a Newcomer Volunteer

Hanna speaks about her own journey to Canada and how volunteering with Together Project helped her meet new people, support other newcomers and find employment in Toronto.
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10min
May 31, 2021 Episode 9: Volunteers Mohammed and Sara on Welcoming Newcomers to Mississauga

Two dedicated volunteers, Mohammed & Sara, share stories and insights on welcoming newcomers to Mississauga, including the importance of volunteerism and education.
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21min
April 14, 2021 Episode 8: A Young Newcomer's Perspective on Settling in Canada

In this episode, Joudy discusses her experience coming to Canada as a young newcomer, continuing university and overcoming social isolation during the pandemic with the help of Together Project volunteers.
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15min
March 24, 2021 Episode 7: What Volunteers Have Meant for Jane and Her Family

In this episode, Jane shares how volunteers have been able to support her family with career navigation, children’s literacy, and healthcare challenges. Through weekly video chats, Jane has built strong social connections with the volunteers over six months and is now ready to giveback.
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14min
February 24, 2021 Episode 6: Ngozi Shares Her Experience Looking for Work in Canada

In this new podcast episode, Ngozi shares how Together Project volunteers supported her in finding employment in Canada and how now she wants to volunteer to empower other newcomers.
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10min
February 04, 2021 Episode 5: Tiffany Shares Her Experience Supporting Mary

In this episode, Tiffany a volunteer with Together Project shares her experience supporting Mary through the pandemic and discovering the resilience of newcomers.
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11min
February 03, 2021 Episode 4: Mary Shares How Volunteers Helped Her During the Pandemic

In this episode, we speak to Mary a refugee newcomer, about her experience coming to Canada, the challenges she faced during the beginning of the pandemic and her experience being matched with volunteers.
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9min

FAQs about Together Project Podcast:

How many episodes does Together Project Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 13 episodes available.