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BAAFC offers ESL classes and cultural activities for new Arab American immigrants.

Brooklyn Arab American Friendship Center

About

Brooklyn Arab American Friendship Center offers newly immigrated Arab Americans English as a Second Language classes and cultural activities.

The Brooklyn Arab American Friendship Center is a place where Arab American families can come to learn ESL, develop meaningful friendships, and bridge cross-cultural barriers. The mission began in September of 2004 to meet the felt needs of the Arab American immigrant community.

How we support them

How We Serve Together

Our volunteers lead classes and encourage the breakdown of cross-cultural barriers by consistently serving and engaging community members in relationships.

What We Help Fund

Our grants support program and hospitality supplies for Brooklyn Arab American Friendship Center.

Why We Love Them

Brooklyn Arab American Friendship Center is more than just a community center, it is a close-knit community that learns, celebrates, and grows together. Students originate from many countries in the Middle East.