About Us
Who we are
We are a non-profit organization with 501(c)(3) status. We help immigrant children, youth, and families overcome socio-cultural and economic barriers and achieve self-resilience. We provide them with a friendly environment and advocate for them by creating more connections, friendships, and opportunities. To get help, click HERE.
Life is happening now. Dream it, declare it, and do it.
Our team
Our amazing team of regulars and part-time volunteers are committed to helping others. We take our convictions and turn them into action.
Think you would be a good fit? Get in touch for more information!
Our Board of Director
Board of Director members’ emails:
- Azi-s
- Ali_S:
Finance@upwardknowledge.com
- Ellie Z
- Sepideh:
Volunteers@upwardknowledge.com
- Shirin
Supprtgroups@upwardknowledge.com
- Azadeh
Cultural liaison and communications
Vision
We are the source of life transformation, connection, and the freedom to live the life you deserve.
Mission
- Providing services to immigrant children, youth, and families to ensure smooth acculturation and integration into the new culture, society, and system.
- Ensuring that they flourish physically, emotionally, and educationally, and that no child is left behind or bullied.
- Be the source of life transformation through educational programs.
- Being a community and upholding each other.
Value
- Inclusion
- Respect
- Integrity
- Compassion
- Transparency
Upward Knowledge does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation in any of its activities, educational policies, or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.