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Spotlight on Ansar’s Former Paralegal Tala Areiqat
Tala Areiqat’s time at Ansar’s Immigration Clinic was marked by compassion, dedication, and a genuine commitment to serving immigrant families in the community. Through her work with the clinic, she helped clients navigate difficult legal processes while offering patience, professionalism, and care to those seeking guidance and support. Her thoughtful approach and willingness to learn made her a valued part of the team and left a lasting impact on both clients and colleagues
Ansar Pitt
May 114 min read


Spotlight on Ansar’s Former Paralegal Zeyad Amr
As Zeyad Amr prepares to begin his next chapter at Harvard University, we reflect with gratitude on the dedication, professionalism, and compassion he brought to Ansar’s Immigration Clinic. During his time with the clinic, Zeyad worked closely with refugees, asylees, and immigrant families, helping clients navigate complex legal systems with care and empathy. As he moves forward in pursuing a legal career focused on advocacy and systemic impact, he shares a few reflections on
Ansar Pitt
May 113 min read


Spotlight on Ansar’s Former Immigration Clinic Coordinator Anastasiia Bacon
After years of dedicated service to Ansar’s Immigration Clinic, Anastasiia Bacon is transitioning into the next chapter of her journey. As she steps into her career as an attorney, she shares a few reflections from her time with us: "When I joined Ansar as a paralegal, I was driven by a deep belief in the organization’s mission to uplift and empower immigrant communities. As an immigrant from Ukraine, I understood firsthand the uncertainty, fear, and hope that accompany ever
Ansar Pitt
Apr 232 min read


$100 for Hope: Help Us Reach Our Goal of $100,000
We need your support to continue our work with refugee and immigrant families. Please donate $100 to help us serve our communities. The...
Ansar Pitt
Feb 15, 20251 min read


Job Opportunities Available!
Looking for a job? We're here to help! At ANSAR, we have dedicated team members ready to connect you with local businesses eager to hire...
Ansar Pitt
Apr 5, 20241 min read


ANSAR Secures $50K in Grants to Empower Immigrants in Pennsylvania
We are thrilled to announce that ANSAR has been awarded two significant grants, totaling $50,000, in recognition of our commitment to...
Ansar Pitt
Oct 23, 20232 min read


USCRI DAY OF ACTION
ANSAR of Pittsburgh joins the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants call for the redesignation and extension of Afghanistan for...
Ansar Pitt
Sep 1, 20232 min read


A Partnership with The Salvation Army's Welcome Home Project
We are pleased to announce that ANSAR of Pittsburgh has partnered with The Salvation Army Chartiers Valley Service Center to provide...
Ansar Pitt
Apr 27, 20231 min read


'There’s someone in need': Pittsburgh-area groups unite in support of earthquake victims
https://www.post-gazette.com/news/faith-religion/2023/02/19/pittsburgh-interfaith-vigil-turkey-syria-earthquake-donations/stories/2023021...
Ansar Pitt
Mar 13, 20234 min read


Empowered Recipes
At ANSAR, our Women Empowerment program aims to fosters leadership qualities and helps to transfer ideas and skills into meaningful work....
Ansar Pitt
Jan 28, 20232 min read


Healing Mental Health with Art
According to the World Health Organization, about one in eight people in the world live with a mental disorder. Individuals who have...
Ansar Pitt
Jan 28, 20231 min read


How ANSAR spreads Pittsburgh’s welcome mat a little wider
Dr. Wiam Younes of ANSAR stands outside of her Carnegie office. Photo: Sebastian Foltz TV news shows another appalling refugee or...
Ansar Pitt
Jan 28, 20235 min read
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