The ARDC Working Group

All projects are designed and implemented in close consultation with the ARDC Working Group which meets on a fortnightly basis. Its members are drawn from nine African refugee communities found in Israel, namely Sudan, Eritrea, DRC, Ethiopia, Somalia, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Congo Brazzaville and Central African Republic. The ARDC Working Group members are either elected by their community as its leaders or are active and influential community members.

The Working Group recognizes that if united as one voice, the various refugee communities can strengthen their influence to effect policy change. The body serves as a conduit between ARDC and the communities so that we understand events as they are developing on the ground and the communities can help us formulate an appropriate response. Working Group members also volunteer in all aspects of our projects and frequently assist with translation. The Working Group is also responsible for arranging activities to raise public awareness at special events such as on International Refugee Day and other activities as part of our Giving Back with Love project.