Cafewal operates in the basement of Elim House of Worship in New York City's East Village, where it offers free meals to support single adult asylum seekers. Amidst the backdrop of cold weather and bureaucratic challenges faced by refugees, this restaurant not only alleviates hunger through its bulgogi lunch service but also empowers attendees through job training initiatives. Local mutual aid organizations initiated this program, creating a communal space where patrons can learn about working in restaurants, testifying to the city's resilience and compassion in the face of displacement.
Cafewal, nestled in the basement of a church, serves free meals to asylum seekers while providing job training, showing the community's compassion in action.
The kitchen fills with the aroma of bulgogi on busy lunch days, highlighting how food serves as a bridge to support refugees during tough times.
The initiative not only addresses hunger but also empowers single adult refugees with skills to work in New York's vibrant restaurant scene.
East Village Neighbors Who Care collaborated with local charity groups to transform Cafewal into a hub for food and job support for asylum seekers.
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