Mission: GUEST
Aid for individuals with refugee and migration backgrounds
At BrainGreen, we believe that everyone deserves a safe home, a dignified life and a chance for a new beginning. Regardless of origin or history, we stand shoulder to shoulder with those forced to leave their homes or facing difficult circumstances. Our mission is to support people with refugee and migration backgrounds in building a new life, with dignity, independence and hope, in Poland and beyond.
Humanitarian Support
Dignity. Hope. New beginnings.
Our support in your new reality
Starting anew in a foreign country presents many challenges. We offer comprehensive support tailored to your needs, to help you adapt and move forward.
Psychological and legal support
- Therapy and crisis intervention for individuals and families coping with stress, trauma, and difficult experiences
- Legal aid for residency, employment law, contract management, and official formalities, in partnership with a specialised law firm
Skills development and career support
- Polish and English courses at various levels
- Computer literacy classes and vocational training
- Free coworking spaces with computers, printers, and office supplies
- CV preparation, job searching, and employer database
- Small business guidance including documentation and legal advice
Support for children and youth
Education:
- Polish and English language courses and personalised tutoring
- Remote learning with laptops and headphones for home country curricula
Integration:
- After-school centre, art and music activities, youth discussion club
- Group and individual psychological support
- Library with educational resources and literature
Humanitarian assistance and daily support
- Help finding safe housing for individuals and families
- Distribution of clothing, hygiene supplies, and essential necessities
- Addiction therapy and support programmes
- Personalised support for people with disabilities
- Accompanying individuals at hospital visits, official appointments, and legal processes
Crisis response and humanitarian aid
We act quickly in extreme situations, providing support where it is most needed. Some of our actions:
- Psychological counselling: Specialised support for victims of conflicts and crises, provided by experienced psychologists.
- Medical assistance: Supplying essential equipment to hospitals, including a high-capacity power generator to the hospital in Fastiv, Ukraine.
- Evacuation coordination: In November 2022, we evacuated 174 people from Zaporizhzhia, arranging transport, housing, and essential supplies.
- Humanitarian deliveries: Over four tons of food, medical supplies, and clothing to conflict zones. In April 2023, over 200 pairs of boots sent to the front lines in Ukraine.
- Global outreach: Following the earthquake in Turkey in February 2023, we delivered disinfectants, bandages, and material aid to affected areas.
Our results speak for themselves
To date, over 18,000 individuals have benefited from the various forms of assistance we provide.
children completed Polish language courses
children in remote learning under their home country's system
children participated in integrative educational activities
adults completed Polish courses
individuals secured jobs or started businesses
individuals utilised our workspaces
Economic empowerment through handicrafts
We support people with limited opportunities for full-time employment, due to age, disability, or the need to care for a child or person with a disability. Many of our beneficiaries are talented artisans.
- We provide raw materials for crafting handmade goods
- We facilitate free sales spaces through partnerships with Grand Bazar, Elektrownia Powiśle, and Wolskie Centrum Kultury
- We run workshops on handicrafts, online sales, and social media management
This initiative not only generates supplementary income but also offers therapeutic value and fosters a sense of purpose.
We remain committed to fostering resilience, independence, and dignity among those we serve. Every day presents new challenges, and we remain close to those in need, offering tailored assistance and hope for a better future.
Need support or want to help?
Whether you need assistance or want to volunteer your time and skills, we are here for you.
If you have questions or would like to join our language courses, access career support, or anything else, feel free to reach out. We also speak Ukrainian.