Who We Are
SCARF is an independent, community-focused and volunteer-powered not-for-profit that supports humanitarian refugee entrants to rebuild their lives in Wollongong and the Illawarra.
Since SCARF’s founding in 2005, more than 2100 people from refugee backgrounds – from 14 different countries of origin (Afghanistan, Burma, Burundi, Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Iran, Iraq, Liberia, Lybia, Palestine, Sierra Leone, Sudan, Syria, Tibet and Togo) – have benefited from one or more of SCARF services. Over 250 volunteers are actively engaged in SCARF services at any one time.
Our Vision:
Is to see refugee entrants happily settled and participating fully in the life of the wider community.
Our Purpose:
Is to provide refugee support by creating connections and generating opportunities that build a sense of belonging; promote social and economic inclusion; and empower individuals and families to lead independent lives.
Learn more about SCARF’s seven core programs.
Hear about how you can support SCARF’s work.
Read stories of resilience and friendship from our community.
