Organization Overview

We are a 501(c)3 non-profit located in Omaha, Nebraska, who actively advocate for the human dignity of our refugee population by providing critical resources that both relieve suffering and enable resettled families to thrive in their new environments. Everything that we do stems from our belief that someone needs to see the needs of refugees in our community and then something needs to be done. Restoring Dignity began in July 2012, after the tragic death of a young South Sudanese refugee woman spurred community members to begin providing resources to refugee families. What began as a one-time event to help her family soon turned into an organization that has grown exponentially over the past 11 years. To date, Restoring Dignity has served tens of thousands of refugees in the Omaha, Nebraska area, by providing them with in-home education and much-needed household items. Our specialty is bringing the community of Omaha together to serve the needs of the many refugee families who now call Omaha home.
Hannah Vlach Founder and Executive Director
Bridget Perry Director of Systems and Organizational Development
Cory Nelson Board Member
Emily Klug
Leah Sawyer Baker Board Secretary
Mandy Wood Board Member
Mary Blaney Board President and Treasurer
Paw Htoo Welcome Home Program Director
Rosy Htu Board Member
TW Huntington Board Member
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