The Nationalities Service Center (NSC), a non-profit organization, is dedicated to assisting immigrants and refugees through various social, educational, and legal services. The services provided by NSC include:
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Language Access & Proficiency Program
This program offers interpretation and translation services to immigrants and refugees. For assistance, contact Greg Niedt at gniedt@nscphila.org. Requests for interpretation and translation services can be submitted via email to intrequests@nscphila.org or translation@nscphila.org.
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Employment and Advancement Programs
Immigrants and refugees can access comprehensive employment opportunities, training courses, post-placement or retention assistance, interview skills training, and mock interviews through this program. To become a refugee employer, submit applications to employmentteam@nscphila.org.
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Mental Health and Wellness Programs
NSC provides medical support for immigrants and refugees facing severe illness or health issues. For mental health and wellness programs, contact Gretchen Shanfeld at gshanfeld@nscphila.org or call 215-893-8400 ext 1540.
Nationalities Service Center Location
For general inquiries, requests, and complaints, contact the service organization by phone at
(215) 893-8400, via fax at (215) 735-9718, or email at
help@nscphila.org.
For Donation Inquiries
To inquire about donations, contact Alison Hasen-Decelles at
215-893-8400 ext 1544 or email at
ahansen-decelles@nscphila.org.
The organization operates from Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (closing at 2:00 p.m. on Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day).
Volunteer and Donation Opportunities
For volunteer and donation programs, contact Jackie McCann at
(267) 540-8511 or email at
jmccann@nscphila.org.
NSC is located at 1216 Arch Street, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
For Volunteer Inquiries
For information on volunteering, email
volunteers@nscphila.org.
Online English Classes & Specialized Courses
For English speaking and specialized courses, contact Betsy O'Neil Smith, Education Program Coordinator, at
boneilsmith@nscphila.org.
Domestic Violence Programs/Immigration Legal Services
For domestic violence programs and legal services, contact the program coordinator at the National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-888-799-(7233) or email at
bgorski@nscphila.org.
Young Friends Program
The Young Friends Program, for individuals aged 21-35, accepts joining requests via email at
youngfriends@nscphila.org.