Our Three Pillars
The International Institute of St. Louis offers comprehensive adjustment services for refugees and immigrants in our community. In turn, these newcomers expand the richness of St. Louis’ diversity and help revitalize our economy.

Pillar 1: Immersion
The Institute offers a variety of social and educational programs to alleviate poverty among some of our newest residents. Today, the Institute reaches more than 8,000 new Americans from 40 countries with a broad array of integrative services, including English classes, job placement, counseling and social work, refugee resettlement, translation and interpretation.

Pillar 2: Investment
Immigrant entrepreneurs are valuable members of any city’s economy. The Institute offers technical assistance, micro-finance funds, and interpretation and translation for these newcomers. In turn immigrant entrepreneurs help revitalize the St. Louis economy.

Pillar 3: Inclusion
The Institute produces the annual Festival of Nations, which showcases multicultural performances, demonstrations, and food. Offered free to the general public, the festival draws 125,000 visitors together while raising money and awareness for people-in-need.

Together we can write success stories
Join us in helping immigrants and refugees become independent and valuable contributors to the St. Louis community. Their presence results in a better St. Louis for us all.

Together, we can improve lives and help strengthen the St. Louis region.