About IMAA
Building Bridges Between Cultures Since 1984Mission: Building bridges between cultures through service, education, and access.
Vision: A welcoming and harmonious community for all.
Our Story
Intercultural Mutual Assistance Association, IMAA, is a 501(c)(3) non profit founded in 1984 by Mr. Robert “Bob” Jones III (1942-2011). He identified a need to empower refugees to develop and lead self-help programs. It was with this vision that Mr. Jones founded IMAA.
Refugees and immigrants arrive in Rochester from many different countries around the world including Somalia, Syria, Ethiopia, Sudan, Burma, Bhutan, and Iraq. They have demonstrated strength, perseverance, resourcefulness, and courage in the face of remarkable hardships and challenges.
IMAA has served hundreds of newcomers every year by helping to create stability, self-sufficiency, independence, and to build community. As a result, many have attained these goals and have become engaged, established, and contributing members of the community.
Years in Business
Team Members
Refugees and Immigrants Served
Our Philosophy
Cultural Humility
We remain humble and value our desire to learn about other cultures.
Compassion
We genuinely care about the individuals we serve.
Dignity and Respect
We uphold our values and believe that human dignity deserves to be protected.
Collaboration
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IMAA Language Services
If you would like to schedule an interpreter or speak with one of our Language Services coordinators, please contact IMAA using the information below:
Phone: 507-289-5960
Email: languageservices@imaa.net
Business Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
