Open Doors: Breaking Language Barriers in Housing Access
Open Doors is a groundbreaking language access program, designed to support immigrants, refugees, and people learning English in navigating housing-related challenges.
Launched in 2024, the program provides free interpretation and translation services to ensure that language is never a barrier to stable housing, essential resources, and community engagement.
World Speaks is not an affordable housing or legal agency. We cannot provide any legal assistance or give legal advice. We do not have affordable housing resources or properties available.
Our Impact
- 6,444 individuals served in the first year
- 12 languages provided, including Karen, Spanish, Arabic, and Burmese
- Key partnerships with organizations like CIRA, Project Houseworks, and Restoring Dignity
Why It Matters
Language barriers prevent thousands of individuals in Omaha from accessing safe and affordable housing. Open Doors ensures that every voice is heard by:
✔ Empowering families with accurate, multilingual information
✔ Supporting housing nonprofits in serving diverse communities
✔ Bridging the gap between landlords, agencies, and people learning English
Our Services
- Oral Interpretation (in-person & remote) for housing applications, legal resources, and community meetings
- Written Translation of vital documents, including lease agreements, rental assistance forms, and housing studies
- Cultural Orientation Support to help newcomers understand tenant rights, homeownership, and local housing policies
Engage with us
If you’re a nonprofit, landlord, or housing provider, we invite you to partner with us to create a more welcoming Omaha. If you or someone you know needs language assistance for housing, contact us today
FAQ’s
Members of our community who speak Spanish, Arabic, and Burmese, property owners, and organizations who serve groups who speak these languages.
Yes, please fill out the form above to have your project considered.
World Speaks is NOT an affordable housing agency. We can provide language assistance to help you contact an agency, but we do not have any housing resources available.
Contact Arturo at +1 (402) 237-8737 or by email at arturoag@worldspeaksomaha.org
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We remove language barriers so that every member of our community has access to vital information, resources, engagement opportunities, and a voice in how their community is shaped.
Mailing Address:
World Speaks
7914 W Dodge Rd #475
Omaha, NE 68114