The Northwest Alliance of

Information and Referral Systems (NW-AIRS)

Grants of up to $500 each are available for member agencies to offer training to I&R professionals in your community
and

NW-AIRS Individual Training Scholarships
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  The Northwest Alliance of Information and Referral Systems (NW-AIRS) is dedicated to developing and maintaining a high quality, coordinated information and referral network for the Northwest. Established in 1986, NW-AIRS serves the Northwestern States of Washington, Oregon and Idaho

Mission Statement:

    The mission of the NW-AIRS is to develop and maintain a high quality, coordinated network of information and referral, information and assistance, and resource and referral professionals in the northwest; promote excellence and accessibility in the field of information and referral; and advance the professionalism of the membership.

NW-AIRS Objectives

  1. Promote excellence in the field of information and referral.
  2. Provide a vehicle for peer support, regular communication, and training.
  3. Support cooperation between information and referral providers.

What is I&R?
    Information and Referral is the process of helping people to understand their problems and make informed decisions regarding possible solutions. Information and referral programs are the traditional point of contact for people in the community who require information about or linkage with human service providers. People in need can use I&R programs to find the services that can best alleviate or eliminate that need.