What is Family Twinning?

Family Twinning pairs Iranian families with international volunteer families for ongoing friendship and support. This isn't just a one-time connection—it's about building lasting relationships where families can share experiences, learn from each other's cultures, help children practice languages, and provide mutual emotional support.

Benefits for Iranian Families

Language Practice

Children get regular English (or other language) practice through natural conversations with peer families.

Emotional Support

Connect with families who care about your well-being and understand the challenges you face.

Cultural Exchange

Share Persian culture while learning about other cultures, broadening horizons for everyone.

Global Network

Build international connections that can provide insights, opportunities, and lifelong friendships.

Kids' Socialization

Children make friends with kids their age from different parts of the world.

Practical Advice

Get tips on everyday challenges like navigating systems, job hunting, or parenting in new contexts.

How Family Twinning Works

1

Create Your Family Profile

Share information about your family: ages of children, interests, languages you speak, and what you're hoping to gain from the connection.

2

Get Matched

Our system matches Iranian families with international volunteer families based on compatibility factors like children's ages, interests, and languages.

3

Review 3 Options

You'll see profiles of 3 potential match families. Review their information and select the one that feels like the best fit.

4

Connect & Build

Once matched, start messaging! Families typically schedule regular video calls, share photos, celebrate holidays together, and build a genuine friendship over time.

5

Ongoing Connection

There's no time limit. These connections are meant to be long-term. Families stay connected as long as both sides want to maintain the relationship.

Ready to Connect Your Family?

Create a free account to complete your family profile and get matched with an international family.

Common Questions

Is this program really free?

Yes! Family Twinning is completely free. International families volunteer their time because they care about building connections and supporting Iranian families.

How much time commitment is required?

It's flexible! Most families connect 1-2 times per month via video call and message in between. You decide what works for your schedules.

Is my privacy protected?

Absolutely. We never share personally identifying information like full names, addresses, or exact locations without your explicit consent. Your safety and privacy are our top priorities.