State Eligibility
Source: National Immigrant Women’s Advocacy Project
Charts that list available federal and state benefits based on an immigrant’s state and immigration status.
Source: National Immigrant Women’s Advocacy Project
Interactive maps that list available public benefits based on an immigrant’s state and immigration status.
Source: NYSED
An article on the NYS Migrant Education Program, which establishes and improves education programs as well as support services for migrant children.
Source: Advocates for Children of New York
A guide on the school enrollment process in NYC, with steps and resources included.
Source: NYSED
An article that outlines immigrant students’ civil rights and how to best support these students in the classroom.
Source: NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
An article on the Welcome to Our Schools (WtOS) program.
This program helps refugee children transition into New York State schools and supports parents in becoming active partners in their education through specialized curricula, student activities, and parent and teacher training.
Source: OPEN ARMS
A report that outlines the enrollment support available at the Asylum Seeker Navigation Centre in NYC.
Available support includes free translation services, backpacks and essential supplies, transportation assistance, and access to Title I Students in Temporary Housing (STH) funds for asylum-seeking families.
Source: Can Code Communities
An article on New Americans Can Code, which is a 10-week digital literacy pilot in partnership with the New York State Office for New Americans to build computer and software skills.
Source: NYS Department of State
An article on Cell-Ed, which is a free, mobile learning tool sponsored by the New York State Office for New Americans.
It offers 24/7 access to English and job skills training without the need for a smartphone or internet.
Source: Governor Kathy Hochul
An article that shares information about the expansion of the NYS Professional Pathways for High-Skilled Immigrants Program to match new Americans to jobs that fit their skills.
Source: NYS Department of Labor
An article that provides information on how asylum seekers in New York can access employment opportunities immediately after receiving federal work authorization.