Resources
This resource library contains links to helpful and relevant resources for immigrant communities. The resources have been compiled and checked for accuracy by the RightsforHealth team.
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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.
Source: Higher Education Services Corporation
An article that provides information on the NYS DREAM Act, which allows undocumented and other eligible students to apply for New York State administered financial aid for higher education.
Source: Higher Ed Immigration Portal
An article that provides information on resources and organizations that assist with credential recognition.
Source: RightsforHealth
A report that offers an overview of public benefits available in New York State.
Source: RightsforHealth
A chart listing local free medical clinics and affordable or low-cost dental clinics in New York State.
Source: The Center for Urban Pedagogy
A guide on how to get health insurance as an immigrant and/or transgender, gender non-conforming, or nonbinary New Yorker.
Source: Immigrant Legal Resource Center
A list of public benefits programs that do NOT trigger public charge and are safe to use.
Source: Empire Justice Center and the New York Immigration Coalition
A chart that lists federal benefits and New York State benefits based on immigration status.
It also identifies which benefits could potentially have public charge implications.