Employment
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
An article on The Refugee Family Child Care Microenterprise Development (RFCCMED) program, which helps newly arrived refugees and ORR-eligible individuals start home based child care businesses.
Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
An article on the Refugee Microenterprise Development (MED) Program, which supports ORR-eligible populations by providing loans, training, and technical assistance to help them start and grow small businesses.
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.
Source: RightsforHealth
An overview of available resources in New York State, including local free clinics, dental care services, housing and support for women and LGBTQIA individuals, sexual violence support services, addiction counseling, safe needle exchange programs, immigration legal services and pro bono assistance, as well as information on the Public Charge rule.