Refugees in U.S. struggle to find long-term work
WEBFeb 3, 2022 · Refugees are less likely to be employed the longer they live in the United States, despite unique and early access to employment services, according to new Cornell research. Gaining lawful permanent residency status immediately helps refugees find jobs, but after five years their employment actually declines, researchers found in their study ...
Refugees - USCIS
WEBJun 21, 2024 · As a refugee, you may legally work as soon as you arrive in the United States. When you are admitted to the United States you will receive a Form I-94 containing a refugee admission stamp. We will also create a digital Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization , for you.
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants - USCRI
WEBWorking with nearly 200 affiliates, we provide legal, social, and health services to refugees, unaccompanied migrating children, trafficking survivors, and other immigrants in all 50 states, El Salvador, Honduras, Kenya and Mexico.
How Does the U.S. Refugee System Work?
WEBMar 26, 2024 · As defined by U.S. law and the United Nations’ 1951 Refugee Convention, refugees are migrants seeking entry from a third country who are able to demonstrate that they have been persecuted, or...
Volunteer | International Rescue Committee (IRC)
WEBVolunteers play a critical role in helping refugees and immigrants thrive in the United States. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) offers volunteer opportunities to work remotely and in person (while following COVID-19 precautions).
2022 Global Refugee Work Rights Report - Refugees International
WEBJul 28, 2022 · Safeguard refugees’ rights at work through enforcement and support legal aid for refugees who experience workplace violations. Donors should: Incentivize host governments to expand refugees’ right to work. Some concessional funding should be tied to policies and implementation of refugees’ rights.
Refugees | UNHCR
WEBRefugees are people forced to flee conflict or persecution and seek safety in another country. UNHCR protects refugees and works to find long-term solutions.
Welcome Corps at Work: Connecting U.S. Employers with Skilled Refugee …
WEBApr 17, 2024 · The Welcome Corps at Work matches U.S. employers with skilled refugees for dignified, decent jobs in critical industries such as healthcare, education, and information technology.
WEBThe U.S. Employers’ Guide to Hiring Refugees is a manual to assist businesses that are interested in hiring refugees and have questions about the logistics and practicality of hiring refugees in the United States.
UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency
WEBUNHCR helps to save lives and build better futures for the millions of people forced to flee their homes. UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency works to ensure that everybody has the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge, having fled violence, persecution or war at home.
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