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Hosted on May 13th, 2024 the training was delivered by Lillie Hinkle, Associate Policy Analyst with the Migration Policy Institute (MPI) National Center on Immigrant Integration Policy; Barbara Day, consultant to national and state refugee resettlement programs; Meg Sagaria-Barritt, the Integration Partnerships Coordinator for the Colorado Refugee Services Program (CRSP); and, Sean Kirkpatrick, Coordinator of […]
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This information guide provides an overview of the different kinds of organizations and institutions that ethnic community-based organizations (ECBOs) can partner with in their local communities. This guide uses the term “partnerships” to refer to a continuum of relationships—from informal ones that simply involve sharing information to formal ones that involve sharing resources and running […]
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The AHLAN Manual is a dynamic document aimed at eliminating barriers to refugee resettlement and fostering inclusion by reshaping the landscape of refugee resettlement through the establishment of Resettlement Campuses. Developed by Every Campus A Refuge in collaboration with several organizations, this manual fills a crucial gap for campuses striving to cultivate a sense of […]
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Hosted on April 7, 2021, this training was delivered by Christina Pope, Senior Network Director at Welcoming America; and George Zavala, Western Regional Manager at Welcoming America. As refugee service providers prepare for an increase in arrivals, it is important to reactivate public-sector relationships and explore concrete partnerships that can help meet your local goals. […]
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As refugee service providers prepare for an increase in arrivals, it is important to reactivate public-sector relationships and explore concrete partnerships to help meet your goals for refugee inclusion. This guide describes strategies for meaningfully re-engaging public-sector stakeholders, whether you are looking to collaborate with public schools, public health departments, or other public actors. This […]
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Watch this three-minute video to learn about four tips for approaching prospective employer partners about hiring refugees. The video covers the process of initiating contact with prospective employer partners, how to approach a first meeting, and building a productive partnership.
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This webinar was facilitated by Sarah Krause, Consultant, Sarah Krause Consulting and Meg Gibbon, Program Officer for Learning and Knowledge Management, Switchboard. By the end of this 60-minute session, you will be able to: Identify the advantages of community resource mapping; Describe how to determine which community resources may be of greatest benefit to […]
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These Community Resource Mapping Templates are intended to support you in your community resource mapping process. Community resource mapping is the process of identifying and aligning assets within a defined area to accomplish stated objectives. It supports integration by engaging community members, cultivating new partnerships, strengthening referral pathways, and coordinating services. You may also hear […]
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This Community Engagement Toolkit was created to help organizations and community groups identify their current strengths and consider specific new strategies and tactics for expanding and deepening their collaborations in order to promote welcoming communities. The get-started guide provides quick tips and strategies for taking the first steps.
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This guide includes information on creating safe spaces, forming community, collaborating with external partners, case management services, housing, employment, leveraging support from LGBTQI+ communities, and engaging communities of faith.
