This resource, adapted from the National Resource Center for Refugees, Immigrants and Migrants (NRC-RIM), is designed to help diverse populations navigate healthy eating on a budget in the United States. Originally created for Afghan newcomers, it now caters to a broader audience, incorporating nutrition education standards from the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior (SNEB) […]
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Switchboard has developed this toolkit in partnership with the Migration Policy Institute (MPI) to support public and private sector stakeholders involved in resettlement with conducting effective quarterly consultations (QCs). Those stakeholders include State Refugee Coordinators (SRCs), State Refugee Health Coordinators (SRHCs), national and local resettlement agency (RA) staff, ethnic community-based organizations (ECBOs), and others. After […]
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This toolkit is designed to enhance service providers’ understandings of gender awareness and specific cultural considerations when supporting Afghan Newcomers. It is intended to support person-centered, trauma informed care. The information contained in this toolkit was generated from cultural advisors who recommended areas of attention that service providers should bear in mind to ensure culturally […]
Afghan newcomers arriving to the United States often encounter a new healthcare landscape, marked by distinct protocols and unfamiliar systems. Tasks like filling a prescription, understanding patient rights, or effectively communicating with U.S. healthcare providers can pose unique challenges. The Healthcare Navigation Toolkit stands as a vital resource, tailored to empower individuals to engage confidently […]
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The Refugee Resettlement Program, overseen by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), provides vital funding to aid refugees in their resettlement journey. However, significant gaps persist in housing funding, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to secure and manage funding for housing initiatives that […]
Access to mental health services is challenging for Afghan newcomers, who often encounter linguistic, cultural, and logistical barriers when trying to seek help. In most locations where Afghans resettle in the U.S., there are few if any mental health providers that speak their language and understand their culture. IRC in Sacramento’s team used the Pathways […]
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This toolkit is a resource for health care providers who provide obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) care to Afghan newcomers. The toolkit includes information regarding Afghanistan, health care and health outcomes in Afghanistan, traditional practices and cultural norms for pregnant and postpartum Afghan women, recommendations for providing OB-GYN care and general health care to new Afghan […]
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Due to a shortage of affordable housing in the U.S., resettlement agencies and others who help newcomers find housing need more diverse and creative housing partnerships. This toolkit gives resettlement staff, sponsors, volunteers, and other community members practical guidance on how to thoroughly vet potential housing providers and their properties.
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Housing stability is a crucial aspect of refugee resettlement. Resettlement agencies and case managers play a vital role in supporting newcomers to find secure and sustainable housing to help rebuild their lives and thrive in new communities. This toolkit is designed to equip resettlement agency professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate […]
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As refugee housing providers, we understand the challenges newcomers face in finding and retaining stable housing. Navigating maintenance, budgeting for repairs, communicating with landlords, and accessing local resources can all be overwhelming. This guide aims to support both newcomers and their service providers by providing guidance on home maintenance for successful integration. Note: while the […]
