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Our multimedia resource library features content developed by both Switchboard and the larger resettlement community. You can browse the library by resource type, topic, population group, language, or publication year, or by using keywords through our search bar.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is expected to make policy changes that will affect many of the refugees we serve. This information is critical for clients to understand, and we encourage you to share it widely so affected individuals can seek legal assistance when needed. For more resources on supporting clients during this time,…
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Information and communication technology (ICT) refers to all devices, software, services, and applications that communicate, process, or manage information. Appropriate ICT is essential for virtual services to newcomers. To develop virtual services and select appropriate ICT, providers need to understand newcomers’ access levels, skills, and preferences. Key areas to survey include language needs, general literacy,…
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This Settle In video, a basic guide for newcomers, provides essential information for starting a job in the United States. It explains workers’ rights and how newcomers can protect themselves from fraudulent employment schemes. In this video, newcomers will learn: How to prove they are authorized to work, even if they are still waiting for…
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Are you working with newcomers and curious about evidence-based practices to support your clients, but you have limited time? Did you know that generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) can help you begin the research needed to help identify evidence-based interventions more efficiently. This blog walks you through how to use generative AI responsibly to support research…
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Immunizations (also called vaccinations) can help keep communities safe and healthy, especially with the changing of seasons. As we move into the winter months, respiratory illnesses like flu, COVID-19, RSV, and pneumonia become more common. The following blog post contains answers to six questions on common illnesses and vaccines for this time of year. As…
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Virtual and information services (VIS) are increasingly becoming a part of service provision for newcomers as organizations find innovative ways to connect with clients via technology. The standards we describe below will provide you with guidance for the design, build, launch, and implementation of VIS programming for newcomer clients.