We have curated a multimedia library of content developed both by Switchboard and by former ORR-funded TA providers. You can browse the library by resource type, view a full list of uploads, or use the search area to access content by topic, author, year, and more.
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Toolkit: Tenant Toolkit
Author(s): Refugee Housing Solutions
Date: August 10, 2023
Topic(s): Housing
Date: August 10, 2023
Topic(s): Housing
If you are a newcomer to the U.S. seeking housing and want to learn how to be a successful renter and navigate the U.S. rental housing market, we welcome you to explore the RHS Tenant Toolkit. This comprehensive tool for newcomer applicants and renters contains vital information and resources on searching for housing, what to …
Toolkit: How to Recruit and Retain Housing Providers Toolkit
Author(s): Refugee Housing Solutions
Date: July 25, 2023
Topic(s): Housing
Date: July 25, 2023
Topic(s): Housing
This toolkit is a comprehensive review of all details, from planning through outreach and stewardship, for resettlement agency staff. The toolkit shares new and different ways to reach previously unused housing providers, with a focus on networking and hitting the streets.
Toolkit: Resources for organizations and communities on the end of the PHE
Author(s): National Resource Center for Refugees, Immigrants, and Migrants (NRC-RIM)
Date: June 1, 2023
Topic(s): Health
Subtopic(s): COVID-19
Date: June 1, 2023
Topic(s): Health
Subtopic(s): COVID-19
On May 11, 2023, the public health emergency (PHE) will expire and many will see changes in COVID-19 healthcare costs, insurance coverage and renewals, and food benefits. These changes are likely to disproportionately impact some refugee, immigrant, and migrant (RIM) communities. Use these resources to equip your organization and the clients you serve to be …
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Toolkit: Safety and Wellness: Training + Resources
Author(s): Center for Adjustment, Resilience, and Recovery (CARRE)
Date: June 1, 2023
Topic(s): Mental Health and Wellness
Subtopic(s): Behavioral Healthcare
Date: June 1, 2023
Topic(s): Mental Health and Wellness
Subtopic(s): Behavioral Healthcare
The Safety & Wellness Benchmarks are a compilation of 15 individual scales that measure observable change during the provision of case management for forcibly displaced populations in the United States.
Toolkit: Getting Started with Communities of Practice
Author(s): Switchboard
Date: May 11, 2023
Topic(s): Community Engagement
Date: May 11, 2023
Topic(s): Community Engagement
This toolkit, created by Switchboard, provides an overview of what to expect when getting started in communities of practice (CoP). Switchboard offers several communities of practice throughout the year.
Toolkit: After the Earthquake: Helping Young Children Heal
Author(s): National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
Date: April 13, 2023
Topic(s): Child, Youth, and Family Services
Subtopic(s): Child and Youth Wellbeing
Date: April 13, 2023
Topic(s): Child, Youth, and Family Services
Subtopic(s): Child and Youth Wellbeing
This resource, created by NCTSN, provides information on how parents can help their young children cope with the aftermath of an earthquake. The resource is available in several languages.
Toolkit: Accessing Federal Student Aid for Refugee Youth and Adults: Resources and Tips for Successful Application Processing
Author(s): Switchboard
Date: March 9, 2023
Topic(s): Adult Education, Child, Youth, and Family Services, Financial Capabilities
Subtopic(s): Child and Youth Education, Higher Education
Date: March 9, 2023
Topic(s): Adult Education, Child, Youth, and Family Services, Financial Capabilities
Subtopic(s): Child and Youth Education, Higher Education
The cost of postsecondary education continues to rise each year. For many refugee youth and adults, accessing financial aid determines whether they will be able to pursue their postsecondary academic goals. While supporting clients in applying for financial aid can be a daunting task, having a strong understanding of the policies and requirements can make …
Toolkit: Landlord Toolkit
Author(s): Refugee Housing Solutions
Date: March 6, 2023
Topic(s): Housing
Subtopic(s): Landlords
Date: March 6, 2023
Topic(s): Housing
Subtopic(s): Landlords
This comprehensive tool, created by Refugee Housing Solutions, for housing providers contains key information and resources on renting to refugees, including the resettlement process, support available to refugees when renting, FAQs, and more.
Toolkit: Supporting Families Resettling in the U.S.
Author(s): Sesame Street
Date: February 21, 2023
Topic(s): Child, Youth, and Family Services
Subtopic(s): Child and Youth Education
Date: February 21, 2023
Topic(s): Child, Youth, and Family Services
Subtopic(s): Child and Youth Education
Service providers can help families situate their experiences—both good and bad—into the broader context of their lives. They can also help them acknowledge, discover, and leverage their strengths every step of the way. The resources and activities in this guide are designed to build on families’ resilience by teaching ways to navigate transitions while maintaining …
Toolkit: Housing Toolkit: Navigating Online Housing Resources & Housing Search
Author(s): Refugee Housing Solutions
Date: October 14, 2022
Topic(s): Housing
Subtopic(s): Federal Housing Programs
Date: October 14, 2022
Topic(s): Housing
Subtopic(s): Federal Housing Programs
Finding the appropriate housing requires having the right tools, and the internet is a tool that can improve and expand one’s housing search. This resource page, created by Refugee Housing Solutions, will connect you to federal, state, and housing providers, search engines, and other sources. It will also provide property managers and landlords with accessible …
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