Empowering New Americans through employment opportunities, career development, and mentorship.
New Americans seeking employment or entrepreneurship support
From friendsofrefugees.com/employment-and-entrepreneurship ↗When we welcome New Americans into our country, we’re often welcoming educated, skilled workers. Despite their abilities, they often face limited employment opportunities due to language barriers, a lack of connections in the American workforce, and limited access to financial resources.
Start:ME Business Accelerator with Emory equips emerging entrepreneurs with business training, mentorship, and access to capital—helping build strong, local businesses that strengthen communities.
Family Job Class combines workplace literacy with practical job placement support. It includes classroom instruction, along with one-on-one volunteer guidance for résumé preparation, job applications, interview coaching, and direct referrals to employment opportunities.
Language & LiteracyOpening educational, social, and economic opportunities through literacy.
Childbirth & Maternal HealthGuiding refugee women in the prenatal and postpartum experience through education, wrap-around support, and a caring community.
Healthy Food AccessEnriching the lives of refugee families by providing a safe space to grow nutritious food and build genuine community.