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Switchboard is a one-stop resource hub for refugee service providers in the United States. With the support of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), we offer tools and materials, learning opportunities, research, and technical assistance on resettlement-related topics. From employment, education, and health, to monitoring and evaluation, Switchboard’s focus areas reflect real-world needs.
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Child Care Resources for Refugee Service Providers: Ensuring Working Families Thrive

Refugee and newcomer families are often confronted with the daunting challenge of integrating into a new society while seeking gainful employment. This can be especially

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November 29, 2023 No Comments
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Reimagining Refugee Resettlement: Four Highlights from Switchboard’s Inaugural Research Symposium

The inaugural Refugee Resettlement Research Symposium took place from August 22–24, 2023. From three days of rich discussion, attendees gained perspectives from across sectors, examined

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November 3, 2023 No Comments
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Helping Clients Prepare for Initial Medical Appointments

Navigating the U.S. health care system can be challenging. In this post, we share ideas about how service providers can help prepare newcomer clients for

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October 23, 2023 No Comments
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Meeting Newcomers’ Protection Needs Part I: A Collection of Resources on Community Safety and Crime

Refugees and newcomers are survivors of violence, persecution, and other complex situations that arise before and during resettlement. After long and dangerous migration journeys, many

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October 20, 2023 No Comments
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Meeting Newcomers’ Protection Needs Part II: A Collection of Resources on Sexual and Gender-based Violence

Refugees and newcomers are survivors of violence, persecution, and other complex situations that arise before and during resettlement. Refugee and newcomer clients may, at times,

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October 20, 2023 No Comments
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Two Years Since the Fall of Afghanistan: Useful Resources to Support Afghan Newcomers in the U.S.

This August marks the two-year anniversary of the Taliban’s return to power in Afghanistan. During this two-year period, the United States has welcomed over 90,000

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August 9, 2023 No Comments
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Looking for Local Healthcare Providers Who Can Serve Refugee and Immigrant Patients? A New Directory Can Help!

It can be difficult for service providers and communities to locate healthcare providers who are trained in refugee and immigrant health best practices. In addition,

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May 31, 2023 No Comments
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Combating Child Labor Trafficking: A Resource Collection for Providers Serving URMs and Other Youth

Child labor trafficking is an important area of concern for service providers who support Unaccompanied Refugee Minors (URMs). Due to their unique circumstances, children and

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April 4, 2023 No Comments
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Resource Collection: Getting Started in Navigating ORR Eligibility

Determining whether a potential client is eligible for Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)-funded services can sometimes be a challenge. This blog post gathers some key

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March 16, 2023 1 Comment
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Resource Collection: Legal Services for Afghan Newcomers

Newcomers from Afghanistan face many resettlement challenges in the United States. The process of obtaining legal status is an especially difficult hurdle to navigate. Afghans

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March 2, 2023 No Comments
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