Switchboard provides tools, learning opportunities, research, and technical assistance covering a range of topics related to the newcomer experience.
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
The Preferred Communities (PC) program provides intensive case management services to refugees and ORR-eligible populations with special needs within five years of arrival to the
One strong source of evidence and several smaller moderate and suggestive studies show that interventions on intergenerational relationships can help decrease negative mental health symptoms
Hosted on November 7, 2023, the training was delivered by Sarah Clarke, MSPH, coordinator for the Society of Refugee Healthcare Providers and co-organizer of the
Successfully accessing federal student aid often determines whether newcomers can pursue college and career school here in the United States. Staying up to date on
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
Case notes are important tools used to track service providers’ interactions with clients and document relevant program data. This template, developed by Switchboard, is an
This guide, developed by Switchboard, seeks to clarify the types of documents that Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)-eligible populations can use for Form I-9, offer
Safety planning and emergency preparedness are crucial aspects to consider when resettling a refugee family in the United States. Refugees may face specific challenges as
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