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Webinar Overview Many refugee service providers are mandated reporters—they’re required to report when they know or reasonably believe that a child or vulnerable adult has been abused, neglected, exploited, or abandoned. Yet some service providers may feel uncomfortable or confused about the reporting process. This webinar will cover the basics of mandatory reporting, including what is…
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Newcomer youth arrive in the U.S. with a variety of experiences, strengths, and resilience but may also face unique risks for abuse, neglect, exploitation, and marginalization. This Child Protection Roundtable Series will explore how service providers, caregivers, and program staff can work together to create safer, more supportive environments for youth. The three-part series will…
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This webinar is presented by Switchboard, a one-stop shop for refugee service providers in the United States. Learn more about Switchboard at www.SwitchboardTA.org Hosted on October 15, 2025, the training was delivered by Claire Hopkins, Training Officer, Switchboard; Carlyn Sperling, LLMSW, Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Program Director, Bethany Christian Services; and Regina Bernadin, PhD, Director of…
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This tip sheet provides strategies to encourage newcomer youth and families to participate in programs and services. It is a companion to the Info Guide: Strategies to Increase Refugee and Newcomer Youth and Family Participation in Programs and Services and offers quick, actionable tips for real-world application. These strategies can be applied in both mandatory…
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Hosted on September 17, 2025, the training was delivered by Claire Hopkins, Training Officer, Switchboard & Senior Director, Safety, Health & Education Technical Unit, International Rescue Committee; Beth Farmer, Senior Training Officer, Switchboard; and Jenna Christie-Tabron, Senior Training Officer, Switchboard. Newcomer youth arrive in the U.S. with a variety of experiences, strengths, and resilience but…
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Newcomer youth may face child protection concerns related to abuse, neglect, exploitation, or trafficking. This guide introduces the basics of child protection in the newcomer youth context and provides practical strategies for building safe, healing-centered environments. It can be used as a starting point for foster parents, case managers, and service providers. Additional resources, linked…
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This document was developed in response to thoughtful questions submitted during the public webinar Family Violence: Core Concepts for Newcomer-Serving Organizations hosted on July 16, 2025. While we were not able to answer all the questions live, we hope the responses below provide helpful guidance and clarity as you support clients who may be experiencing…
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Newcomer adolescents (10–19 years old) and youth (15–24 years old) face distinct challenges as they navigate young adulthood in a new environment. Service providers can play a pivotal role in supporting this demographic by implementing tailored strategies. This blog post outlines key recommendations for supporting youth health needs in a family-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive…
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Refugee and immigrant children often arrive in the U.S. with unique health care needs and experiences shaped by trauma, displacement, and cultural transition. Service providers play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and integration of newcomer children. This blog post outlines key recommendations for supporting newcomer children and their families’ health needs in…
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Hosted on July 16th, 2025, the training was delivered by Jasmine Griffin, MA, LPC and Jess Dalpe, LMSW. Newcomers face unique challenges that increase their risk of experiencing family violence including intimate partner violence (IPV) and domestic violence (DV). Power dynamics play a critical role in shaping this vulnerability. Gaining a deeper understanding of…
