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Teen dating violence (TDV), sometimes called dating abuse or dating violence, refers to any pattern of behaviors used to gain or maintain power and control in a dating or romantic relationship between partners who are teenagers (between the ages of 12 and 20). TDV can happen in person or through technology and includes behaviors that…
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Meaningful informed consent entails more than a participant’s signature on a consent form. The steps that we take for obtaining consent are crucial to safeguarding participants’ dignity, autonomy and well-being, especially when collecting data from vulnerable populations. This template is intended to serve as a starting point when developing a consent form for a research…
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Webinar Overview Resettlement work is deeply meaningful and impactful, but it comes with challenges such as complex client needs, evolving organizational dynamics, and difficulties sustaining personal well-being. This workshop offers trauma-informed strategies to help staff recognize and manage compassion fatigue while maintaining healthy professional boundaries. This session will include discussions using real-world scenarios that will…
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To deliver data-driven, evidence-based programs for refugees, we need to ask the right questions and gather the right information. Data collection methods determine the type of information we can gather and influence data quality, affect the conclusions we’re able to draw, and have budget implications. Each data collection method has its pros and cons. To…
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To deliver data-driven, evidence-based programs for refugees, we need to ask the right questions and gather the right information. To collect the most useful data, take time to carefully plan out what you want to know by identifying questions you want to answer. Be clear on why those questions matter, then identify the data you…
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This blog post equips service providers with ready-to-use language for responding to newcomers’ common questions about U.S. taxes. Topics covered include filing requirements, income reporting, refunds, payment plans, and how immigration status intersects with tax obligations. You can use these responses as a starting point for client conversations and refer newcomers to tax professionals for…
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This guide outlines key RCA rules, distinguishing which aspects are fixed by federal regulation and which areas allow state-level flexibility. This information is intended as a comprehensive reference for understanding where states can shape their RCA programs and where they must comply with uniform federal requirements. The guide covers critical topics including eligibility time limits,…
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Paying and filing yearly taxes can be a stressful and confusing process, especially as tax law differs based on each person’s location and personal financial situation. This guide introduces service providers to the basics of tax law and tax obligations for newcomer clients.
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Does your organization aspire to do research? Going beyond routine program monitoring and evaluation, research is a systematic investigation conducted to contribute to or fill a gap in evidence or knowledge. Impact evaluations are common research projects in refugee resettlement work. Regardless of the motivation, research including impact evaluations can be difficult for an organization…
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This online self-directed course is designed for newcomer service providers who support clients in navigating and filing U.S. income taxes, and newcomers who want to gain knowledge and understanding about U.S. income taxes.
