Economic Inclusion + Workforce Development

Economic Inclusion & Workforce Development- focuses on empowering refugees for successful integration within both their communities and the workforce. It provides job placement assistance, job skill training, work-based ESL, asset building and financial literacy education to address unique employment challenges faced by refugees, such as language barriers and foreign qualification recognition.

The department collaborates with local businesses to create suitable and sustainable job opportunities, fostering economic independence and contributing to the overall success of refugee resettlement efforts. Through targeted initiatives, the department aims to empower refugees to rebuild their lives and become valuable contributors to their new communities.

Individual Development Account (IDA) Program: The IDA Program at New American Pathways helps refugees build long-term economic independence and community resilience. Participants receive basic, advanced and specialized financial literacy training tailored to their savings goals. Through matched savings, clients can work toward assets such as a vehicle, home, rental support, or education-related expenses. To participate, clients must be employed, make regular deposits into an approved savings account, and attend all required trainings.

Employer Engagement Program (EEP): The Employer Engagement Program (EEP) partners with local employers and community partners to support the success of refugee employees and build inclusive workplaces. EEP helps employers create career advancement pathways through implementing on-site learning, in-depth skills training, and connection to the Job Ready English program that provides work-based ESL training.

Women's Economic Empowerment (WEE): Women's Economic Empowerment (WEE) Program provides refugee and immigrant women with education and support to build financial stability, economic empowerment, and self-sufficiency. Through a comprehensive approach encompassing courses, one on one coaching, and support programs, participants can cultivate financial literacy knowledge, job readiness, resume building, and develop goal-setting skills.