Upwardly Global
Project Title
For a public education campaign about the contributions of immigrant professionals to the U.S. economy
Date
Jun. 09, 2016
Duration
12 months
Description
When properly employed, foreign-educated immigrants and refugees infuse new ideas and fresh talent into the U.S. economy. Their inclusion in the workforce has been proven to create jobs and increase overall earnings for all workers. But there are 1.8 million foreign-educated immigrants in the United States who are unemployed or working in low-skilled jobs. Though they possess the necessary professional experience and skills to succeed in America, these individuals face significant barriers to labor market entry, including lack of access to professional networks and mandatory re-certification for many professions. With Corporation support, Upwardly Global will disseminate positive messages about inclusion and the powerful contributions immigrant and refugee professionals bring to the U.S. workforce and society.