Artwork stating 'Education Destroys Barriers', 'We Demand Treatment', and 'I Need A Chance'

Search Results

You searched for: -

There are 309 results  for your search.  View and Refine Your Search Terms

  • Erasing Gang Memories, One Laser Prick At A Time

    May 04, 2017 |

    American University Radio (WAMU) |

    Radio |

    5-15 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, Virginia

    Many immigrants come into the United States with visual representation of former gang involvement, preventing them from shedding their past mistakes. A group in Northern Virginia is helping these immigrants make life changes and prevent gang violence in their area.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • How is Sweden tackling its integration challenge?

    May 02, 2017 |

    The Local |

    Text |

    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: Sweden

    Sweden has, and continues, to receive a lot of asylum seekers, leading to the need for successful integration of these new immigrants. Certain programs have been developed, such as one that when completed asylum seekers will be able to gain employment faster, or others that help young immigrants understand their new culture.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • To fight domestic violence among Syrian refugees, an outreach to men

    April 26, 2017 |

    The Christian Science Monitor |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: Lebanon, Beirut

    Syrian refugees have experienced an increase in domestic violence, and some men have projected their stresses onto women or their children. Instead of reprimanding the men, some aid organizations have set up support groups designed to help men channel their stress in different, healthier ways. The approach establishes new social norms in how men treat women and view their own masculinity.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Helping traumatized Yazidi refugees requires a different kind of care

    April 18, 2017 |

    TVO |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: Canada, London, Ontario

    Volunteers all over Canada are working hard to implement the Canadian government's mission to resettle 12,000 Yazidi refugees. A large part of the plan focuses on mental health support for this heavily-traumatized population and relies on trained interpreters to be able to communicate with them sensitively and appropriately so they open up to the idea of psychotherapy. The program has proven successful in that Canada now houses 50 Yazidi families, many of which go on to help other Yazidis settle in.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Rescued From A Gang: One Maryland Latina's Story

    April 10, 2017 |

    American University Radio (WAMU) |

    Radio |

    5-15 Minutes

    Response Location: United States, Maryland

    Many young Latina women live their lives in fear of gang violence. The Montgomery County Street Outreach Network rescues girls in danger and offers services to them in order to help them change their chances of success.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • They fled war in Syria. Today, they manufacture emergency equipment for Canadians

    March 09, 2017 |

    National Observer |

    Text |

    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: Canada, Delta, British Columbia

    In British Columbia, there is a severe shortage of workers for manufacturing jobs. Eighteen companies are uniting to employ refugees to fill the gap. The B.C. Alliance for Manufacturing is working with non-profit organizations to provide training, ensure refugees are paid a decent wage, and ensure they are respected in their new workplaces.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Syrian women find confidence and community in Canada through catering events

    March 01, 2017 |

    National Observer |

    Text |

    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia

    A select group of women Syrian refugees are helping cater dinners in Vancouver, British Columbia. The dinner events, titled “Tayybeh: A Celebration of Syrian Cuisine,” help the women both earn a small living and create a support network. Anyone is able to buy a ticket, and attendee numbers have only grown since the first event.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • America Beyond Detention: Taking Shelter

    January 30, 2017 |

    Texas Observer |

    Text |

    1500-3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, Austin, Texas

    Three Part Series, "America Beyond Detention": For decades, immigrant advocates have argued that the federal government should increase the use of residential shelters - like Casa Marianella in Austin - as an alternative to detention. The shelters are generally less expensive, treat immigrants more humanely, and are better equipped to integrate people into their new communities.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Years with no nation, 90 days to become a Minnesotan

    December 31, 2016 |

    Minnesota Star Tribune |

    Text |

    Over 3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Thousands of refugees are navigating hurdles of integration in the United States. Organizations like the Minnesota Council of Churches provide comprehensive support in a number of areas - from housing to job applications to health insurance paperwork - but all with the end goal of helping the relocated families towards independence and sustainability in their new life.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

  • Cities for all: towards a new paradigm for integration

    December 15, 2016 |

    Open Migration |

    Text |

    800-1500 Words

    Response Location: United States

    In the midst of the international refugee crisis, immigrants and refugees often struggle in new countries, and they have trouble finding employment, housing, and education. The UN’s 2016 Summit for Refugees and Migrants encouraged host countries to find new ways to help migrants. Many creative solutions have resulted, including the Welcoming Cities & Counties Network, which provides resources to migrants in American cities; Salusbury World, which supports social enterprises such as Spice Caravan to train refugees in the UK; and Germany’s With Migrants for Migrants, which helps migrants’ access healthcare.

    Read More


    Go to Original Story

Go to All Solutions in Focus