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Preferred Refugee Employer Program

Building a Welcoming Workforce

Strengthen your organization with a shared sense of purpose.

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At Global Refuge, we have seen the power of meaningful employment in the lives of newly arrived refugees. A good job offers new Americans stability, independence, and a sense of purpose and belongingbut the advantages don’t stop there. Companies who are committed to hiring refugee talent and willing to create an inclusive and welcoming environment reap the benefits of a strengthened workforce and economy powered by hard-working, dedicated employeesHiring refugees is not just good for business—it’s good for everyone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why should my company hire refugees?

Refugee employees are legally authorized to work and bring a depth of experience and education to their work. Hiring refugees creates a diverse workforce with greater capacity for innovation and global perspective. Additionally, refugee employees have significantly higher retention rates and typically demonstrate outstanding work ethic and adaptability.

What does it mean to be a Preferred Refugee Employer?

Preferred Refugee Employers (PRE) offer support and services that are of particular help to the refugee community. To become a PRE, a company must fulfill at least five of Global Refuge’s designated refugee employment best practices, including (but not limited to):

  • Free transportation or assistance purchasing a vehicle
  • Cohort model of hiring and placement
  • Refugee-specific new hire orientation sessions
  • Delineated pathway for promotion and record of advancing refugee employees
  • Established annual goal for refugee hires
  • Housing assistance
  • Childcare subsidies
  • ESOL/adult education classes
  • Vocational mentorship

What are the benefits of joining the program?

PREs receive a seal from Global Refuge designating their status and are eligible for ongoing training and support from Global Refuge, as well as joint marketing opportunities. More importantly, PREs become proven pipelines for hiring and retaining refugee talent—strengthening their companies and inspiring a culture of welcome.

If you’d like to share information about the PRE program with others, please distribute this PDF.

 

 

Become a Preferred Refugee Employer

Meaningful employment provides a powerful sense of purpose and belonging to a newly arrived refugee. A good job offers new Americans stability and independence, but the advantages don’t stop there. Companies who are committed to hiring refugee talent and willing to create an inclusive and welcoming

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