Immigrant Job Access Program

What problem would you like to solve?

Increased unemployment and lack of job resources

Why is it important to solve? Why is it relevant for the community?

Immigrants often experience significant challenges including limited English language proficiency, costly credential evaluations of their foreign degrees, lack of professional networks, and lack of knowledge on alternative career pathways. This program will help immigrant job seekers in Sunset Park from all backgrounds and connect them to local employers who are looking to hire workers from the community.

What idea do you have to address the problem?

Create an Immigrant Job Access Program that would help job seekers in Sunset Park find work that reflects their skills and experience. This program will create a win-win environment in which immigrants secure jobs matching their professional and educational backgrounds while helping local employers meet their workforce needs.

Who would that help?

Job seekers and local business in Sunset Park

What neighborhood would benefit from your idea?

Sunset Park