Take Action to Advance Inclusion
Upwardly Global is working to build a vibrant U.S. workforce where immigrants, including refugees and asylees, are welcomed, integrated and fully able to contribute to the economy, their communities, and our shared future. Our “Invest in Inclusion” agenda outlines policy priorities critical to building a competitive workforce. We are committed to advancing this agenda in partnership with our community of program alumni, volunteers, and U.S. employers. We also work with a growing network of peer organizations, including IMPRINT, a coalition of which Upwardly Global is a founding member.
Check out our policy roadmap for 2021-2025, outlining 15 policy recommendations, which you can read in full here.
And see our priorities for 2022 here and for 2023 here.
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ADVANCE NEWCOMERS’ FULL INCLUSION INTO LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND ECONOMIES
Advance investments in workforce development and education programs
Upwardly Global calls for strong federal, state, and local investments in workforce development programs that connect U.S. workers—including immigrants—with pathways so they can use their skills.
Read MorePromote policies that foster the potential and professional integration of newcomers
Upwardly Global supports federal, state, and local policies that promote immigrant integration in workforces and communities across the country that can help us build shared prosperity.
Read MoreSUPPORT SYSTEMS THAT CHAMPION IMMIGRANTS’ POTENTIAL & SKILLS
Support inclusion of family-based immigrants
Upwardly Global urges policymakers to continue supporting an immigration system that promotes family reunification.
Read MorePreserve diversity in our workforce
Upwardly Global calls for the continuation of the Diversity Visa program and the strengthening of USCIS ability to process work authorization of asylum seekers.
Read MoreRecognize newcomers’ potential
Upwardly Global supports immigration policies that keep our economy competitive and ensure a robust engagement of immigrants in the economic growth of the country.
Read MoreCELEBRATE THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF REFUGEES AND ASYLEES
Upwardly Global supports programs that encourage the contributions of refugees and asylum seekers to our economy and ensures their full integration into the U.S. workforce.
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