The Returnship Model: A Blueprint for Healthcare Institutions Hiring Immigrant and Refugee Talent

“The Returnship Model: A Blueprint for Healthcare Institutions Hiring Immigrant and Refugee Talent” introduces the innovative concept of returnships — mid-career internships designed to help fill gaps in workforce needs — and provides a roadmap for replication across other U.S. healthcare institutions.

Illinois’ Trailblazing Solution to Doctor Shortages: Opening Doors for Immigrant, Refugee, and Asylee Healthcare Professionals

This report highlights the Illinois’ progress in filling healthcare shortages by enacting legislation that allows internationally trained medical professionals to more quickly restart their careers in the field.

AI for Impact: How To Thoughtfully Leverage Technology To Deliver on Mission

Read Upwardly Global’s new report, “AI for Impact: How To Thoughtfully Leverage Technology To Deliver on Mission,” which explores artificial intelligence (AI) and how nonprofit organizations can utilize AI technologies to best serve their communities.

Unlocking Potential: Enhancing Community College Services for Immigrant and Refugee Students

Community colleges are well-positioned to help immigrants and refugees prepare for the labor market. In this new report, we highlight best practices as well as critical gaps in their immigrant- and refugee-focused career service offerings.

Roadblocks to Workforce Inclusion for Immigrant Young Adults

We heard from young immigrants across industries — business, healthcare, engineering, and more — about their common thread — navigating the U.S. job market as an outsider. The report shows that young immigrants face five major roadblocks, from a lack of networks to communication barriers, while navigating the U.S. labor market and pathway to self-sufficiency.

Helping Ukrainian Refugees

As war continues in Ukraine, refugees are being welcomed to the U.S. Check out our resources for Ukrainian job seekers in the U.S., for Ukrainian job seekers in Poland, for U.S. employers interested in hiring, and for U.S. sponsors who want to support a skill-aligned job search.

Support For Afghan Arrivals

Afghan newcomers with professional backgrounds who have been evacuated to the United States since the fall of Kabul in August 2021 have the potential to contribute around $650 million in earnings each year to our country.