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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 belonging…but 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 employees. Hiring refugees is not just good for business—it’s good for everyone.
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.
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 varied 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 in 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
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; PREs better retain talent and have benefits such as joint marketing opportunities.