National Resource Center for Refugees, Immigrants and Migrants

Primary care providers: Help improve B care for resettled refugees by participating in a 25-minute interview. Support quality improvement for hepatitis B protocols. Sign up now!

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Cultural Orientation Resource Exchange (CORE), in partnership with International Rescue Committee, NRC-RIM, and Settle In, released a new guide on using to support . Discover best practices for leveraging social media platforms to share stories, raise awareness, and build community.

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Working with Refugees - Cultural Orientation Resource Exchange Learn how you can work with refugee populations, along with resources to use when working with refugees resettling to the United States.

Discover how the Women’s Resilience Center in San Diego, established by the International Rescue Committee, is transforming support for newcomer women. 🌍 With in-language programs,🏥 healthcare support, and a welcoming, women-only space 🚺, this initiative is reducing social isolation and enhancing community connections. 🤝

Learn More https://nrcrim.org/womens-resilience-center

Explore our Checklist for hospital and home preparation, and check out our new videos on options for newcomers, available in English, Dari, and Pashto.

🔗 Learn More https://nrcrim.org/afghans/toolkits/sexual-and-reproductive-health-afghans

🗓️💻On July 25, the International Rescue Committee and CARRE invite you to a webinar on the importance of cultural validation in resources for displaced children and families. Learn about cultural humility, language justice, and our cultural validation toolkit.

Register Today!
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🌞 As the temperatures rise, staying safe while enjoying the sunny is essential. Our Collection is here to help newcomers and other and communities safely navigate heat and water activities. Learn More: https://nrcrim.org/afghans/health-education/summer-safety

🌞🌊 Prepare for the season with essential tips from our collection, created with the International Rescue Committee.

Share flyers, social media assets, and texts in multiple languages to keep everyone safe and informed all summer. https://nrcrim.org/afghans/health-education/summer-safety

Equip newcomers with accurate info on amid global outbreaks. Download & customize our fact sheet in English, Dari, or Pashto to facilitate informed discussions. 📄🤝

Learn More ➡️ https://nrcrim.org/afghans/health-education/conversation-guide-measles

Introducing a new Navigation by the Colorado Center of Excellence in Newcomer Health helps empower your teams and partners with essential info and practical tools for successful program execution. Learn more!
https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/refugeecoe/resources/cultural-navigation_1/toolkit-of-resources

Prepare newcomers for ! 🌲🔥 Our comprehensive resources on wildfire smoke include a conversation guide, translated fact sheets, social media assets, templates, and audio/video PSAs.
Learn More https://nrcrim.org/afghans/health-education/stay-safe-wildfire-smoke

🏥📖 Switchboard TA and Society of Refugee Healthcare Providers created a guide to address common access issues like transportation, , competing demands, , and follow-up care barriers. Learn More https://switchboardta.org/resource/problem-solving-health-care-access-issues-supporting-clients-in-overcoming-common-obstacles/?mc_cid=cfec46755d&mc_eid=0b0b3d5372

The Office of Minority Health - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services seeks input from stakeholders to help shape the development of a universal symbol for language assistance services in settings. Your insights will help ensure equitable access to information for all individuals, regardless of language proficiency.

Learn More https://federalregister.gov/documents/2024/04/19/2024-08409/development-of-a-universal-symbol-for-language-assistance-services-in-health-settings?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Facilitating mental health discussions with newcomer communities? Check out the new guide by SSwitchboard TA & BBoston College It defines mental health & trauma, highlights common struggles, and addresses barriers to accessing services. Essential for service providers. Learn More
https://www.switchboardta.org/resource/facilitating-discussions-about-mental-health-with-afghan-newcomer-communities/

🌀 is a great time to ensure newcomers are equipped to face extreme weather challenges. Our blog dives deep into strategies for involving communities in efforts.


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https://nrcrim.org/strengthening-communities-partnering-refugee-immigrant-and-migrant-communities-during-hurricane

🌟 Need support during or ? The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline from
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) offers quick access to counselors via phone or text, 24/7. Multilingual help is available in 60 languages, including & . Learn More

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline | MCHB Feeling overwhelmed after childbirth? You're not alone. Call/text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at TLC-MAMA (852-6262) for free, confidential support on baby blues & postpartum depression symptoms. 24/7, English & Spanish.

🔍 Exciting News! 🆕 Our Healthcare Navigation Toolkit now includes an accessible fact sheet on calling 2-1-1! 📞 Get free & confidential advice on , food, , , & more. Available in 36 languages! Learn More https://nrcrim.org/afghans/toolkits/healthcare-navigation-toolkit #211

Ensuring equitable access to is crucial. Switchboard TA 's new team is dedicated to empowering newcomers in the U.S. with the tools and skills for vital telehealth services. Learn how they're bridging the gap:

Overcoming Challenges in Digital Inclusion - Switchboard Digital Inclusion is a new focus area for Switchboard, with a new team! Freschta Naseri, Digital Inclusion Coordinator, brings over 5 years’ experience in resettlement services and comes to the team from the IRC Dallas office. Julie Heller, Digital Inclusion Manager, brings over 25 years’ experi...

🩺Explore our Navigation toolkit! Tailored for newcomers, it offers essential resources for navigating the U.S. system. From prescription safety, refills and more in , , and . Learn more https://nrcrim.org/afghans/toolkits/healthcare-navigation-toolkit

Discover how International Rescue Committee San Diego supports women's well-being with "Dialogue with Doctors" series. Addressing health concerns like anemia, diabetes, & more, these sessions foster understanding & support. Learn more about how the International Rescue Committee is fostering trust and culturally aligned engagement in https://nrcrim.org/dialogue-doctors-series-empowering-afghan-women

Empower Navigators & Health Workers with our latest additions to the Health Needs Assessment for newcomers. Our Home Visit Guide & Individual Health Needs Assessment Form ensure personalized support. Learn More https://nrcrim.org/health-needs-assessment-toolkit

Explore this fact sheet by M-HEAL & NRC-RIM on the safety protocols behind development in the US. Available in multiple - , , (Congolese), , and .

Learn more https://nrcrim.org/multilingual-health-education-alliance

We are thrilled to share how International Rescue Committee in San Diego empowers with its 'Dialogue with Doctors' series! Addressing health concerns like anemia, , and more, these sessions foster understanding & support.
Culturally aligned & inclusive, they're paving the way for healthier communities.
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https://nrcrim.org/dialogue-doctors-series-empowering-afghan-women

Explore our toolkit to support newcomers in navigating the U.S. system. Our "Know your rights" guide offers vital information on patient rights, including privacy, services, and informed consent. It is available in and and has customizable options! https://nrcrim.org/afghans/toolkits/healthcare-navigation-toolkit

Check out our latest guide on Service and Health Care Provider Collaboration! Developed by Switchboard TA in partnership with the Society of Refugee Healthcare Providers, this resource offers valuable tips for service providers to enhance collaboration with healthcare colleagues and better support newcomers' health.

Learn more now!

https://www.switchboardta.org/resource/service-and-health-care-provider-collaboration-promoting-clients-health-through-improved-coordination/?mc_cid=538781532e&mc_eid=694c280c92

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This blog also provides a sneak peek into our upcoming toolkit, Afghan Dastrakwan: Eating Healthy on a Budget in the U.S.

Learn More https://nrcrim.org/integrating-tradition-and-health-celebrating-nowruz-cultural-pride-and-well-being

Integrating Tradition and Health: Celebrating Nowruz with Cultural Pride and Well-being | National Resource Center for Refugees, Immigrants, and Migrants (NRC-RIM) Wed, 02/21/2024 - 10:41 Nowruz, the Persian New Year, ushers in spring and symbolizes renewal across various cultures. Nowruz is celebrated each year on the spring equinox with rich traditions that date back thousands of years. Among these traditions, the practice of growing wheat plays a central ro...

📣Join NRC-RIM and the International Rescue Committee for a vital on 🗓️ April 4 at 12 pm CT: "Supporting the Emotional Well-Being of Newcomers."

Register now to learn about the unique challenges they face and discover practical strategies and resources for offering meaningful support.
https://nrcrim.org/supporting-emotional-well-being-afghan-newcomers

Happy to all celebrating!

Nowruz, or Persian New Year, is celebrated on the spring equinox (March 19, 2024) by many Central Asian communities, including Afghan communities.

Learn more about the traditions during this day and how organizations can support the and needs of newcomers in our new blog. https://nrcrim.org/integrating-tradition-and-health-celebrating-nowruz-cultural-pride-and-well-being

Integrating Tradition and Health: Celebrating Nowruz with Cultural Pride and Well-being | National Resource Center for Refugees, Immigrants, and Migrants (NRC-RIM) Wed, 02/21/2024 - 10:41 Nowruz, the Persian New Year, ushers in spring and symbolizes renewal across various cultures. Nowruz is celebrated each year on the spring equinox with rich traditions that date back thousands of years. Among these traditions, the practice of growing wheat plays a central ro...

Join National Association of Community Health Centers and Migrant Clinicians Network in their as they explore how heat and impact health. Experts and health center reps will share insights!
🗓️ Session 1 begins tomorrow (March 13): Heat and Health Equity. Register now.

Dive into the impacts on workforce with the Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations series! Hear from leaders of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander-serving centers as they share stories, lessons, and strategies for improvement. https://aapcho.org/covid19/