The United States offers jobs to immigrants and refugees in rural areas. How can one access that option?

In the United States, a novel initiative related to job offers for immigrants and refugees in rural areas is being promoted these days.

The nonprofit organization in charge of the issue is Jobs for the Future and aims to transform the workforce and educational systems.

Several associations will create a wide network of education and training providers. This will break down barriers to education, training, and employment for immigrants and refugees living in rural areas of the country.

By the way, Maria Flynn, president of Jobs for the Future, said: “Immigrants and refugees establish themselves as valuable economic contributors in rural communities.” 

“They open small businesses and provide a vital source of talent in industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, construction, and healthcare,” Flynn stated. 

Training on the way

The associations leading this initiative will identify, recruit, and select 10 organizations that offer job training to immigrants and refugees. This will take place in rural communities across the country with the aim of creating a learning zone. 

This excellent opportunity is aimed at multiple community organizations, as well as training and education providers. Economic development organizations and workforce development boards will also benefit. 

Las organizaciones que sean seleccionadas, se estima reciban $150 000.00 USD durante el lapso de subvención de dos años. Las mismas participarán en diversas actividades de asistencia técnica lideradas por Jobs for the Future. 

Se ha demostrado que los inmigrantes representan una menor proporción de habitantes en zonas rurales que en las urbanas. Sin embargo, un estudio de Pew Charitable Trusts reveló que desde el año 2000 los inmigrantes significan el 37% del nuevo crecimiento neto. El análisis se refiere a la población en los condados rurales.