Take Action To Advance Inclusion
Upwardly Global is working to build a vibrant U.S. workforce where work-authorized immigrants, including refugees and asylees, with professional experience 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.
See our priorities for 2022 here and for 2023 here, and see our 2024 highlights here.
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ADVANCE NEWCOMERS’ FULL INCLUSION IN LOCAL COMMUNITIES AND ECONOMIES
Promote 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, which can help us build shared prosperity.
Read MoreAdvance 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 continue utilizing their skills.
Read MoreSUPPORT SYSTEMS THAT CHAMPION IMMIGRANTS’ POTENTIAL AND 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 asylum seekers' work authorization.
Read MoreRecognize newcomers’ potential
Upwardly Global supports immigration policies that keep our economy competitive and ensure our country's economic growth through robust immigrant engagement.
Read MoreCELEBRATE THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF REFUGEES AND ASYLEES
Upwardly Global supports programs that encourage the economic contributions of refugees and asylum seekers and ensures their full integration into the U.S. workforce.
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