Author: Zoe Atkins

Demystifying the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

by on February 21, 2023

What will this webinar cover? This webinar will be useful for those seeking to understand the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) resources for resettlement agency case managers, refugee service providers, state refugee coordinators, and landlords and property managers interested in learning how to apply for HUD resources to serve refugee populations/clients….

Ukrainian Sponsor Groups

by on December 16, 2022

CWS Private Sponsor Groups – Uniting for Ukraine The Role of Sponsor Groups Unlike other refugee populations, Ukrainian humanitarian parolees are not eligible for certain resettlement services that local agency offices provide, Instead, private sponsors provide these services, which includes help with finding housing, benefits applications, school enrollment, and making appointments, among other tasks. Private…

Welcome to Your New Home – An Illustrated Guide

by on December 16, 2022

Download PDF – English Download PDF – Russian This has been written as a collaborative effort between the African Community Center in Denver, Colorado and Mercy Housing, Inc. Illustrations and conceptual design have been provided by Carol Kimball. The African Community Center is a program office of the Ethiopian Community Development Center (ECDC) based in…

Ukrainian Housing Resources

by on December 16, 2022

This downloadable one-pager includes seven resources for folks looking for housing as a Ukrainian or supporting a newcomer.   ORR: Find Local Resources Office of Refugee Resettlement – Find local resettlement agencies and resources in your state. AffordableHousing.com This housing platform allows you to search affordable housing units in your area HUD: Resource Locator U.S….

Renting to Ukrainian Newcomers

Renting to Ukrainian Newcomers

by on December 15, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions Why Rent to Ukrainian Newcomers?   You can make a difference in your community by renting your property to a Ukrainian. Housing is the foundation for stability and newcomers looking to establish themselves are often long-term tenants. Most Ukrainians entering the U.S. have an American tie or sponsor that is able to…

Understanding Entry Pathways for Ukrainians

Understanding Entry Pathways for Ukrainians

by on December 15, 2022

How do Ukrainians enter the United States?   There are several pathways to the United States for Ukrainians escaping the crisis in their country. Ukrainians may enter as refugees, asylum seekers, or with work visas; however, a majority of Ukrainians enter the U.S. with family petitions, as humanitarian parolees at the border, or through Uniting…

Housing Initiatives for Ukrainian Newcomers

Housing Initiatives for Ukrainian Newcomers

by on December 15, 2022

DOWNLOAD PDF   Uniting for Ukraine Overview Uniting for Ukraine provides a pathway for Ukrainian citizens and their immediate family members who are outside the United States to come to the United States and stay temporarily for a two-year period of parole. Ukrainians participating in Uniting for Ukraine must have a supporter in the United…