New Women New Yorkers
New Women New Yorkers empowers immigrant women to secure meaningful employment in New York City, and to build community.
Immigrant women are the beating heart of New York City, making up almost half of the city’s three million immigrants and giving birth to a majority of the children each year. Yet, the reality is stark. Four out of ten immigrant women educated outside of the United States remain unemployed, and countless more are underemployed in low-wage, temporary jobs that offer no pathway to self-reliance or independence.
The barriers immigrant women face when entering the workforce range from limited English proficiency, unfamiliarity with the U.S job market, and lack of professional networks to credential transfer difficulties and the responsibilities as primary caregivers. In addition, systemic barriers such as employer norms and practices often put immigrant women job seekers at a disadvantage due to their lack of US education, work experience, and connections.
At New Women New Yorkers, we aim to change this narrative. Join us in our mission to empower immigrant women and enrich our city with their invaluable contributions.
