Host Your Own Refugee Hiring Event2025-07-31T20:50:56+00:00

Ready to host your own
Refugee hiring event?

The Host Your Own Refugee Hiring Event Training builds on a unique and successful hiring model developed for #WelcomingEconomy for Refugees by Jumpstart Refugee Talent, World Education Services, and Starbucks Foundation.

Registration is NOW OPEN for a virtual introductory session to the 2025 Host Your Own Refugee Hiring Event Training on September 30, 12:00 – 1:00 pm EST. Additional intro sessions will be announced later in the year.

Key Features

Refugee Hiring Events differ from traditional job fairs:

  • Employers access well-matched applicants, saving on recruitment costs.

  • Pre-screened candidates meet employer needs, with 70-85% receiving job offers or second interviews.

  • Shortlisted candidates get resume help and interview coaching.
Why Host Your Own Refugee Hiring Event?2024-09-11T22:21:15+00:00
  • Communities that support newcomer success are more economically resilient.
  • Businesses hiring refugee talent are more innovative and better serve diverse consumers.
  • Refugees bring diverse, in-demand skills and training employers need.
What does the ‘Host Your Own Refugee Hiring Event’ Training offer?2024-09-11T22:22:00+00:00

The Host Your Own Refugee Hiring Event Training offers online, step-by-step lessons, informal coaching, and downloadable resources to help you plan and execute a Refugee Hiring Event in your community.

Who Should Join the Training?2024-09-11T22:22:31+00:00

Municipalities, settlement agencies, employers, and other key stakeholders seeking practical tools to build resilient businesses and communities.

How Do I Join?2025-07-31T21:03:31+00:00

Sign up today for a 1-hour introductory workshop to learn more!

To learn more, download a guide that describes the hiring event model.

What People Are Saying

“Pre-screening candidates is a game-changer. It really takes out the uncertainty and puts more intention into the process.”

— ELVIN Jacob, COSTI

“I will for sure review this approach that has a closer relationship with all players. Thanks for sharing these insights.”

— Citlalli Rios – Hispanotech

“Very insightful and informative! This efficient event model will need to be widely spread.”

— Jiyul (Ella) Lee, Achev

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