Our Mission:
Empower.
We provide immigrants with the basic tools and resources that are necessary for their integration and success in America.
Our Partners
Our Mission
Welcome to America’s mission is to empower the immigrant community in New York City through information sharing and referral to services that’d help their integration in their adopted country, America. This singular mission has been our focus for over a decade and we continue to forge alliances with community stakeholders and partners to empower our community. Learn More
Our Impact
The past 14 months of the COVID-19 crisis have been extremely challenging. As widely reported, the black and brown communities have been disproportionately impacted by the virus due to underlying conditions created by socio-economic disparity. Scores of our community members have died from the COVID-19 virus and hundreds are infected. W2A, in collaboration with our community partners, are in constant contact with families to ensure they’re getting daily meals and facilitate access to COVID-19 relief funding; to offer mental health counseling;
100+
thousand dollars raised
In collaboration with our community partners, W2A has procured over $100,000 in grants for the Census Count 2020 and proving 40,000 meals since the COVID pandemic.
10+
Years Serving communities
Founded by a group of African immigrant professionals in 2010, W2A understands the how challenging it is for newly arrived immigrants to gain access to the resources that are available. W2A facilities to education, healthcare, housing, employment, adult literacy, ELL programs and more.
25+
Thousands of constituents
Over the years, we have served thousands of immigrant New Yorkers, through our offsite programs and collaborations… but the COVID-19 pandemic was testament to the crucial need for grassroots nonprofit such as W2A. We facilitated the distribution of 20,000 plus hot meals in 2020/2021 and procured thousands of PPEs for our constituents. We helped with temporary housing for scores of our community members who were infected with the virus and were treated and discharged from the hospital. We participated in daily updated during the eye of the COVID storm and ensured that our community stayed informed.
OUR PROGRAMS
Workshop Model — W2A business model is fluid and designed to bring our programs and services to the people wherever it’s convenient for our constituents. To this end, we operate from multiple sites in collaboration with community partners.
Enrolment and Evaluation Process – A general orientation and interview with candidates to establish their respective needs, including literacy level and education qualification to determine the appropriate steps of action.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
NYS REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIPS - Get Paid While You Learn
New York State (NYS) Registered Apprenticeships are “earn while you learn” programs where individuals learn a skilled trade through on-the-job training (hands-on experience) and supplemental related classroom instruction, while getting paid. Training can last from one to five years, depending on the trade. General information about becoming an apprentice can be found on NYS DOL’s apprenticeship webpage.
All current NYS Registered Apprenticeship opportunities are listed online and can be found at on.ny.gov/apprenticeship-announcements. Individuals interested in becoming a Registered Apprentice can search for openings in the specific region(s) they are seeking employment. This page is frequently updated, so New Yorkers are encouraged to check it frequently for new opportunities. In addition to these postings, there are additional apprenticeship opportunities posted on the NYS Job Bank: http://www.jobcentral.org/ny
HEALTHCARE
A workshop on health and wellness and preventive care for the whole family. An in depth tutorial on the Affordable Care Act – Obama Healthcare Reform. Information will be provided on available health plans, cost implications, and choosing a provider that’s familiar with African immigrants culture and religion vis a vis healthcare. WTA will screen and enroll people on site
CAREER PATH
A workshop to evaluate candidates’ foreign education qualification and its equivalency in the American Education system, and how to leverage this to gainful employment and focused career path.
JOIN THE RENEWABLE ENERGY WORKFORCE
With clean energy projects lined up for years to come, now is the time to get to the front of the line and join the renewable energy workforce.
New York has recognized the importance of transitioning its workforce to one ready to build the renewable energy projects of the future, and that is why it has invested in programs to train a new generation of wind energy technicians, such as the Offshore Wind Training Institute at SUNY Stonybrook and at Farmingdale State College. Maritime College has also established the Center of Excellence for Offshore Energy.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/offshorewind/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
About the Offshore Wind Training Institute
The State University of New York (SUNY) and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) launched New York’s Offshore Wind Training Institute (OWTI) to train 2,500 workers as part of the largest public investment in offshore wind workforce development by any state in the U.S.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/offshorewind/about.php
REGISTERED NURSES
New York State registered nurses are amongst the highest paid nurses in the country. With thousands of registered nursing positions available across the state, now is the perfect time to consider a career change and become a registered nurse.
https://www.jobzone.ny.gov/views/jobzone/guest.jsf
HOUSING
A workshop on how to secure affordable housing. Geographical information on neighborhoods where fellow immigrants resides Information on tenants’ rights and non discrimination practices the apartment will also be provided.
Employment
A workshop to evaluate candidates’ foreign education qualification and its equivalency in the American Education system, and how to leverage this to gainful employment and focused career path.
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APRIL 2020
“Congratulations on this worthy initiative and thank you for the privilege to add the African Immigrant’s voice. Community lead effort is critical especially in times of crisis such as the nightmare of COVID19.” Quote Source / Read Full Article
Get Involved
Follow the link below to get involved. You can join our weekly workshop or partner with us to host a workshop. Volunteers are needed to serve our community in various capacities, let us know your availability Monday through Friday. We’re actively seeking grants and donations, your generosity is appreciated. For further inquiry, you can reach us at info@welcome2america.org
Sign Up For a Program
We offer an array of programs through workshops on; Housing, Immigration, Healthcare, Employment, Education. . .
Volunteer opportunities
Volunteers are needed to serve our community in various capacities, let us know your availability Monday-Friday
Make a Donation
We’re actively seeking donations and grants, your support is appreciated. Contact us at info@welcome2america.org