This presentation was delivered in Upwardly Global panel discussion titled Immigrant Contributions to NY's Economy, in conjunction with the 6th Annual Immigrant Heritage Week. The presentation focuses on the challenges faced by skilled immigrants in the U.S., the solutions UpGlo offers, and the economic impact to date.

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3. Why does Upwardly Global exist? Global Leaders Waspada (asylee) Indonesia Auditor Manizha (refugee) Afghanistan Physician Graal Brazil Arts Therapist Faith (asylee) Kenya Social Worker Cristian Romania Engineer Evelyn El Salvador Engineer Cashier Waitress Nanny Engineer Barista Housecleaner = Invisible in US Dishwasher Barista Taxi Driver

8. What are the Barriers to Career Re-entry?

11. Success Stories Before: Babysitter After: Immigration Lawyer Before: Unemployed After: Professional Recruiter JPMC Before: Cab driver After: Design Engineer, Con Edison Before: Security Guard After: Accountant, AJWS

14. What is Possible? Individual to Global Impact Individuals and Families Dignity Self-Sufficiency Identity Companies and Communities Diverse workforce Innovation and competitiveness New economic and community leadership Global Economies and Societies Decreased xenophobia Global economic citizenship model

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