The Independent Refuge Program Process
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Step 1
Application
Application
The first step in applying for the Independent Refuge program begins with an initial…
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Step 2
Interview & Answers
Interview & Answers
Once a refugee has submitted their application, one-to-one conversations are scheduled with selected applicants.
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Step 3
Career Assessment
Career Assessments
Independent Refuge will request that you complete three assessments. These will help us to…
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Step 4
Current Participant Call
Current Program Participant Call
Prospective program participants have the opportunity to have a conversation with a current participant,…
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Step 5
Sponsorship & USCIS
Sponsorship & USCIS
Sponsorship and comprehensive support throughout the USCIS approval process to ensure a smooth and…
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Step 6
Travel to the US
Travel to the US
The transportation process for refugees fleeing their home countries is a critical and often…
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Step 7
Time to Relax & Learn
Time to Relax & Learn
Independent Refuge ensures a seamless transition for refugees upon their arrival in the United…
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Step 8
Senior Introductions
Senior Introductions
Program participants are introduced to carefully matched elderly individuals, fostering longer-term placements where program…
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Step 9
Ongoing Support
Ongoing Support
Once placed, Independent Refuge remains an indispensable resource for the assisted refugees. Continuing to…