Many refugees face significant barriers to accessible and sustainable employment, such as limited networking opportunities, unfamiliarity with the U.S. workplace, and difficulties in effectively advocating for themselves in professional settings.
To address these issues, Upwardly Global and CIRH are hosting an online informational webinar designed to equip community partners with essential tools and resources to assist refugees in navigating through their employment journey in the U.S. job market. The webinar is open to service providers.
Learning Objectives: Participants will learn how Upwardly Global supports newcomers in restarting their careers in the U.S. and explore opportunities for organizations to partner and use Upwardly Global's resources and tools to serve their clients.
Date and Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM PST, Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Download the event flyer here.
Featured Speakers
Abel Mucyo, National Outreach Manager
Abel is a skilled workforce development and social impact professional. As the National Outreach Manager at Upwardly Global, he spearheads outreach and community engagement initiatives to reach Upwardly Global’s community of program participants and referral partners. Abel is deeply passionate about the social sector and advocates for opportunities and dignity for newcomers. Beyond his role at Upwardly Global, Abel supports this mission by serving on advisory committees of nonprofits dedicated to empowering newcomer communities.
Sohail Morrar, Partnership Development Lead
Sohail Morrar is a dedicated advocate for immigrants and refugees, with a deep-rooted passion for supporting these communities. He began his career in refugee resettlement, serving as a caseworker and later as a program coordinator at the International Rescue Committee in Oakland. Sohail holds a bachelor's degree in International Relations and a master's degree in Public Administration, underscoring his strong academic foundation. Currently, he serves as the Partnerships Development Lead at Upwardly Global, where he has also excelled as a job coach and account manager. His extensive experience and thorough understanding of Upwardly Global's services position him as a knowledgeable and impactful leader in the field of immigrant and refugee support.
Ana McGough, Employment Services Advisor
Ana is an Employment Services Advisor at Upwardly Global, utilizing a Master's in Psychology from the Netherlands and a coaching certification to assist immigrants and refugees in navigating the U.S. job market. Committed to empowering diverse job seekers through tailored resume writing, effective interview preparation, strategic networking, and career coaching, Ana helps them achieve meaningful professional transitions.