Our Mission
At New Women New Yorkers, we unlock the untapped potential of immigrant women. Our mission is to empower these tenacious women through workforce development and supportive programs, providing them with the tools they need to secure meaningful employment or advance their education in NYC. We also offer a welcoming, inclusive haven where immigrant women can build community, connect, and share their unique narratives.
Our Core Values
- Inclusion & Diversity: We celebrate the rich tapestry of talents, experiences, and perspectives that each immigrant woman brings to the vibrant city of New York. We believe in the potential of every individual, irrespective of country of origin, education, or level of English.
- Equality of Opportunities: We are dedicated to creating a level playing field, ensuring that aspects like gender, country of origin, ethnicity, and family background should not serve as barriers to an individual’s potential for success.
- Freedom to Define One’s Professional Path: We ensure our participants are equipped with the necessary resources and support to chart their own professional journeys.
Why New Women New Yorkers?
Immigrant women are the beating heart of New York City, making up almost half of the city’s three million immigrants and giving birth to a majority of the children each year. Yet, the reality is stark. Four out of ten immigrant women educated outside of the United States remain unemployed, and countless more are underemployed in low-wage, temporary jobs that offer no pathway to self-reliance or independence.
The barriers immigrant women face when entering the workforce range from limited English proficiency, unfamiliarity with the U.S job market, and lack of professional networks to credential transfer difficulties and the responsibilities as primary caregivers. In addition, systemic barriers such as employer norms and practices often put immigrant women job seekers at a disadvantage due to their lack of US education, work experience, and connections.
At New Women New Yorkers, we’re working to change this narrative. Our unique approach includes a strategic focus on high-growth industries, especially the clean energy sector, where we see tremendous opportunity for immigrant women to access sustainable, upwardly mobile careers. Through specialized training, partnerships, and career exploration within clean energy, we’re creating pathways to meaningful work that benefits our participants, their families, and our city’s future.
Join us in our mission to empower immigrant women and enrich our city with their invaluable contributions.
Engage Further with New Women New Yorkers
We invite you to learn more about the transformative experiences we provide:
- Explore our diverse programs designed to empower immigrant women in NYC.
- Witness the impact we’ve made together on the community and individual lives.
- Get to know the dedicated team driving our mission forward.
- Discover the trusted partners who support us in making a difference.
We’re excited for you to join us on this journey of empowerment and change.