In order to ensure the greatest accessibility possible for teachers and learners, this document has been formatted as simply as possible. While we know that the Table of Contents listed below is a long list, a simple click on the item you wish to read will enable you to go to that section of the report. Welfare reform policies do not take these differences into account Welfare reform causes acute emotional stress, on a daily basis, for recipients and their children.
Undocumented people are scared.
They are afraid to access benefits and request fair treatment Immigrants and refugees believe that a good education is key to a better future for themselves, their families, and their work. The immigrants and newcomers we spoke with had a broad definition of education. For them, it included further study of English, computer training, getting a Bachelor's degree and seeking advanced degrees and training Immigrants and refugees have both positive and negative experiences as they settle into the United States. Some newcomers experience discrimination or different treatment. Many workers say that they need computer training in order to keep up with their jobs or to be competitive in seeking new jobs Older workers and those who are not used to electronic equipment have special training needs Because of increased use of computers, there is greater sharing of office work between classified and professional staff.