Rides 4 Refugees Vehicle Assistance
Provides driver training, vehicle ownership support, and repair assistance to recent refugees in Central Ohio, facilitating their integration and employment opportunities.
Jobs & career
Training that pays you while you learn, help getting ready to apply, and the organisations that place people rather than just listing openings.
43 places across Northeast Ohio
Places that help
Job Corps
A free education and vocational training program for young people aged 16 through 24, including housing, to improve career and academic skills.
May Dugan Center Refugee Services
Offers a Refugee Services Program assisting with housing, medical connections, job placement, and access to English classes and other services.
Plexus LGBT & Allied Chamber of Commerce
Supports LGBTQ+ business owners and professionals in Northeast Ohio through networking, education, and advocacy.
Salaam Refugee Care
Provides support to refugee families, including job search assistance, driver's training, transportation, and tutoring.
Education Resource Center
Offers free adult education programs, including GED4 test preparation, workforce development, and employment assistance.
LAUNCH (In the Land)
Supports youth and young adults in Greater Cleveland, ages 14–24, to discover and explore job and career options, build skills, and connect to opportunities.
Post Secondary Bridges
Assists young adult newcomers and refugees in transitioning from high school to post-secondary education or vocational training.
Youth Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.)
A nonprofit workforce development organization serving teens and young adults ages 14-24 in Northeast Ohio, offering employment programs, internships, and industry-specific credential training.
Migration and Refugee Services (MRS)
Provides resettlement services including employment assistance, English language training, health support, and legal services.
OhioMeansJobs Medina County
Provides free employment and education services to individuals aged 14-24, including job search assistance, career exploration, and educational support.
Bridge Learning
Provides education and resources for resettled refugees and immigrants, including English classes, computer literacy, and vocational training.
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