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New Americans, New Promise: A Guide to the Refugee Journey in America
Binding Information: Softcover Product Code: 069504 ISBN: 978-0-940069-50-3 Publisher: Fieldstone Alliance Pages: 200 Size: 7.5" X 9.25" X .5253" Price: $34.95 “You need to understand what the refugee experience feels like in order to understand how you can help . . .” Refugees are resilient, brave people who come to America with the hope of creating a better life. In New Americans, New Promise, author Yorn Yan describes the refugee experience in the United States and how to best help refugees through the acculturation and transition process of becoming a New American. You’ll learn • The remarkable contributions refugees are making, from first arrival to multicultural leadership • What to expect during the five stages of development refugees progress through as they adapt • The characteristics, challenges, and types of support needed at each stage of development • How to build relationships and trust within refugee communities • Insider’s knowledge of the refugee experience—from an author who has moved from refugee to multicultural leader Nonprofits, foundations, government agencies, religious groups, and businesses will find that the stories, tips, tools, and advice in this book help them better understand the refugee experience, so they can create programs and services that work. Refugees and New Americans will find the knowledge and resources to gain a sense of normalcy as they face challenges. They will learn new ways to help themselves succeed—and become leaders in America. Quotes: What others are saying about New Americans, New Promise... “New Americans, New Promise highlights the strength of people who have often survived unimaginable trauma. It’s an important resource for mainstream communities and refugees themselves.” —Ellen Mercer, Senior Program Officer, U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, Washington, DC “This book stands as a valuable contribution to understanding the refugee settlement, transition, and development process. It contains solid, practical advice for refugee-serving organizations.” —Amanuel Melles, Director, Organizational Capacity Building, United Way of Greater Toronto, Canada “I hope this book will become a resource for all national institutions.” —Qamar Ibrahim, Executive Director, Leadership, Empowerment and Development, Minneapolis, MN Table Of Contents: Introduction How This Book Was Written Who This Book Is For How to Use This Book A Hope for Change CHAPTER 1. Understanding Refugees Who Is a Refugee? Terms You Need to Know The Refugee Experience Complex Issues, Remarkable Contributions Summary CHAPTER 2. Five Stages of Refugee Development Five Stages Related to Refugees’ Needs and Contributions The Five Stages of Refugee Development Summary CHAPTER 3. Stage One—Arriving The Refugee at Stage One Success Factors Challenges What Refugees Need at Stage One Summary CHAPTER 4. Stage Two—Adjusting The Refugee at Stage Two Success Factors Challenges What Refugees Need at Stage Two Summary CHAPTER 5. Stage Three—Climbing The Refugee at Stage Three Success Factors Challenges What Refugees Need at Stage Three Summary CHAPTER 6. Stage Four—Achieving The Refugee at Stage Four: New American Success Factors Challenges What New Americans Need at Stage Four Summary CHAPTER 7. Stage Five—Leading Success Factors Challenges What Multicultural Leaders Need at Stage Five Summary CHAPTER 8. Advice for Refugee-Serving Organizations Self-Assessment Major Challenges Learning about Differences Relationship and Trust Is a Key to Success Partnering Roles for Government, Non-profits, Foundations, and Corporations Guidelines for Various Agencies Summary Appendices A. Selected Publications, Web Sites, and Organizations B. Cross-Cultural Communication and Conflict C. Summary of the Stages
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