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I want to know about my rights (1)
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Economic Empowerment Resource Guide
While this guide is specifically intended to provide helpful information for immigrant victims of violent crimes, it may benefit many New Yorkers who are entering the job market for the first time, researching college or other educational programs, or looking to change careers. It provides information about: - high-school equivalency (GED) and English as a Second Language (ESL) programs - welfare/job centers that service immigrants throughout New York City and accept applications for cash assistance, food stamps, and Medicaid - job training and job placement programs - employment agencies - personal financial literacy classes to teach how to budget and save money - financial aid for higher education (such as college) - small business resources, including micro-loans Content Detail
Documents you need to work in the U.S. (5)
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Employer work authorization verification
If you are an undocumented immigrant working in New York State, employers must, by law, verify that you have a work permit. This link will take you to a PDF guide written by the National Employment Law Project. Content Detail
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Foreign workers and Social Security numbers
Are you temporarily in the United States to work? If you are, your employer will ask for your Social Security number. Social Security numbers are used to report your wages to the government and to determine eligibility for Social Security benefits. Social Security numbers can be assigned to foreign workers who are authorized to work in the United States. Content Detail
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How to get a social security number and card
A Social Security number is important because you need it to get a job, collect Social Security benefits and receive some other government services. Many other businesses, such as banks and credit companies, also ask for your number. Learn the steps you need to take to get both your social security number and card. Content Detail
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I am a refugee or asylee. How do I show that I am authorized to work in the US?
This is a PDF published by the USCIS about how to show that you are eligible to work for an employer in the U.S. Content Detail
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Visa classifications that allow you to work in the U.S.
Follow the link to learn about the different visas that permit you to enter and work in the US. Content Detail
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Workers' rights and discrimination (6)
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Filing a charge of employment discrimination
This fact sheet explains the steps to take in order to file a complaint of employment discrimination with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Content Detail
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Foreign Labor Certification
When employers want to petition on behalf of a foreign worker to immigrate to the US to fill a job, they often complete a Foreign Labor Certification. The U.S. Department of Labor handles this. Follow the link to learn. Content Detail
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Immigrants' eligibility for unemployment compensation
This fact sheet explains how you can qualify for unemployment benefits if you are an immigrant. Content Detail
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Immigration status and your rights as a worker
Information on what rights and protections you have as an immigrant worker. Content Detail
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Obtaining unemployment benefits in New York State if you do not speak English
If you do not speak English, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) must provide assistance to help you access their programs and services. While the NYSDOL does provide some language assistance, there are still challenges. This resource provides a checklist of the free language assistance currently available when obtaining your unemployment benefits and problems you should be aware of. Content Detail
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The workplace rights of Muslims, Arabs, South Asians and Sikhs
Information about employment discrimination and harassment based on national origin and/or religion geared especially to Muslims, Arabs, South Asians and Sikhs after September 11th. Content Detail
Rights of day laborers, migrant and farm workers (3)
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Legal rights manual for farm workers in New York State
This resource gives you information about the legal rights of farm workers. Content Detail
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Obtaining unemployment benefits in New York State if you do not speak English
If you do not speak English, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) must provide assistance to help you access their programs and services. While the NYSDOL does provide some language assistance, there are still challenges. This resource provides a checklist of the free language assistance currently available when obtaining your unemployment benefits and problems you should be aware of. Content Detail
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Unemployment benefits for farmworkers
This resource provides a basic overview of farmworkers' rights to receive unemployment benefits Content Detail
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Rules for employment agencies in New York City (1)
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What you need to know about employment agencies
Learn about your rights before you sign a contract. Content Detail
What should I know about completing a tax return? (1)
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Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
Information on the Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN), which can sometimes be used to file taxes by immigrants who can't get a social security number. Also includes a link to the forms to apply for a ITIN. Content Detail
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I need an interpreter (3)
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Filing a complaint about an Immigration Court interpreter
This link will take you to a page on the U.S. Department of Justice website that explains how to file a complaint about an interpreter. Content Detail
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Getting legal help in your language
Legal aid offices (also called legal services) are not-for-profit agencies that provide free legal help to people who cannot afford to hire a lawyer. Many legal aid offices throughout the United States receive money from the U.S. government and therefore must provide language access services to people who do not speak English well. Read More
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Obtaining unemployment benefits in New York State if you do not speak English
If you do not speak English, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) must provide assistance to help you access their programs and services. While the NYSDOL does provide some language assistance, there are still challenges. This resource provides a checklist of the free language assistance currently available when obtaining your unemployment benefits and problems you should be aware of. Content Detail
