Bridging Gaps and Increasing Knowledge to Support Immigrants and Refugees
CIRH Academy, an educational initiative of the Center for Immigrant and Refugee Health (CIRH), provides culturally tailored trainings on immigrant and refugee topics designed to enhance the health and wellness outcomes for immigrant and refugee communities. Through in-person workshops, webinars, and multilingual digital materials, CIRH Academy resources inclusive, impactful tools for use by immigrants and refugees, service providers, and academic partners to improve services for these constituents.
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CIRH Academy provides multilingual and impactful educational resources to support immigrants and refugees, as well as the service providers and academic partners working with them. Our content equips communities with the knowledge and tools to navigate challenges and improve access to essential services.
Explore CIRH Academy’s offerings:
Identifying and Overcoming Challenges Faced by Refugee Families with Dr. Rafiullah Sadiq, MD, MICHA (English)
Discussion on Afghan Refugee Legal Issues with Attorney Spojmie Nasiri (Pashto & Dari)
Discussion on Autism Spectrum Disorder with Dr. Sharifi (Dari)
Webinar: Strengthening Refugee Women’s Health Through Reproductive Health Literacy Training (English)
Very High Levels of Violent Discipline Among Children in Afghanistan with Dr. Saeedzai (Pashto)
Many immigrants and refugees encounter significant challenges during their resettlement journey, including but not limited to:
Trauma
Overcoming language barriers
Accessing culturally or linguistically appropriate care
Navigating unfamiliar healthcare and health insurance systems
Managing financial constraints
Lack of knowledge about available services and rights
Fear of discrimination or stigma
These barriers lead to delays in care and result in unmet needs.
CIRH Academy bridges these gaps by offering:
Information About the Latest Research and Data on immigrant and refugee issues/topics
Health Education for Communities: Community-focused workshops and resources help immigrants and refugees understand preventive care, access available services, and know their rights within the healthcare system.
Cultural Competency Training for Providers: Comprehensive training programs equip service providers with understanding and respect for cultural differences to produce compassionate, effective care.