Orientation Workshop for Foreign-Trained Professionals
African Bridge Network (ABN) creates a network for foreign-trained professionals in Massachusetts by connecting them with professional mentors, social service providers, community leaders, and other immigrant professionals. The workshops are designed to introduce immigrant professionals to this network so that no time is lost in their successful integration.
Curriculum topics vary, but can include maintaining legal immigrant status, finding a job and understanding workplace culture, building a career in the US, accessing healthcare, education, and social services, finding housing, and managing personal finances. The workshops are led by professionals in the various fields.
Who will benefit from the Orientation Workshop?
Recent immigrants with a foreign college degree and work experience.
Topics to be discussed at these workshops
Each workshop has different resources, but some topics include:
Do you have questions about these workshops? View our FAQ HERE.
Date and Venue
View our 2026 workshop dates and locations below. Please register for the workshops you would like to attend.
Previously Invited Resources
If you or your organization is interested in participating in a future workshop, please contact Maddy Crudele at maddy@africanbn.org. Help us continue to advance the careers of immigrant professionals by reaching out today.
We envision a day when the skills of immigrant professionals are highly valued and they can use their past experiences to build their careers, support their families, and make meaningful contributions to our society.
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