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Empowering refugees and immigrants to rebuild their lives. Learn more at www.ifworldfreedom.org

The International Foundation for World Freedom is a Los Angeles nonprofit committed to empowering the most vulnerable immigrants and refugees by assisting them in relocation and resettlement in the United States. For over a decade, the International Foundation for World Freedom has partnered with social services organizations and local corporations to assist resettling families build a new life. Together with our partners, IFWF encourages immigrant and refugee families to become self-sufficient citizens in a new life, free of violence and exploitation. Our multi-faceted program offers families comprehensive support as they start a new life. This includes:
· Assistance finding an apartment, and access to high quality home items
· Access to charitable and state services for low-and no-income families
· Language, civics, and citizen classes
· Legal and immigration assistance aid

Get involved today at ifworldfreedom.org

09/03/2026

📘 Coming Soon: IFWF Policy Brief No. 1

We are pleased to announce that the International Foundation for World Freedom is preparing for the publication of our first Policy Brief:
“From Barriers to Blueprints: Understanding the Usage–Comprehension Gap in Financial Literacy.”

Our research examines an important but often overlooked question: having access to financial information does not necessarily mean that people understand it well enough to use it effectively.

The Policy Brief introduces the concept of the Usage–Comprehension Gap and explores its implications for financial literacy, financial inclusion, and economic well-being.

This publication represents the work of our Economic Department and our broader research community, with a focus on producing practical, evidence-based research that can contribute to policy discussions.

We look forward to sharing the Brief publicly very soon.

📊 Research. Evidence. Policy. Impact.

09/01/2026

📢 IFWF IS RECRUITING VOLUNTEER RESEARCH ASSISTANTS

The International Foundation for World Freedom (IFWF) is looking for motivated Volunteer Research Assistants to join our Research Department.

We welcome applications from:
• Recent graduates and current students
• Bachelor’s and Master’s students in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Public Policy, Finance, and related fields
• Graduates of U.S. universities
• Foreign/international graduates of U.S. universities
• Candidates interested in developing practical research experience
🔎 Potential Responsibilities

Depending on the project, Research Assistants may support:
• Literature reviews and research preparation
• Data collection and organization
• Quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Excel, Python, SQL, or other research tools
• Economic and policy research
• Preparation of research materials and reports
• Research publications and policy briefs

We are particularly interested in candidates who are responsible, responsive, detail-oriented, and genuinely interested in research.

This is a volunteer research opportunity with IFWF.
📩 To apply: https://www.ifworldfreedom.org/our-team-1
Please send your resume/CV and links to your LinkedIn profile, publications, writing samples, or other relevant work to:
[email protected]

🌎 International candidates and foreign graduates of U.S. universities are welcome to apply.

Learn more about IFWF:
www.ifworldfreedom.org

08/31/2026

📢 IFWF IS RECRUITING VOLUNTEER ECONOMISTS

The International Foundation for World Freedom (IFWF) is expanding its Research Department and is seeking volunteer economists with PhD and Master’s degrees in Economics from U.S. universities.

We welcome applications from:
• PhD graduates in Economics
• Master’s graduates in Economics and related fields
• Recent graduates and experienced professionals
• Foreign/international graduates of U.S. universities
• Economists interested in research, economic policy, financial inclusion, and immigrant economic integration

🔎 What You May Work On
Our research activities include:
• Economic research and analysis
• Financial inclusion and financial literacy
• Immigrant economic integration
• U.S. economic conditions and trends
• Policy research and policy briefs
• Data analysis and research publications

This is a volunteer research opportunity within IFWF’s Research Department. Selected volunteers may have opportunities to contribute to research projects, publications, policy work, and collaborative academic initiatives.

📩 Interested?
Please submit your resume/CV and, if available, links to your publications, research, LinkedIn profile, or other relevant work to:
[email protected]
and https://www.ifworldfreedom.org/our-team-1

🌎 IFWF welcomes qualified candidates regardless of nationality, including foreign graduates of U.S. universities.

Learn more about IFWF and our programs:
www.ifworldfreedom.org

08/28/2026

📚 A Rich Body of Economic Research Is Coming

Behind every IFWF publication is a team of economists and researchers bringing together different perspectives, academic backgrounds, and areas of expertise.

Our upcoming Policy Brief reflects this growing research capacity.
The Brief examines economic barriers and opportunities through research grounded in the real experiences of people navigating the U.S. economy — including the challenges faced by new immigrants and other populations working to understand and participate fully in the economic system.

But this is only part of what our researchers are building.

Our Economics team is also developing work for the State of the U.S. Economy project and exploring new research questions, including labor-market experiences and economic integration of new immigrants.

📖 Our next publication is coming soon.
We are proud of the researchers behind it — and excited about the body of economic research that IFWF is continuing to build.

Stay connected. More research is coming.
www.ifworldfreedom.org

08/27/2026

📊 IFWF Is Expanding Its Economics Research Team

We are looking for 5 more economists — both graduates and current students — who would like to contribute to the research work of the International Foundation for World Freedom.

Our Economics team brings together researchers at different stages of their academic and professional careers, creating an environment where students, graduates, and experienced economists can contribute their perspectives and develop meaningful research.

Current and upcoming areas of work include:
• The State of the U.S. Economy research project
• Labor-market research
• Economic integration of new immigrants
• Financial literacy and economic well-being
• Public policy and economic opportunity
• Development of research briefs and publications

You don't have to wait until you have your Ph.D. to begin contributing to serious economic research. Current economics students are welcome.

We are looking for people who are curious, responsible, willing to learn, and ready to contribute.

If economics is your field — whether you are still studying or already graduated — consider joining IFWF.

📩 Five places are open on our growing Economics research team.

Please read more about our economic department here -
https://www.ifworldfreedom.org/general-9-1

You may send us your resume and LinkedIn profile to [email protected]

For other opportunities apply here - https://www.ifworldfreedom.org/our-team-1

08/27/2026

📣 IFWF Is Looking for an Administrative Assistant

As the International Foundation for World Freedom continues to expand its research, educational, and fellowship programs, we are looking for an Administrative Assistant to support our CEO and help keep our growing organization moving efficiently.

This is an opportunity for someone who is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and interested in working with an international nonprofit organization.

The role may include:
• Administrative and organizational support
• Scheduling and correspondence
• Document and file organization
• Research and project coordination support
• Communication with fellows, volunteers, and partners
• Other tasks that help strengthen IFWF's day-to-day operations

We are especially interested in someone who takes initiative, communicates well, and follows through.

If you are interested in contributing to an organization focused on economic research, financial literacy, and opportunities for new immigrants and refugees, we would love to hear from you.

📩 Join us and help build the organizational foundation behind our growing work.
You may apply by sending us your resume and a request to our email - [email protected]

For other volunteer positions please review our page - https://www.ifworldfreedom.org/our-team-1

08/25/2026

IFWF — Something New Is Coming
We are working on our next Policy Brief.

Our research team has been developing a new IFWF Brief addressing an important question at the intersection of economic behavior, financial systems, and real-world decision-making.

We are not ready to reveal the full topic yet. 😉
But we can tell you that the new Brief will continue IFWF's approach of looking beyond the surface of economic problems and asking:
What is actually happening?
Why is it happening?
What evidence can help us understand it?
And what can be done differently?

Our first Policy Brief, From Barriers to Blueprints, examined the Usage–Comprehension Gap and explored how access to financial services does not necessarily mean that people fully understand or effectively use them.

The next Brief takes our research in a new direction.
📚 Research is underway.
🔎 Analysis is continuing.
📝 The Brief is taking shape.

And soon we'll be ready to share it.
What do you think our researchers should investigate next?

Tell us your ideas — you may be surprised how closely your question comes to our current research.

08/24/2026

IFWF — Postgraduate Research & Policy Fellowship
Postgraduate Research & Policy Fellowship — IFWF

Are you a Master's or PhD student, recent graduate, or early-career researcher interested in applying research to real-world economic and financial questions?

The International Foundation for World Freedom (IFWF) is developing its postgraduate research community and welcomes applications from motivated researchers interested in areas such as:
🔹 economics and financial systems;
🔹 financial inclusion and economic participation;
🔹 financial literacy;
🔹 nonprofit funding and grantmaking;
🔹 economic research and policy analysis;
🔹 applied financial research; and
🔹 interdisciplinary research connecting academic knowledge with practical problems.

IFWF's Fellowship is designed around a research-first approach.
Participants may have opportunities to:
Research → Analyze → Engage with Practitioners → Develop Findings → Produce Research

Depending on the project, Fellows may work with IFWF researchers, educational materials, real-world cases, and practitioners.

We are especially interested in applicants who are:
intellectually curious;
independent thinkers;
strong researchers;
willing to investigate unfamiliar subjects;
able to work independently;
interested in applied research; and
committed to producing meaningful research outputs.

If you are looking for a research experience that goes beyond the traditional academic environment, we would like to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a brief statement describing your research interests and what you would like to investigate with IFWF.
Our email: [email protected]

IFWF — International Foundation for World Freedom
Research • Education • Economic Participation

08/24/2026

IFWF — Economic & Research Volunteers
IFWF is looking for Economic & Research Volunteers

The International Foundation for World Freedom (IFWF) is expanding its research and educational activities and is looking for motivated volunteers interested in economics, finance, research, data analysis, public policy, and economic education.

Volunteer research activities may include:
🔹 economic and financial research;
🔹 literature and data research;
🔹 analysis of financial and economic information;
🔹 research on financial inclusion and economic participation;
🔹 foundation and grantor research;
🔹 preparation of research materials and analytical summaries;
🔹 case-study development;
🔹 support for IFWF educational programs; and
🔹 other research assignments based on the volunteer's skills and interests.

We are particularly interested in graduate students, recent graduates, Master's students, PhD students, and researchers who want practical research experience and an opportunity to contribute to an active nonprofit research organization.

This is a volunteer opportunity, and assignments may be structured so that participants can contribute remotely and progressively take greater responsibility for their work.

Interested in joining IFWF's research community?
Send us a message or contact [email protected] with your résumé/CV and a brief description of your research interests.

08/24/2026

What if graduate education went beyond the classroom?

What if a graduate researcher could learn not only from academic literature, but also from people who actually work inside financial systems?

Imagine a program where a participant could:
🔹 study how businesses obtain working capital;
🔹 examine factoring and purchase-order financing;
🔹 speak directly with finance professionals and risk managers;
🔹 analyze real-world financial cases;
🔹 research foundations and nonprofit funding;
🔹 examine an actual grant proposal and budget;
🔹 study financial literacy as an applied economic issue; and
🔹 finish with an independent applied research project.

The educational model we're exploring at the International Foundation for World Freedom (IFWF) would connect:
Research → Practitioner Experience → Real-World Case → Analysis → Applied Assignment → Research Output

We are considering developing this as a new graduate-level educational and professional-development program.
But before we finalize the concept, we want to hear from graduate students, graduates, researchers, educators, and professionals.

What do you think?
Would this kind of practical, research-based graduate education be valuable?
And what would you want to learn in a program like this?

Please share your thoughts. Your feedback may help shape the program itself.

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