NewBridges Immigrant Resource Center

06/11/2026

Immigrants who are integrated into American society through education, employment, and community engagement are more likely to contribute positively to their communities. Programs that promote immigrant integration, such as English language education and workforce training, help immigrants build a sense of belonging and investment in their new country.
Studies have shown that immigrant communities contribute to public safety by reducing crime rates in their neighborhoods. Research from the American Immigration Council has consistently demonstrated that immigrants are less likely to commit crimes than native-born citizens, debunking the myth that immigration is linked to higher crime rates.

06/10/2026

Many of the world’s most innovative ideas have emerged from the intersection of different cultures and experiences. Immigrants bring unique insights from their home countries, leading to breakthroughs in science, technology, the arts, and other fields. Research published in Harvard Business Review found that culturally diverse teams are more creative and better at solving problems than homogenous teams. In today’s globalized world, immigration is key to maintaining a competitive edge in innovation.

06/09/2026

What is your favorite Local Immigrant-Owned Restaurant?
Go To:
Taste of Home: https://www.vpm.org/2023-03-23/taste-of-home-immigrant-owned-restaurants-thrive-in-harrisonburg

06/08/2026

Many immigrants bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a wealth of skills that lead to job creation, not job losses. According to research from the National Foundation for American Policy, immigrants in the U.S. are almost twice as likely to start a business compared to native-born citizens. These immigrant-owned businesses, both large and small, provide millions of jobs. Companies like Google, Tesla, and eBay were founded by immigrants or their children, showing the profound impact that immigrants can have on the American economy.

06/04/2026

To Medicaid Recipients, changes are taking effect so preparation matters.
Medicaid enrollees and families can:

~Watch for renewal notices and respond promptly (preferably in person)
~Update contact information with your state Medicaid agency
~Document work hours or exemptions if subject to new reporting requirement

06/04/2026

05/28/2026

"The announcement, which potentially affects hundreds of thousands of green card applicants a year, was the latest immigration policy unveiled by Trump’s Republican administration to stun and confound lawyers, advocates and immigrants. It’s also part of a pivot by the administration to target legal pathways to immigration, after focusing since last year mostly on migrants in the U.S. illegally."

President Donald Trump's administration has announced a new policy requiring green card seekers to apply from their home countries instead of in the U.S.