JVS Boston was cited in an article by The Boston Globe about how Haitian migrants seeking full-time employment face barriers beyond attaining work permits.
Jewish Vocational Services held a job fair targeting non-native English speakers Monday with four Boston-area food service companies. About 100 people — mostly Haitian Creole speakers — showed up looking for employment.
Susan Buckey, director of employer engagement at Jewish Vocational Services and MassHIRE Downtown Boston, said the organization plans to hold more job fairs moving forward.
Read the full article here: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/03/29/metro/work-permits-for-haitian-migrants/