Reflecting on 15 Years of the IMPRINT Coalition
About the IMPRINT Coalition
The IMPRINT Coalition (IMmigrant PRofessional INTegration), launched in 2011, brought together service providers, advocates, and educational institutions to expand economic mobility for immigrants. Over the years, the IMPRINT Coalition has grown into a national coalition of non-profit organizations working to raise awareness of the skills, talents, and contributions of internationally educated immigrants and refugees.
Key Accomplishments
2015
Released Steps to Success with the Institute for Immigration Research, identifying economic and professional barriers facing immigrant professionals.
2021
Launched the #UntappedTalent national awareness campaign to support the Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act, gaining support from 200+ organizations.
2022
Played a pivotal role in the passage of the Bridging the Gap for New Americans Act, mobilizing IMPRINT members and key stakeholders to advance federal policy change.
2023
Coordinated coalition-wide advocacy to build support for three federal health care workforce bills:
- PATH Act
- IMG Assistance Act
- Immigrants in Nursing and Allied Health Act
2024
Released Amplifying the Impact: Bridging the Gap for New Americans, offering Department of Labor policy recommendations stemming from the earlier federal report.
2025
Expanded IMPRINT to 43 member organizations across 19 states.
Engaged 100+ practitioners and advocates through trainings, monthly convenings, and technical assistance.
Helped elevate the National Office of New Americans Act (2021) and amplify the launch of 22 new ONA offices nationwide.
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