Labor Dept. Announces $850,000 Grant to Establish New Iowans Centers; Will Assist Immigrant Transition Into Workforce, Community

U.S. Newswire › June 28, 2005

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WASHINGTON, June 28 /U.S. Newswire/ -- U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao today announced an $850,000 demonstration grant to Iowa Workforce Development to establish three New Iowans Centers to help immigrants transition into their new communities and the workforce.

"One of the biggest and most immediate hurdles that many immigrants face when they arrive in our country is not being able to speak English. Knowing how to speak the language is essential to advancement in our economy." said Chao. "This $850,000 grant will establish New Iowans Centers which will help newcomers gain valuable language skills, job training, and job placement and other helpful services, while in the process help build strong communities."

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Labor Dept. Announces $850,000 Grant to Establish New Iowans Centers; Will Assist Immigrant Transition Into Workforce, Community

The grant, awarded through the Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration, ...

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