Public Policy

Good public policy is the bedrock of thriving and resilient communities. In both Canada and the United States, WES works with countless partners to develop and advocate policies that enable immigrants, refugees, and international students to contribute fully to the communities where they live.

Learn more about our policy work and recommendations below.

U.S. Senate Russell Office Building Rotunda in Washington DC

Ideas & Impact

To help create such change, we partner with organizations, institutions, networks, and governments on programs, policy, advocacy, research, and grantmaking to benefit immigrants, refugees, international students, and the communities they join.

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Welcoming Communities in Action

How State and Local Efforts Are Leading the Way on Data Collection to Better Serve Immigrants and Refugees

Sharif Krabti |

Welcoming Communities in Action

#ImmigrantsWork: Localizing Strategies for Harnessing International Talent in Communities Across Canada 

WES Global Talent Bridge |

IMPRINT

‘Improving Opportunities’ Legislation Passes House with Bipartisan Support

Jacki Esposito |

Programs and Partners

#ImmigrantsWork Campaign: Key Themes from the Launch

Devon Franklin |