Empowering Immigrants and Closing the Tech Talent Gap

MIAMI - Sept. 19, 2024 - PRLog -- Immigrants form the backbone of the U.S. workforce, yet many face language barriers that prevent them from reaching their full potential. With approximately 43% of immigrants in the U.S. classified as Limited English Proficient (LEP), millions remain stuck in low-paying jobs, unable to leverage their skills. In an effort to change this narrative, Anna Gandrabura's English For IT™ is offering a unique solution: the Tech ESL Program, designed to empower immigrants with the language skills needed for thriving careers in technology.

Highly-skilled immigrant workers often face the challenge of being overqualified for their jobs due to language limitations, while those with less formal education remain unable to access better career opportunities. These barriers cost the U.S. economy billions in lost talent and earning potential. However, the Tech ESL Program by English For IT™ addresses both the language barrier and the growing tech talent shortage, creating a path for immigrants to thrive in the U.S. economy.

In a world where STEM-related jobs are increasingly shaping the future, it's essential that immigrants are included in this growth. According to a study by Science, STEM economic activity accounted for $9.45 trillion of the U.S. economy in 2021, which represents 40.5% of the U.S. GDP. Immigrants who can speak English fluently are twice as likely to work in high-skilled jobs, as reported by the Center for Immigration Studies.

The Tech ESL Program https://www.english4it.online/tech-esl stands out because of its flexibility and focus. It offers a comprehensive curriculum in various formats, including classroom, self-paced, and hybrid learning. This ensures that learners from diverse backgrounds can access the training they need in a way that suits their lifestyle. The program not only improves an individual's financial outlook but also helps address the tech talent shortage in the U.S.

Call to Action:

To further its mission of empowering immigrants, English For IT™ is offering a one-year grant to U.S. colleges, universities, ESL schools, and literacy centers to join the Tech ESL program. This grant provides institutions the opportunity to offer free access to the educational content. By taking the grant educational institutions will help prepare the next generation of tech talent with the language abilities needed to succeed in today's competitive job market.

To apply for the grant, email: anna@english4it.online.