Is this program for me?

If you...

• are a refugee or have political asylum
  
• are a Cuban or Haitian entrant or a Cuban or Haitian parolee
  
• are a Certified Victim of Trafficking
  
• are Amerasian
  
• need to improve your English skills
  
• need career counseling to establish and reach your employment goals
  
• need vocational training to prepare yourself for the workforce
  
• need to become self sufficient in the US
  
  ....then Project RENEW if for you!
  
  How long am I eligible for services at Project RENEW?
  
  If you have been in the US for sixty (60) months of less and reside in Broward County, you are eligible to receive services at Project RENEW. The sixty month period begins on the client's date of entry into the United States for refugees, entrants and parolees.  For clients with political asylum, the sixty month period begins on the date this status is granted.
  
  How much do I have to pay in order to participate?
  
  All of the services are FREE for our clients. ESOL books and materials are provided to each student at each level at no charge. Project RENEW can also pay for approved training programs along with any related books and/or materials. In some circumstances, clients may have to pay certain fees up front; however, such fees may be reimbursed upon approval.
  
  Where are your classes offered?
  
  We offer ESOL classes on the South Campus of BCC in Pembroke Pines where our office is located and also on the North Campus of BCC in Coconut Creek.
  
  Approved vocational training courses are offered at all BCC campuses and centers as well as the Broward County Technical Centers (Atlantic, McFatter and Sheridan).
  
  What do I have to do to get started?
  
  Please call to schedule an appointment and bring with you all of your documentation to demonstrate your eligibility. Such documentation includes:
• I-94
• Social Security Card
• Employment Authorization Card
• Permanent Residence Card
• Driver License or another valid form of picture identification
• Asylum Letter or Order
• Asylum Application Receipt (for entrants and/or parolees from Cuba or Haiti only)