#NoJudgment | National Resource Center for Refugees, Immigrants, and Migrants (NRC-RIM)

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Created for and by immigrant and refugee youth

We partnered with IDEO.org, a non-profit design firm, to co-create a toolkit alongside youth from refugee, immigrant, and migrant (RIM) communities. The result is #NoJudgment, a toolkit that offers resources for community-based organizations and individuals to help de-escalate the often polarized conversations that are taking place around the COVID-19 vaccine among young people in refugee, immigrant and migrant communities.

These tools are especially designed to take into account the unique needs and concerns of young people belonging to RIM communities in the US. We spent time speaking with young people ages 18-25 to listen and build understanding around their perspectives. Then, we worked alongside youth from RIM communities to create and test all materials.

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For Individuals

In #NoJudgment young people can access:

Information
Access clear responses to common vaccine concerns in youthful language that is casual, inclusive and inviting.
Tips
With 9 core concepts, youth can learn how to have a compassionate conversation with someone who has a different view.
Inspiration
Videos of youth having judgment-free conversations about COVID-19 vaccines with each other demonstrate best practices.
Practice
Our Textversation tool allows youth to practice texting with a friend so they can learn what responses will be the most effective.

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For Organizations

#NoJudgment offers organizations:

Understanding of youth concerns
An outline of common vaccine concerns that youth may hold, and tips on how to respond from them in a culturally-affirming way.
Best practices
A set of core principles will help organizations support youth in having judgment-free conversations.
Social media assets
Customizable images, quizzes and more help spark curiosity among youth. There are also tips on using social media effectively.
Gathering tools
Feel confident in facilitating judgment-free vaccine discussions via in-person or virtual gatherings of youth. Refer youth to resources that meet a variety of needs.