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Imagine you’re an immigrant who wants to do everything the right way so that you can stay in this country legally. How would you feel if I told you that leaving the US for any reason, even a family emergency, would mean that you will be barred from returning to the US for 10 years, …
Will You Get Deported For Traveling Outside The United States? Read More »
Good news for the 560,000 undocumented immigrants (88,000 in Texas) who enrolled in Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) in 2012: the program was renewed for two more years. If you are eligible for DACA but have never applied, you may also apply for DACA status this year. While we are disappointed that comprehensive and …
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As you know, immigration reform has been a hot topic for several years in political and activist circles in the U.S. On Capitol Hill, proposals have been hammered out, dissected, decried, and after a great deal of work, the “Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act of 2013” was approved by a majority in …
Immigration Reform: When Will It Pass? Who Benefits? Read More »
All too often, our conversations regarding immigration to the U.S. center on effects rather than causes. We talk about deportation, a consequence of undocumented immigration. We talk about the impacts of immigration on our economy, job market and social programs. We talk about the security of our borders. But we don’t spend enough time addressing …
Love Across Borders: A World-Changing Collaboration Read More »
Are you facing an immigration interview? While many people worry about meeting with an official from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), taking time to prepare can help you feel more confident about your interview and will boost your chances of success. Tips for Your Immigration Interview 1. Arrive on time. Immigration officers …
As the violence associated with protests in Venezuela continues, it is extremely important for Venezuelans who need refuge in the United States to know their options. Unfortunately, we have heard reports this week of misinformation and misunderstandings regarding legal protections available to Venezuelans in the U.S. This bad information could cause these people who desperately …
Seeking Protection in the U.S.: What Venezuelans Need to Know Read More »