Categories: California Campus Catalyst Fund, Educational Partnerships, General Announcements
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Categories: Fellowships, General Announcements, Leadership Opportunities
Immigrants Rising offers year-long fellowships for undocumented young people in the Bay Area and nationwide. This year, we selected 18 new fellows. They will benefit from extensive training and professional development in Entrepreneurship, High School Engagement, Higher Education, Immigration Law, and Research & Storytelling.…
Categories: Educational Partnerships, General Announcements, High School Partnerships
When undocumented young people are able to pursue education and careers, they can create new, brighter futures for themselves, their families, and their communities.
Unfortunately the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant policies and rhetoric are severely hindering the high school graduation and college enrollment rates of undocumented students.…
Categories: Entrepreneurship Fund, General Announcements
“This grant gave me the confidence to take my business to the next level, to create a space to help others and, most importantly, to help me grow as a social entrepreneur.”— Maria Mendez, 2016 Entrepreneurship Fund Grantee
Undocumented entrepreneurs and freelancers working to create social change can apply for grants and support through Immigrants Rising’s Entrepreneurship Fund.…
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
Our country’s future depends on young people. Giving all of us an inclusive and welcoming environment will lead to a stronger, more vibrant tomorrow for everyone.
The ongoing anti-immigrant and xenophobic narratives that permeate our country have negatively impacted the way immigrant students experience life in the United States.…
Categories: General Announcements
Last week, the Trump administration published their final public charge rule, which if implemented may affect individuals seeking permanent resident status in the United States. This policy is designed to be confusing and cause fear, and it is important to stay informed, remain calm, and know your rights.…
Categories: General Announcements
Our community helps us find strength in ourselves. Together we hold each other up and push each other forward. We have power because no one has to go through hardship alone.
Last Sunday, many of us read about the senseless violence that took place at the Gilroy Garlic Festival.…
Categories: General Announcements, Newsletters
Fellow, Legal Services Team
"Things can change. You may find yourself eligible for something in the future. I was undocumented for almost 28 years. So it's a long process. But in the end, it's a positive process."