Immigrants Rising

Statement on the Introduction of the Dream Act of 2025: Pathway to Citizenship Cannot Wait Any Longer

Posted by: Communications on December 5, 2025

Categories: General Announcements, Press Release

U.S. Senators Durbin and Murkowski reintroduces the bipartisan Dream Act, which would provide a pathway to citizenship for individuals who have lived in the U.S. for most of their lives, contributing to our communities and economy.

Honoring the Legacy of AB 540 by Leading & Engaging in College Access & Affordability Efforts

Posted by: Communications on November 26, 2025

Categories: General Announcements

The 24th anniversary of AB 540 was extra special in light of the recent attacks and attempts by the federal government to dismantle in-state tuition policies.

Statement From Immigrants Rising on the Department of Justice’s Complaint Against California’s In-State Tuition and Financial Aid Policies

Posted by: Communications on November 21, 2025

Categories: General Announcements

Immigrants Rising denounces the DOJ's challenge to California’s in-state tuition policy that has provided thousands of eligible students, including U.S. citizens, a pathway to an affordable college education.

California Supreme Court Reaffirms Undocumented Students’ Access to On-Campus Jobs

Posted by: Communications on November 4, 2025

Categories: General Announcements, Press Release

The California Supreme Court upholds the Court of Appeals’ prior ruling that the UC's employment policy discriminates on the basis of immigration status and therefore unlawful under state law.

Statement From Immigrants Rising on Immigration Enforcement Activity & Escalations in the Bay Area

Posted by: Communications on October 30, 2025

Categories: General Announcements

Immigrants Rising will continue fighting for every immigrant’s right to live, work, and thrive without constraint.

2025 Legislative & Budget Recap: Expanding Opportunities for California Immigrants

Posted by: Communications on October 28, 2025

Categories: General Announcements

We are grateful for our many partners who joined us in these advocacy efforts and continue to uplift the needs and lived experiences of immigrants across the state.

In order of left to right, Immigrants Rising’s Policy Advocacy Senior Manager Daniela R., Executive Director Dr, Iliana Perez, Programs Director Laura Monica B.G., and Career Pathways Manager Jesús F.R. smile for a team photo.

Reinvigorated: Recap of the 2025 SUCCESS Convening

Posted by: Communications on September 29, 2025

Categories: General Announcements

Immigrants Rising is proud to co-host the 2025 SUCCESS Convening, bringing together educators, advocates, and students to advance equitable opportunities for undocumented students.

Immigrants Rising Denounces the U.S. Supreme Court’s Decision To Allow Blanketed Discriminatory Immigration Detention Tactics

Posted by: Communications on September 9, 2025

Categories: General Announcements

The SCOTUS lifted a lower district court order and re-enabled immigration officials to use discriminatory and racist tactics to carry out the administration’s unscrupulous immigration agenda.

Immigrants Rising Applauds California Court of Appeals’ Decision Regarding Undocumented Students’ Access To On-Campus Jobs

Posted by: Communications on August 12, 2025

Categories: General Announcements, Press Release

A California Court of Appeals ruled that the UC’s policy of barring undocumented immigrants from accessing on-campus jobs and paid research positions is discriminatory and violates state law.

California Invests $7.5MM in Immigrant Entrepreneurship

Posted by: Communications on July 16, 2025

Categories: General Announcements, Press Release

The California State Legislature and Gov. Gavin Newsom approves $7.5 million to continue investing in entrepreneurship for immigrants and individuals with limited English proficiency.

Statement from Iliana Perez, Executive Director of Immigrants Rising, on ICE Raids and Federal Military Deployment in Los Angeles County

Posted by: Communications on June 9, 2025

Categories: General Announcements

Immigrants Rising stands with Los Angeles residents who believe that everyone, regardless of status, deserves to live with dignity and without fear.

At 100 Days, Attacks on In-State Tuition for California’s Undocumented Students Harm Our Economy and Communities

Posted by: Communications on April 30, 2025

Categories: General Announcements, Press Release

We stand firm in our mission to empower every individual to reach their full potential—no matter who holds office or what harmful policies arise.

This Tax Day, ICE is going after the very immigrants who fund Social Security

Posted by: Communications on April 17, 2025

Categories: General Announcements

This Tax Day, while millions file their returns as usual, over 12 million people will do so at grave risk—not just to their finances, but to their safety.