2019: A Year of Transforming Fear into Hope and Opportunity
Categories: General Announcements
Read what we have done this year to transform fear and uncertainty into hope and opportunity for undocumented young people nationwide.
General Announcements
New Report Based on 3,000 Legal Screenings of Undocumented Immigrants
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
Our team analyzed ten years of online legal intakes for close to 3,000 undocumented immigrants to identify trends and develop recommendations in the areas of education, immigration relief, criminal justice, and more.
DACA at the Supreme Court – The Day After
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
Reflection on the historic day, the strength of the undocumented youth movement, and what we can do next while we wait for the decision.
EDUCATORS: Help Undocumented Students Triumph!
Categories: General Announcements, Higher Education, Resources
New resources to help educators support undocumented students in achieving their educational ambitions.
Get Inspired! Connect! Take Action! Recap from the Second Catalyst Fund Convening
Categories: General Announcements, Higher Education
On September 12th and 13th, Immigrants Rising hosted its second Catalyst Fund Convening in Long Beach. Over 200 individuals—90 educators, 62 students, and 43 presenters and panelists from throughout California—attended this engaging event.
NEW GUIDE: Building On-Campus Undocumented Student Programs
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
We are excited to share our new 25-page guide to help you build an on-campus support program for undocumented students and develop programming in the absence of a dedicated coordinator position, program budget, or designated space.
Now Accepting Applications for Our Entrepreneurship Fund Kickstarter Grants
Categories: Entrepreneurship, General Announcements
Short-term, non-renewable grants of up to $2,000 to help you launch a new project or get your existing one to the next level.
“Inclusivity Poster” to Create Welcoming Spaces for All Students
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
"Immigrants are an integral part of our school community. This poster reminds students and their families that they are welcomed, they are valued and they belong here."
2019 Public Charge Update
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
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.…
NEW RECORDED WEBINAR: Creating Fellowship Programs (For Educational Institutions)
Categories: General Announcements, Higher Education, Resources
Learn how to create fellowships that support students, regardless of immigration status, in their studies or professional development.
Learn How to Get Started with Your Freelance Work
Categories: Entrepreneurship, General Announcements
Immigrants Rising has partnered with Samaschool to deliver two one-day workshops specifically tailored for immigrants interested in starting to work as an independent contractor. Join us for this in-person workshop on either July 9th or July 30th in the SF Bay Area. For those outside of the SF Bay Area, virtual trainings may be available.
Stay Informed, Remain Calm, and Know Your Rights
Categories: General Announcements, Resources
Take action to protect and support the immigrant families and communities who are at greatest risk.
Immigrants Rising 2019-2020 Fellowship Applications Now Open!
Categories: Career Programs, General Announcements
At Immigrants Rising, we believe education is the key to personal transformation. The opportunity to learn, whether it is in a classroom, at a job site or in other forms, gives individuals agency to improve their own lives. Undocumented young people, however, have limited access to professional learning opportunities that offer hands-on experience.…
New Report on Undocumented Students at CA Community Colleges
Categories: General Announcements, Higher Education, Resources
Expanding institutional support for undocumented immigrants ensures that California’s public higher education system will remain a beacon of hope and opportunity for all.
We’re excited to share our groundbreaking statewide landscape analysis of the California Community Colleges (CCC) resulting in the CCC Dreamers Project Report: Strengthening Institutional Practices To Support Undocumented Student Success.…
VAWA Update
Categories: General Announcements
January 3, 2019
On December 21, 2018 VAWA expired at midnight due to the government shut down resulting in temporary funding cut off for programs that help victims of sexual assault, domestic abuse and stalking.
Grants already awarded under the law will not be affected by the lapse in its authorization, but the shutdown will delay payment requests from VAWA-funded programs.…
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Carrie Evans
Leadership Council, Staff
"So many undocumented young people live with honor, resilience, and integrity in the midst of significant uncertainty and inequity."