Immigrants Rising

How immigrants navigate their digital footprints in a charged political climate

Posted by: Communications on September 12, 2024

Paige Gross, reporter for States Newsroom, writes about how immigrants — especially those who are undocumented — navigate publishing or posting anything in digital spaces.

‘We’re going back:’ Undocumented youth face more barriers to reach their potential with DACA in limbo

Posted by: Communications on August 29, 2024

Categories: In the Media

With DACA in limbo and a permanent resolve yet to be determined, more and more immigrants are pushed into unemployment or low-skilled jobs, unable to use their education or skills in their desired fields.

DACA recipients, facing long waits for renewal, risk losing their jobs

Posted by: Communications on May 30, 2024

Categories: In the Media

“Delays in processing DACA renewals are adding to the instability and uncertainty that DACA recipients already face each day.”

California colleges agree on how to interpret in-state tuition law for undocumented students

Posted by: Communications on May 6, 2024

Categories: In the Media

Immigrants Rising united California’s public higher education systems through the Systemwide AB 540 FAQ, a collaborative resource aiming to increase alignment in AB 540 implementation across higher education institutions in California.

Truist Foundation names Centro Community Partners as top grant recipient at the Inspire Awards

Posted by: Communications on April 25, 2024

Categories: In the Media

Immigrants Rising places second in Truist Foundation's Inspire Awards, receiving a $150,000 grant.

Reflections on the 2024 SUCCESS Convening: Unity and Empowerment for Undocumented Students

Posted by: Communications on April 19, 2024

Categories: In the Media

Luz Bertadillo Rodriguez and Ivana Lopez Espinosa of Presidents’ Alliance reflect on their experiences from the 2024 SUCCESS Convening, hosted by the Presidents’ Alliance, in collaboration with TheDream.US and Immigrants Rising.

Undocumented with a degree: One CSUMB grad’s struggle to find work

Posted by: Communications on March 28, 2024

Categories: In the Media

Immigrants Rising’s National Entrepreneurship Manager Denea Joseph discusses independent contracting as a narrow but possible pathway for undocumented individuals to gain work.

Despite Barriers, DACA Entrepreneurs Contribute To Their Communities

Posted by: Communications on January 25, 2024

Categories: In the Media

DACA has empowered its recipients to pursue entrepreneurship and continue helping their families, their communities, and the U.S. economy in the face of significant barriers.

California Program Trains Undocumented Residents to Become Therapists and Serve Those in the Shadows

Posted by: Communications on December 28, 2023

Categories: In the Media

“We really want to send the message that there are so many contributions folks can bring outside of their immigration status,” said Rocío Preciado.

Many California undocumented students are missing out on financial aid. An easier, new application could get them more money

Posted by: Communications on December 22, 2023

Categories: In the Media

Embedding the affidavit in the Dream Act application is “going to be a big step forward,” but it’s not the only step needed “to ensure that students can receive all the financial aid for whatever they have eligibility for” said Nancy Jodaitis.

Faculty, staff urge California colleges to make backup plans in case DACA ends

Posted by: Communications on December 12, 2023

Categories: In the Media

"The DACA generation are not kids anymore. A lot of us are in our 30s and 40s. We’re doing this work so that the future generation of undocumented students doesn’t have such a hard time like we did when we were going to school."

The Undocumented Student Action Week Brings Awareness and Resources At Fresno City College

Posted by: Communications on October 30, 2023

Categories: In the Media

“There is in-state intuition, the California Dream Act is still in place, scholarships are still available, and you do not need DACA to be able to access college,” said Nancy Jodaitis.

Advocates urge permanent immigration solution after another unfavorable DACA ruling

Posted by: Communications on September 18, 2023

Categories: In the Media

“As DACA’s fate heads towards the Supreme Court, it emphasizes the urgent need for a bipartisan, long-term policy solution not just for DACA recipients but for all deserving undocumented immigrants in our country.” — Iliana Perez

11 Mental Health Resources for the Latinx Community

Posted by: Communications on September 13, 2023

Categories: In the Media

Immigrants Rising’s Wellness Support Groups is featured in Wondermind's directory of mental health resources available to Latinx individuals.

Know your rights: Undocumented students can attend K-12 public schools

Posted by: Communications on July 18, 2023

Categories: In the Media

While most schools require students to provide their age and address information, they are not allowed to ask questions regarding a student’s immigration status.

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How immigrants navigate their digital footprints in a charged political climate

‘We’re going back:’ Undocumented youth face more barriers to reach their potential with DACA in limbo

DACA recipients, facing long waits for renewal, risk losing their jobs

California colleges agree on how to interpret in-state tuition law for undocumented students

Truist Foundation names Centro Community Partners as top grant recipient at the Inspire Awards

Reflections on the 2024 SUCCESS Convening: Unity and Empowerment for Undocumented Students

Undocumented with a degree: One CSUMB grad’s struggle to find work

Despite Barriers, DACA Entrepreneurs Contribute To Their Communities

California Program Trains Undocumented Residents to Become Therapists and Serve Those in the Shadows

Many California undocumented students are missing out on financial aid. An easier, new application could get them more money

Faculty, staff urge California colleges to make backup plans in case DACA ends

The Undocumented Student Action Week Brings Awareness and Resources At Fresno City College

Advocates urge permanent immigration solution after another unfavorable DACA ruling

11 Mental Health Resources for the Latinx Community

Know your rights: Undocumented students can attend K-12 public schools

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