Home Is Here Opportunity Program
“The fear I have felt is not mine alone. It is a fear shared by so many others. But the hope I have felt is not mine alone either. It is a collective hope, one that binds us together and drives us forward.…
Home Is Here Opportunity Program
A year in review, and a year to look forward to.
Categories: General Announcements
I am deeply optimistic about what the future holds for Immigrants Rising.
Biden Unveils Policy Changes Impacting 550,000 Immigrants Including 90,000 DACA Recipients
Categories: General Announcements
The two proposed policy changes would allow eligible undocumented immigrants to seek long-term immigration remedies that were previously extremely difficult to pursue.
Immigrants Rising Applauds CCC Chancellor’s Office, UC Office of the President, and CSU Office of the Chancellor for Supporting Equitable Implementation of AB 540
Categories: General Announcements, Higher Education, Press Release, Resources
"With the Systemwide AB 540 FAQ, students can now go to any public college and university in California and get the same information about AB 540 based on the law," said Dr. Iliana G. Perez.
Building Pathways to AB 540
Learn opportunities available for different educational institutions to build pathways for individuals who do not yet meet the eligibility for AB 540.
Solutions for Noncredit Programs: Roadmap from Noncredit to Credit Programs
Learn what opportunities noncredit programs can provide, especially for older undocumented students who want to continue their education.
Solutions for Adult Schools: SB 554
Get an overview of California SB 554, resources developed by specific campuses, and a list of schools that have implemented SB 554.
Getting Started: Preparing for the Passage of EC 76140
This section gives step-by-step guidance on advocating for the passage of EC 76140 on your campus.
Preparing for the Passage of EC 76140: Implementation of Team Roles & Responsibilities
This section outlines the specific roles and responsibilities of a team seeking to implement Education Code 76140 (EC 76140) on their campus.
Implementing EC 76140 After Receiving Board Approval
This section provides the recommended steps to effectively implement Education Code 76140 (EC 76140) after receiving approval from the Board of Trustees.
Promising Practices: Additional Considerations for Successful Implementation of EC 76140
This section provides promising practices for school districts to ensure a successful implementation of EC 76140.
Despite Barriers, DACA Entrepreneurs Contribute To Their Communities
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.
AB 1540: Integrating AB 540 Affidavit & CA Dream Act Application
This resource is intended to guide educators and practitioners in ensuring that colleges and universities are successfully receiving and processing the AB 540 affidavits.
Step 1: CA Dream Act Application Checklist
Complete this checklist to ensure that you've completed all necessary steps for the CA Dream Act Application.
Step 2: Cal Grant Checklist
This checklist helps students identify the necessary steps to apply for the Cal Grant.