Communication Principles for Supporting Undocumented Students and Mixed Status Families

Themes/Topics: Higher Education

Geography: California, National

Audience: Educator

This resource is designed to help higher education practitioners refine their language and communication strategies when speaking to undocumented students and mixed status families about their college and financial aid options. This guidance acknowledges each student’s unique circumstances and educational aspirations.


This resource was co-created by the Southern California College Attainment Network, The Campaign for College Opportunity, FirstGen Empower, and Immigrants Rising.


Immigrants Rising helps you make decisions based on your potential, not your perceived limits. Visit our website so you can see what’s possible: immigrantsrising.org. Published 1/2025.

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