September 2021 Newsletter

AB 540 Turns 20 — Join the Celebration and Call to Action

2️⃣0️⃣ AB 540 Turns 20 — Join the Celebration & Call to Action

To mark 20 Year Anniversary of AB 540, we’re bringing together educators, administrators, students, young professionals, activists, and legislators from across the state to commemorate this important milestone and build on our collective successes.

20 Year Anniversary AB 540 Conference
Monday, October 18
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. PT
Register Here


We're launching a travel guide for Advance Parole!

🌎 We’re launching a travel guide for Advance Parole!

What is Advance Parole? How does it work? What do I need to do to prepare? Check out our brand new resource!

We’ve built this resource with the experiences of actual undocumented people who have gone through the process. Join us next Tuesday for a conversation with undocumented folks who have gone abroad for educational, humanitarian, and professional reasons through Advance Parole!

Advance Parole Travel Guide Launch Party
Tuesday, October 5
4:30 p.m. PT / 7:30 p.m. ET
Register Here


Wellness Support Groups Start on October 11!

😌 Wellness Support Groups Start on October 11!

This fall, we have support groups for undocumented folks who identify with the Asian Pacific Islander, Latinx, and/or LGBTQ+ communities. Learn about each group here.

Each support group is led by a trained mental health provider or registered clinician with the goal of creating a safe, confidential space where participants can stay grounded and connected to the community. Sign up here!


Celebrate #BlackImmigrantJoy with the BIG Talent Showcase!

🖤Celebrate #BlackImmigrantJoy with the BIG Talent Showcase!

Join us next Thursday, October 7 at 5:30 p.m. PT / 8:30 p.m. ET for an evening of live performances, speakers, and announcement of our BIG Talent winner! RSVP here!


New Resource

🎓Quick Guide for Undocumented Students Applying to the UCs

We’ve developed quick guides to support undocumented students applying to the University of California system (UCs) for fall 2022!
1️⃣ For applicants looking to enroll for the first time
🔁 For transfer applicants (from community colleges, CSUs, and other universities)

👩🏽‍⚖️Law School Resource Guide for Undocumented Students

Interested in applying to law school? Read this guide to understand the process, with a focus on immigration specific considerations.
➡️ Learn More


👩🏽‍💻 We’re Hiring!

We're Hiring!

Development Manager

We’re looking for a creative and passionate Development Manager. Can you write persuasively? Do you build strong relationships? You just might be the next member of our growing team! Check out the listing here.