Immigrants Rising

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

Posted by: Communications on December 28, 2023

“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.

Iliana (second from left) at an Immigrants Rising Entrepreneurship Retreat.

My Vision for Immigrants Rising’s Future

Posted by: Beleza Chan on October 3, 2023

Categories: General Announcements

Under my leadership, I’d like to see Immigrants Rising take an even more holistic approach to empowering undocumented individuals to thrive now and into the future by nurturing and expanding innovative programming rooted in personal experience.

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.

Free Trainings for California Educators Supporting Undocumented Students

Posted by: Communications on August 31, 2023

Categories: General Announcements, Higher Education, Resources

We’re offering virtual and in-person seminars this fall!

Introducing our new Executive Director

Posted by: Communications on August 28, 2023

Categories: General Announcements

We received dozens of impressive applications from around the country.

Register Today! Undocumented Entrepreneurship Webinar

Posted by: Communications on August 17, 2023

Categories: Entrepreneurship, General Announcements, Resources

A webinar for organizations supporting undocumented entrepreneurs & business owners.

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.