Spring Webinars for students, educators and entrepreneurs, this month’s Kickstarter Grant Winners, Pre-Law Fund for future law students and more.
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** February Newsletter
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** February 27, 2020
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** Spring Webinars for Students, Educators and Entrepreneurs
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Webinars are a great way to learn about new topics and get your questions answered by experts. This Spring, we’re bringing you webinars on topics related to income generation, career options and institutional support for undocumented students. Learn More ([link removed])
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** This Month’s Entrepreneurship Fund Kickstarter Grant Winners
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Congratulations to Sol Lee (Project: Ambrosia) and Brayan Cruz (Project: Tlaxcali), who’ll receive support for their entrepreneurial projects. Ambrosia is a subscription-based lending library that promotes underrepresented literary works to its subscribers. Tlaxcali prepares traditional Mesoamerican food and educates the local community on its rich history. Every month we award up to $2,000 in short-term, non-renewable funds through our Entrepreneurship Fund Kickstarter Grants. Learn More ([link removed])
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** Pre-law Fund: Apply by Next Wednesday
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Immigrants Rising’s Pre-Law Fund provides financial support to low-income undocumented students who are planning to attend law school. We provide grants of up to $2,500 to cover LSAT preparation (courses, tutoring, self-study materials, etc) and law school application fees. Applications close Wednesday, March 4th. Learn More ([link removed])
** Resource Highlight
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** Protecting Student Data Webinar ([link removed])
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Undocumented students face fear for their own and their family’s safety, but there are proven strategies that can help make schools welcoming, supportive, and safe environments. In this webinar, we will introduce educators to safety measures and institutional practices that increase high school attendance and college enrollment while protecting student safety.
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** Community Stories
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** “Is there a problem that’s affecting your life? You can do a project about that!”
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Sumana Kaluvai, Entrepreneurship Ambassador, shares what motivated her to pursue entrepreneurship.
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Founded in 2006, Immigrants Rising transforms individuals and fuels broader changes. With resources and support, undocumented young people are able to get an education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community.
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