Hey Friend,

This month, over 150 young leaders from across the country will have the chance to unleash their own organizing power at UWD’s UndocuSummit 2023 in New Mexico! I'm excited about this summit because it's the largest gathering of undocumented youth since the pandemic started It will be our first opportunity in years to gather our community and cultivate our future leaders.

As I’m gearing up to attend this year’s UndocuSummit, I’m reminded of when I attended a similar UWD gathering in 2018 as an undocumented student, I had never even been away from my parents or outside Kansas. Yet, from the very first night, I felt safe and welcomed. I was surrounded by hundreds of people who all showed how much they loved and cared for each other. Seeing so many passionate leaders in one room reassured me that I could also be a part of UWD’s work to create a better future for our immigrant communities. And five years later, I’m thrilled to bring you along on our social media platforms as we celebrate 15 years of resilience together!

This year, we’re training the future leaders of our movement, who may share my fear or worry that they’ll never find a community to belong to. So, I’m honored to bring my wisdom to the table, build memories with this new generation of leaders, and find space to heal and accept our inner power. UWD rallies and inspires leaders from our communities, and I’m delighted to remind myself why the fire that was lit in me in 2018 continues to burn today!

Follow us online to see what undocumented youth will be up to at this year’s UndocuSummit. I’ll be there capturing every moment and ensuring YOU’RE just as inspired to find the visionary power within you. 2024 will be a year of change for our community – with upcoming court decisions on DACA and a presidential election. Young leaders are showing up to strategize and build the power we need! Make sure you’re a part of it, Friend.

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Thank you for 15 years of resilience by our side! Together, we’re creating the future we deserve.

Best,

Yazmin and the rest of the United We Dream team