Dear John,

During this unprecedented time, it's more important than ever to lift up the stories of immigrants and their contributions to our nation. From home health aides to delivery drivers to farmworkers, immigrants are playing critical roles by helping to feed, protect and care for people around the nation. Their contributions are vital to keeping us afloat during this crisis, and we must continue to advocate for actions that protect their health and safety.

At the National Immigration Forum, we're ramping up our online efforts to put a spotlight on this indispensable work, and the work of all Americans who are coming together in these challenging times.

As part of this effort, I’m excited to share with you the first installment of The Forum, a round-up of interesting news from across the spectrum of our work this past quarter.

I hope you enjoy reading this newsletter as much as we enjoyed curating it for you, John.

Happy reading and please take care!

Beth Sears
Vice President & Chief of Strategic Partnerships

P.S. If you liked this newsletter, will you take a second to share it with someone who might be interested in learning more about the Forum?

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FROM ALI'S DESK: “We can do this differently”

As the coronavirus continues to spread and cause disruptions, we know at least one thing about the coronavirus pandemic that is predictable: We will be led to think of the world, and each other, differently.

Read Ali’s full Medium piece here: [link removed]



FACT CHECK: Immigrants in the Health Care Sector

When it comes to public health crises like COVID-19, immigrants aren't a threat -- they're the physicians, surgeons, nurses, care workers and more on the front lines battling this disease in communities across our country.

Check out the facts in this full infographic here: [link removed]



WATCH: Challenges in the Immigration Court System Discussion

Earlier this year, former immigration judge J. Traci Hong and Forum policy expert Larry Benenson held a Facebook Live where they discussed the growing number of challenges in the immigration court system.

Watch the video here, then make sure to share it with your networks on social media. [link removed]



TUNE IN: “The Myth of the Immigrant Burden”

Our first podcast series of 2020: “The Myth of the Immigrant Burden” launched at the start of the year. This new series takes a closer look at the contributions of immigrants across a variety of industries. In the final installment, we talk with Ai-jen Poo, co-founder and executive director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, about recognizing the importance and dignity of domestic workers.

Take a listen to the final installment of the series here, then make sure to subscribe to never miss an episode! [link removed]



SHARE: Ali Noorani discusses farm workers and the food supply chain

During this public health crisis, undocumented workers are playing a pivotal role in keeping our grocery stores stocked and families fed. Watch this explainer video to learn more about how these workers are helping in such a pivotal way during this pandemic.

Watch Ali Noorani's Instagram video here, then like and share with your online network. [link removed]