Dear John,
The end of 2024 is upon us, but our work to uplift our communities does not stop!
This year has been filled with many joyous moments and achievements for Immigrants Rising. Despite the uncertainties brought by political and legal challenges, we continue to make our communities stronger. Last month, we hosted webinars, like the Pre-Law 101 Webinar and Enhancing Culturally Competent Mental Health Care Access in the Undocumented Community, and participated in the post-election community discussion organized by Organizing Rooted in Abolition, Liberation & Empowerment (ÓRALE). And most recently, we welcomed the 2024-2025 cohort for the Mental Health Career Program and the inaugural Home is Here Opportunity Program!
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Throughout the Mental Health Career Program (MHCP), our six undocumented aspiring therapist participants will receive direct career experience, mentorship, and a stipend to support their participation while accumulating hours toward their licensure in California by providing pro-bono mental health services to undocumented individuals.
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Continue reading below to learn more about what’s new at Immigrants Rising. See our updates and upcoming events and opportunities! Click on any of the programs below to jump to their specific updates.
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As we brace ourselves for whatever the new year may bring, we hope that you find moments of rest and sources of joy and support. We are here for you!
In community,
Immigrants Rising
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The Economic Mobility 4 All (EM4A) coalition, in collaboration with the California Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC), invites you to join our fight to break barriers for immigrant communities in California! Participate as an individual or organization to support and expand economic mobility for immigrants who are undocumented or have limited English proficiency. Join EM4A today!
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ImmigrantBizHub is a supportive and empowering platform designed to help individuals turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Our mission is to provide access to essential resources, a vibrant community, and actionable guidance to navigate entrepreneurship — no matter the challenges your documentation status may present.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your ideas and tell us what you’d like to learn about entrepreneurship or see included in the platform. Help us shape ImmigrantBizHub into the ultimate resource for immigrant entrepreneurs like you.
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The 2025 SUCCESS Convening is now open for registration! Hosted by The Presidents Alliance for Higher Education & Immigration and Immigrants Rising, next year’s SUCCESS conference will focus on the following themes: “Unlocking Career Opportunities” and “Building Holistic Supports: Community, Wellness, & Immigration Services.” Join us at the University of Illinois Chicago in Chicago, Illinois on September 11-12, 2025. Register today!
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The CA Dream Act Application (CADAA) opened on December 1. Since January 2024, the CADAA has asked questions on attendance and degree information that schools use to confirm students’ AB 540 eligibility. If you’re unsure if you meet AB 540 requirements, use our CA In-State Tuition Tool and check out our resources to help you navigate the process! If you are an educator in California, visit our AB 540 FAQ for best practices in implementing AB 540 in your school!
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The most recent election may have brought up anxieties and uncertainty for many of us. Read our resource on Protecting Student Data to learn about policies in place and practices educators can do to protect students’ information, including their immigration status.
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Are you an educator in California who wants to gain new knowledge and strategies and better guide undocumented students through higher education? Join our monthly Promising Practices Roundtables every second Thursday of each month, where you can also connect with other educators. Our next roundtable will be this Thursday, December 12 from 9:30-11:00 a.m. PT — register today!
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