Standing in solidarity with Breonna Taylor and #BlackLivesMatter, Job Opening, DACA Updates, Celebrating #LatinxHeritageMonth and more! At Immigrants
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** September Newsletter
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** September 30, 2020
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** In Solidarity With Breonna Taylor and #BlackLivesMatter ([link removed])
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At Immigrants Rising, we are heartbroken by the lack of justice for Black lives. As an immigrant rights organization pursuing justice for all marginalized communities—including Black people—we commit to making sure that we do our part to recognize, reject, and reckon with the pervasive racism that continues to take Black lives. Read More ([link removed])
Click Here ([link removed]) to find educational materials on systemic racism and anti-Blackness and social justice organizations fighting against white supremacy.
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** DACA Updates ([link removed])
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Following Trump Administration's announcement on changes to the DACA program, USCIS recently announced details about how those changes are going to be implemented. Here's what we know so far. Learn More ([link removed])
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** We’re Hiring! Seeking an Immigration Attorney to Join as Our Legal Services Manager ([link removed])
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This position is ideal for a dynamic immigration attorney with knowledge of U.S. immigration law, passion for addressing legal immigration needs of undocumented young people, experience in program development, and a personal connection to the undocumented experience. Learn More ([link removed])
** New Resources
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** 10/15 Webinar: Creating Paid Opportunities for Undocumented High School Students in California ([link removed])
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Join us on Thursday, October 15, 2020, 4-5 p.m. PT ([link removed]) to learn how high school educators can introduce the entrepreneurial mindset and implement a program model for students to engage in paid opportunities, regardless of their immigration status. This webinar is in partnership with the San Francisco Unified School District and Network For Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE). Register Here ([link removed])
** Educational Resource Binder: College Access for Undocumented Students in California ([link removed])
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Access our complete set of resources educators, students, and allies can use to increase college access for undocumented students in California. Learn More ([link removed])
** Celebrating #LatinxHeritageMonth ([link removed])
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In celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we are proud to lift up these stories from our community, ranging from mental health to entrepreneurship and the legal profession. We hope that in these difficult times, these stories can spark inspiration and joy for you.
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** Liliana Campos, Immigrants Rising’s Mental Health Advocate ([link removed])
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Liliana Campos, M.S., Doctoral Candidate, USF, shares her hopes for the mental wellness of undocumented people. Watch Story ([link removed])
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** Pedro Moura, cofounder of Fluorish Savings ([link removed])
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Pedro Moura, a formerly undocumented immigrant from Brazil, is the cofounder of Flourish Savings, a free mobile app geared at empowering young adults to build savings habits by making it feel like play. Watch Story ([link removed])
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** Gissela, recipient of Immigrants Rising Pre-Law Fund ([link removed])
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Gissela, a recipient of our 2020 Pre-Law Fund scholarship, shares her interests and aspirations in pursuing a career path focusing on the role of technology in immigration, data privacy, and society. Read Story ([link removed])
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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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