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DACA Week of Action and Safety Net Programs
Dear John,
Did you know that today is the middle of the DACA Week of Action? Continue reading for opportunities to join the fight and protect our youth. We're also sharing some research and resources on safety net program and the importance of encouraging immigrant families to access them. Lastly, PIF will be closed next week for the holiday, so we'll see you November 30th!
Take Action! Kids and Families Need a Path to Citizenship for DACA Recipients and Undocumented Youth
As we are a benefits-focused coalition, let’s lead with the fact that the DACA program has definite benefits for immigrant well-being like health, education, economic achievement. The Children Thrive Action Network fact sheet highlights those elements. Did you know that DACA has changed the life of over 800,000 young people? CTAN has put together a thorough fact sheet [[link removed]] on the importance of DACA, the impact it has had on young people, and the urgency of creating a path to citizenship for these youth. Join them during their week of action from November 14-20 to push Congress to move forward with a legislative solution for citizenship before the year ends!
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Take Action! #HomeIsHere
As part of DACA Week of Action, the National Immigration Law Center produced a video further highlighting the urgent need for Congress to take action now.
Anti-immigrant politicians are on the brink of killing #DACA [[link removed]] in court, a policy that allows hundreds of thousands of immigrant youth to pursue careers, support loved ones, and contribute to our communities.
Congress must deliver a pathway to citizenship THIS YEAR. #HomeIsHere [[link removed]] pic.twitter.com/fo2pxgB57s [[link removed]]
— National Immigration Law Center (@NILC) November 14, 2022 [[link removed]]
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Research: Immigrant Families and Access to Safety Net Programs
The Urban Institute recently published a brief, which notes that, despite facing hardship, many immigrant families do not participate in safety net programs due to immigration concerns. Some notable findings include:
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Many
adults
in
immigrant
families
reported
not
applying
to
safety
net
programs
because
of
immigration-related
concerns.
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About
50%
of
adults
in
immigrant
families
who
applied
for
safety
net
programs
reported
difficulties
with
enrollment
in
one
or
more
programs
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Resource: USCIS Public Charge Infographic
USCIS has put together an infographic clarifying the 2022 public charge final rule. The infographic is available in 13 languages and provides details on what the rule does and does not do. Scroll to the "Additional Resources" section of this [[link removed]] page to view the resource in the language of your choice.
Infographic in English [[link removed]]
Resource: Marketplace Navigator Guide
In anticipation of open enrollment season, Georgetown's McCourt School of Public Policy has updated it's marketplace navigator resource guide. This guide answers over 300 FAQs on on topics such as marketplace eligibility, premium and cost-sharing assistance, special enrollment opportunities, and post-enrollment issues for individuals.
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Working Group Calls
Working groups offer active members an opportunity to shape key aspects of PIF's work:
RESEARCH: Convenes researchers working on issues connected to PIF’s agenda, and identifies research needs. Makes data accessible to advocates, policymakers, and the public.
FEDERAL ADVOCACY: Cultivates Members of Congress as champions and spokespeople. Develops and advances legislative and administrative policy change strategies.
POLICY/ LEGAL (NERDS): Provides technical analysis of proposed and implemented policy changes.
COMMUNICATIONS: Develops PIF’s communications strategy and materials, including message strategy, media relations, and digital outreach.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION: Convenes members to share best practices and approaches on how to educate and empower immigrant families on their eligibility for public programs and tap their power as advocates for change.
STATE POLICY: Brings together state advocates and legal and policy experts to provide analysis and develop strategies to mitigate the effect of federal policy changes and advance state and local reforms that improve safety net access for immigrant families.
Click here [[link removed]] to sign your organization up as an active member and select one or more working groups.
In Solidarity,
Adriana Cadena & Cheasty Anderson, on behalf of the PIF Team
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