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  Juan Escalante, FWD.us · [email protected]
May 25, 2023 at 10:10 PM

Celebrate 10 years of Immigrant Heritage Month

Celebrate 10 years of Immigrant Heritage Month   Get ready for an amazing month as we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Immigrant Heritage Month.   Friend. We are excited to announce that Immigrant Heritage Month is celebrating its 10-year anniversary …
  FWD.us · [email protected]
May 23, 2023 at 5:36 PM

The Biden Administration must designate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Mali

The Biden Administration must designate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Mali   The Biden Administration must act now to protect the thousands of Malians living in the United States who cannot safely return to their home country.   The TPS program wa…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
May 15, 2023 at 6:46 PM

As Title 42 comes to an end, families at the border need our help.

As Title 42 comes to an end, families at the border need our help.   We have the capacity and ability to welcome those seeking safety within our borders.     Hi Friend, Last week, the Biden Administration stopped exercising its use of Title 42, a harmfu…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
May 3, 2023 at 7:09 PM

Designating the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for TPS will save lives and keep families together

Designating the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for TPS will save lives and keep families together   By designating the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for TPS, the Biden Administration can protect Congolese nationals living in the U.S. from deportation, violence, and death…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
April 28, 2023 at 5:41 PM

New from FWD.us: “Why Building Working Legal Pathways Is the Best Policy and Politics Approach to Forced Migration”

New from FWD.us: “Why Building Working Legal Pathways Is the Best Policy and Politics Approach to Forced Migration”   In the ongoing debate over how the U.S. should meet challenges at our southern border, what’s missing from the conversation is the critical need to build legal pathways. …
  FWD.us · [email protected]
April 17, 2023 at 5:35 PM

Watch & share Zeinabou's story to support Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Mauritania.

Watch & share Zeinabou's story to support Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Mauritania.   Zeinabou is a human rights advocate with the Mauritanian Network for Human Rights in the US who fled her home country due to racial persecution and violence.   …
  FWD.us · [email protected]
April 4, 2023 at 5:34 PM

IMPORTANT: Help the survivors of the Ciudad Juárez detention center disaster

IMPORTANT: Help the survivors of the Ciudad Juárez detention center disaster   Migrant survivors of the Ciudad Juárez disaster need access to legal humanitarian services and medical care in the U.S.   IMPORTANT: At least 40 migrants have died and 27 wer…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
March 30, 2023 at 5:52 PM

How TPS helps immigrants like Evelyn

How TPS helps immigrants like Evelyn   Meet Evelyn, a TPS holder who fled a natural disaster in El Salvador, now advocating for protections for TPS holders like herself.   “TPS provides me with the opportunity to live in the U.S. without fear.” -Evelyn, …
  FWD.us Team · [email protected]
March 26, 2023 at 5:35 PM

Over 27,000 have shared a public comment.

Over 27,000 have shared a public comment.   Over 27,000 people have shared a public comment opposing the Biden Administration’s proposed asylum ban — but the comment period ends TOMORROW.   BREAKING! Over 27,000 people have already left a public comment…
  FWD.us Team · [email protected]
March 21, 2023 at 7:38 PM

Join the Day of Digital Action: Speak out against the Biden Admin's asylum ban

Join the Day of Digital Action: Speak out against the Biden Admin's asylum ban   Join our Digital Day of Action to stop the Biden Administration's proposed asylum ban.   Only 6 days left to act! Join FWD.us and our partners in a Digital Day of Action by…
  FWD.us Team · [email protected]
March 16, 2023 at 3:05 PM

Asylum Bans and Family Incarceration Are Wrong - Take Action Now

Asylum Bans and Family Incarceration Are Wrong - Take Action Now   The Biden Administration is required to hear from the public on their proposed restrictive asylum ban. The last day to leave a comment is March 27.   Time is running out. You only have 1…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
March 9, 2023 at 4:19 PM

Learn the facts about #TPS

Learn the facts about #TPS   Through TPS, individuals and families have accessed deportation protections and work authorization in the United States, and contribute significantly to the workforce and the economy.   Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a c…
  FWD.us Team · [email protected]
March 6, 2023 at 8:54 PM

Submit a comment to stop President Biden’s proposed asylum ban

Submit a comment to stop President Biden’s proposed asylum ban   The Biden Administration’s proposed asylum ban is a terrible mistake that, if enacted, will have devastating consequences for decades to come.   The Biden Administration just formally propo…
  I Am An Immigrant · [email protected]
February 14, 2023 at 4:40 PM

Celebrate To Immigrants With Love This Valentine’s Day

Celebrate To Immigrants With Love This Valentine’s Day   Immigrant love is powerful.   Hey Friend, Happy Valentine’s Day! Today, the I Am An Immigrant community is not only celebrating with roses, champagne, and romantic getaways but we also want to talk …
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
December 21, 2022 at 10:22 PM

UPDATE: Congress failed to pass any protections for DACA recipients and Dreamers this year

UPDATE: Congress failed to pass any protections for DACA recipients and Dreamers this year   We’ll continue this fight until we build a truly humane and modern immigration system and provide a full pathway to citizenship for all undocumented immigrants.   …
  Juan Escalante, FWD.us · [email protected]
November 23, 2022 at 9:14 PM

A quick update on my immigration status

A quick update on my immigration status   This is personal for me   Hi Friend, Last autumn, my life was changed by one piece of mail. Inside the envelope was a green card with my name on it — and a brochure that said “Welcome to the United States,” the co…
  Diego Huaman, FWD.us · [email protected]
November 16, 2022 at 4:43 PM

DACA is under threat. Tell Congress to pass permanent protections now.

DACA is under threat. Tell Congress to pass permanent protections now.       Hi Friend, I just landed in Washington, D.C. and wanted to share an important update. I’m here because today I have a special opportunity to join other DACA recipients and Dre…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
October 13, 2022 at 7:23 PM

NEW TV Ad — Watch Our Response to a Federal Judge Ruling DACA is Unlawful

NEW TV Ad — Watch Our Response to a Federal Judge Ruling DACA is Unlawful   The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that DACA is unlawful — Congress must pass permanent protections for DACA recipients now.   In FWD.us’ new television ad, we’re urging C…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
October 7, 2022 at 2:23 PM

Critical DACA News - Court Ruling & Urgent Legislative Update

Critical DACA News - Court Ruling & Urgent Legislative Update   The Fifth Circuit’s decision has made it more urgent than ever to permanently protect DACA recipients and Dreamers   Friend, This week the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals handed down its de…
  Jaime Rangel, FWD.us · [email protected]
September 22, 2022 at 10:45 PM

DACA is facing the most severe threat in its 10-year history

DACA is facing the most severe threat in its 10-year history   Check out my video on Facebook for the latest DACA updates.   Hi Friend, My name is Jaime. I'm the Georgia State Immigration Director at FWD.us and a current DACA recipient. By now you probabl…
  Juan Escalante, FWD.us · [email protected]
September 1, 2022 at 9:15 PM

The DACA state of play in a few graphics

The DACA state of play in a few graphics   While we’re waiting for a decision, let’s catch up.   Hey Friend, The Biden Administration’s rule on DACA last week was important, but the program is still in severe jeopardy. The hard truth is that it’s very poss…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
July 29, 2022 at 1:10 PM

The Supreme Court’s ruling in Biden v. Texas was clear

The Supreme Court’s ruling in Biden v. Texas was clear   Last month the Supreme Court affirmed President Biden’s authority to end the Remain in Mexico policy.   Friend, Last month, the Supreme Court affirmed President Biden’s authority to end the Remain in…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
July 27, 2022 at 9:13 PM

Watch Now: A powerful message from a Dreamer

Watch Now: A powerful message from a Dreamer   We’re keeping you informed while cases surrounding DACA and other citizenship protections make their way through the court system on the path to the Supreme Court.   Friend, Staying in the fight to transform o…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
July 20, 2022 at 10:10 PM

Countless immigration advocates celebrated. Here’s how we did it.

Countless immigration advocates celebrated. Here’s how we did it.   Take a look at our special message from Jen Martin, our I Stand with Immigrants Director   Hi Friend, The FWD.us team has been so proud to be a part of a coalition of organizations and adv…
  Diego Quispe Huaman, FWD.us · [email protected]
July 7, 2022 at 12:13 AM

I am in New Orleans as the latest threat to DACA makes its way through the courts

I am in New Orleans as the latest threat to DACA makes its way through the courts   We want advocates like you to be the first to know about this and other important cases as they make their way through the courts.   Friend, Today I was in New Orleans as …
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
July 2, 2022 at 1:09 PM

We’re profoundly relieved by Thursday’s Supreme Court ruling

We’re profoundly relieved by Thursday’s Supreme Court ruling   Join us in celebrating this historic win for those seeking refuge and asylum.   You Helped Do This! The Supreme Court just made a ruling in Biden v. Texas — and officially affirmed President…
  Diego Quispe Huaman, FWD.us · [email protected]
June 15, 2022 at 8:16 PM

I could be deported if DACA is overturned.

I could be deported if DACA is overturned.   DACA helped me to build a life in the only home I have ever known, but now my future and that of nearly one million other Americans is at risk.     Friend, Today marks the 10th anniversary of DACA — the landm…
  FWD.us team · [email protected]
June 1, 2022 at 11:22 PM

It's Immigrant Heritage Month!

It's Immigrant Heritage Month!   It’s time to celebrate. Let’s make this June’s Immigrant Heritage Month our most meaningful one yet.     Friend, Community, love, family, and food. That’s what Immigrant Heritage Month is all about. Throughout June, FWD…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
May 26, 2022 at 1:15 PM

100k undocumented high school graduates need immediate help from Congress

100k undocumented high school graduates need immediate help from Congress   A majority of these 100,000 undocumented graduates will not be eligible for DACA benefits this year. Congress should act to help the post-DACA generation.     Friend, While most …
  FWD.us · [email protected]
April 26, 2022 at 5:00 PM

WATCH: Rally today at the Supreme Court!

WATCH: Rally today at the Supreme Court!   Watch today's #SafeNotStranded rally and be a part of the amazing momentum we’re building.   WATCH NOW: We rallied today at the Supreme Court as oral arguments began for Biden v. Texas. We want you to be a part…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
April 22, 2022 at 7:38 PM

Rally with us at SCOTUS on April 26

Rally with us at SCOTUS on April 26   We need you to join us in DC for an important rally next week.   ACTION NEEDED: Stand with us on April 26 for our #SafeNotStranded rally in front of the Supreme Court to end the Remain in Mexico policy for good and …
  FWD.us Team · [email protected]
March 23, 2022 at 1:19 PM

Trump era border cruelty heads to Supreme Court

Trump era border cruelty heads to Supreme Court   “Remain in Mexico” is cruel and contrary to the law and our values.   ACTION NEEDED: Biden v. Texas We need the Supreme Court to allow President Biden to end the cruel Remain in Mexico border policy star…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
March 11, 2022 at 2:17 PM

We still need your voice.

We still need your voice.   There’s still a real opportunity for Congress to deliver on immigration through reconciliation.     Friend, Below is a message from Diego Quispe Huaman, a member of the FWD.us team and DACA recipient. Diego, alongside thousan…
  Diego Quispe Huaman, FWD.us · [email protected]
March 9, 2022 at 8:15 PM

My story is not unique.

My story is not unique.   We need thousands of folks to join us in advocating for including immigration in reconciliation.     Hi Friend, my name is Diego Quispe Huaman, and I’m the senior social media associate here at FWD.us. I wanted to take a minute t…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
March 1, 2022 at 11:42 PM

Tonight’s State of the Union address

Tonight’s State of the Union address   Tonight, President Joe Biden will address the nation for his first State of the Union as our president.   Ahead of the State of the Union, let’s remind President Biden and Congress that they still have the opportuni…
  FWD.us Team · [email protected]
February 28, 2022 at 7:36 PM

A special message from actor and advocate Wilmer Valderrama

A special message from actor and advocate Wilmer Valderrama   We wanted to make sure you didn’t miss this special message from actor and advocate Wilmer Valderrama.     Friend, We wanted to make sure you didn’t miss this amazing message of love and suppo…
  The FWD.us Team · [email protected]
February 24, 2022 at 2:26 PM

Black immigrants make our country great.

Black immigrants make our country great.   This is a must read for Black History Month, as well as to spread support to immigrants everywhere through our #ToImmigrantsWithLove campaign.   Meet Cindy. Cindy is the Founder and CEO of Kupanda Sisters, an in…
  FWD.us · [email protected]
February 14, 2022 at 6:44 PM

Your message from Carolina Sandoval

Your message from Carolina Sandoval   Approximately 23 million immigrants served as frontline workers throughout the pandemic, making it more important than ever before to show them support.     Friend, Earlier today, TV host and entrepreneur Carolina Sa…
  I Stand With Immigrants team via FWD.us · [email protected]
February 10, 2022 at 8:55 PM

Spreading ❤️ for immigrants today and every day

Spreading ❤️ for immigrants today and every day   Together, we can shower the immigrants in our lives with messages of love, support, and hope.     Friend, This Valentine’s Day, FWD.us is joining with the I Stand With Immigrants Initiative for their fift…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
January 27, 2022 at 5:21 PM

Where we stand in 2022

Where we stand in 2022   Democrats cannot use a failed, anti-democratic process as an excuse to stop urgently needed progress for millions of people.   Failure to pass Build Back Better legislation, including immigration protections, is unacceptable. No …
  Zoë Towns, FWD.us · [email protected]
December 23, 2021 at 5:14 PM

Carlton’s brother is getting the second chance he and his family deserve.

Carlton’s brother is getting the second chance he and his family deserve.   Carlton’s brother Kendrick was serving a de facto life sentence. Now he’s getting to come home and a family is being reunited for the holidays.   Carlton was eight years old when…
  Juan Escalante, FWD.us · [email protected]
October 8, 2021 at 1:08 PM

Lin Manuel Miranda, Demi Lovato, and dozens more show their support for a pathway to citizenship

Lin Manuel Miranda, Demi Lovato, and dozens more show their support for a pathway to citizenship   Did you see the full-page ad in support of a pathway to citizenship in the Washington Post last week?   Uzo Aduba, Demi Lovato, Lin Manuel Miranda and dozen…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
September 20, 2021 at 6:30 PM

Important update in our critical Congressional push

Important update in our critical Congressional push   This is the time to continue to urge your senator to keep pushing for a pathway to citizenship via reconciliation.   The Senate parliamentarian ruled on just the FIRST proposal to include immigration …
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
September 15, 2021 at 1:10 PM

Congressional update on a pathway to citizenship for millions

Congressional update on a pathway to citizenship for millions   Big news: the Senate and House are actively working on a pathway to citizenship right now.   The House and Senate have reached a very important step in the fight to pass a pathway to citizen…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
August 21, 2021 at 2:06 PM

Simple Ways to Help Afghans and Haitians In Need

Simple Ways to Help Afghans and Haitians In Need   Here are a few ways you can support efforts to provide relief for those in Afghanistan and Haiti.   Friend, We wanted to provide an update with a few ways you can support efforts to get people at severe ri…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
August 9, 2021 at 2:40 PM

CALL NOW: Your senators need to know you support a pathway to citizenship this week

CALL NOW: Your senators need to know you support a pathway to citizenship this week   Here’s how you can make a pathway to citizenship a reality at this important moment.   Congress has a once-in-a-generation chance to pass a pathway to citizenship for m…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
August 3, 2021 at 10:03 PM

NEWS: Big Momentum To Pass a Pathway to Citizenship This Year

NEWS: Big Momentum To Pass a Pathway to Citizenship This Year   Congress must act right away to provide a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers.   Friend, The last few days have been critical in our urgent fight to finally get a pathway to citizenship signe…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
July 22, 2021 at 2:13 PM

RE: Cruel ruling on DACA makes it clear that Congress must act NOW

RE: Cruel ruling on DACA makes it clear that Congress must act NOW   This ruling makes it absolutely clear: Congress must urgently pass a permanent legislative solution.   The DACA program faced a cruel blow last week when a U.S. District Judge barred th…
  Todd Schulte, FWD.us · [email protected]
July 17, 2021 at 8:22 PM

BREAKING: Cruel ruling on DACA makes it clear that Congress must act NOW

BREAKING: Cruel ruling on DACA makes it clear that Congress must act NOW   This ruling makes it absolutely clear: Congress must urgently pass a permanent legislative solution.   The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas ruled Friday that…
  Juan Escalante, FWD.us · [email protected]
July 12, 2021 at 7:41 PM

Our representatives must deliver on their promise to provide a pathway to citizenship NOW

Our representatives must deliver on their promise to provide a pathway to citizenship NOW   Congress has a historic opportunity to prioritize a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers, TPS holders, and essential workers.   Supporters like you all over the c…