In a world where borders blur, cultures intermingle, and diversity thrives, there exists a day that serves as a beacon of hope and celebration for millions around the globe. National Resilience of Immigrants Day. This day was first celebrated by United We Dream on April 15th as 2021 and observed annually as a testament to […]
The T-Visa for Victims of Human Trafficking
Modern-day slavery, also known as human trafficking, is a haunting reality that persists even today. It preys on vulnerability and strips victims of their dignity, freedom, and hope. In the United States, those without valid immigration status are particularly susceptible to this form of exploitation. Victims trapped in forced sex or labor may find a […]
Health Insurance for Undocumented Immigrants
Immigrants in the United States of America face many challenges every day. They can struggle with money, employment, language and the list goes on. One thing that immigrants in the U.S. struggle with is having affordable and proper access to health care. Many people have access to health care and pay with insurance or pay […]
Loneliness in Immigrants
When one is lonely, usually they will call some friends or family to talk to and maybe hang out with. This could be a different case for immigrants in the United States. When one comes to the United States, it is usually to have a better life than they would have in their home country. […]
Title 42 Expansion and a New Program is Introduced
There has been new news regarding Venezuelan immigrants. On October 12th, 2022, it was announced that Title 42, which authorizes the director of the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) to defer the entry of people to the U.S. to protect the public health of the United States, will be expanded. This Title was […]
Hispanic Heritage Month: Influential Figures
From September 15th to October 15th, it is Hispanic Heritage Month! This month is a time to celebrate Hispanic cultures, histories, and the contribution/involvement of the citizens in America. Their ancestors come from many places such as Mexico, South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Spain. This month also includes the independence of many Latin […]
Your Rights as an immigrant in the U.S.
In any country, it is inevitable that immigrants will be a big part of the country’s population. Many immigrants are the force of the country and provide such a positive impact on the country in many ways such as economically and population-wise. When an immigrant arrives in the United States of America, they could be […]
Immigrants and their Impact on the Economy
When watching the news and immigrants are mentioned, most of the time they are unfortunately painted in a negative light when in reality, there is a lot of positivity surrounding immigrants in the United States of America. Four positive facts and advantages about immigrants in the U.S. economy are starting small/big businesses, working in STEM, […]
The 5 Types of Immigration Waivers: What are they?
When applying for a visa or green card, it can be an exhaustive, stressful and emotional process. Getting approved for a visa or green card can take upwards of 10 years. It is a long and sometimes frustrating procedure. One way we can speed the process up is by getting a clinical evaluation. A clinical […]
The Mental Health of Documented Children of Undocumented Immigrants
Being a documented child of an undocumented immigrant can be stressful and frightening. There is stress due to worrying about bills and money even if they are just children. One is frightened because of the constant threat of having their parents deported, leaving them alone. The mental health of children of undocumented immigrants is glazed […]