A Look Behind Depression in Young U.S. Latinos.

Immigrants’ mental health is affected by a combination of factors, such as discrimination, acculturation, and immigration, which are particularly harmful to the Latino community in general, and particularly of those who may be more vulnerable, such as young children and teenagers. Including the factors contributing to the racial and ethnic disparities, the reality of the […]

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What are the basics of a U Visa?

Are you an immigrant who has been victimized by a crime? Did you call the police or assist other law enforcement with the investigation of the crime or prosecution of the perpetrators? If so, you may qualify for a U-Visa. If an immigrant has been the victim of criminal activity, assisted law enforcement, and meets […]

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What is a U Visa?

Immigrants, including undocumented immigrants, who have been victims of serious crimes in the United States can qualify for the U visa type of immigration waiver. Among these crimes are, but are not limited to, sexual abuse, domestic violence, forced labor, sexual exploitation, kidnapping, trafficking, and rape. Any activity substantially similar to one of the listed […]

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What is a VAWA Immigration Waiver?

There is a great deal of complexity surrounding immigration laws. This blog entry outlines some basic information about how domestic violence victims can obtain immigration benefits. Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was passed by Congress in 1994, providing special immigration status for battered non-citizens.  Basic eligibility requirements include being the spouse or child of a […]

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I am being abused by my spouse. What kind of immigration aid is there for me?

There is no discrimination when it comes to domestic violence. It affects all people, regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. Our children, our friends, and even those indirectly tied to the relationship. Abusers will do whatever they can to gain power or control over their partners, including using their partner’s immigration […]

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