There is a significant gap between American models of psychotherapy and the needs and values of the Hispanic/Latino community. While American therapy models, which are Eurocentric, emphasize individual traits and independence, Hispanic/Latino(a) cultures emphasize family unity, loyalty to family and friends, and one’s role in the community. Hispanics/Latino(a)s are more likely to turn to family […]
Several years ago, Congress created both “T” and “U” visas to encourage victims of certain serious crimes to cooperate with law enforcement officials who are prosecuting criminals. A victim of only certain types of crimes will qualify for a T or U visa, but both T and U visas include the qualifying crime of human […]
Generally, a TVisa nonimmigrant status is granted for 4 years. Form I-539, Application to Extend or Change Nonimmigrant Status, may allow you to extend your T nonimmigrant status under certain circumstances. Additionally, T nonimmigrants may be eligible for lawful permanent residence (a Green Card) after 3 years of continuous physical presence in the United States […]
To apply for T nonimmigrant status, you must submit: Form I-914, Application for T Nonimmigrant Status, including a personal statement describing the trafficking you are or were subjected to; Evidence to establish that you complied with any reasonable request for assistance from law enforcement, or that you qualify for an exception or exemption. You may […]
Trafficking in persons, also known as human trafficking, is a form of modern-day slavery in which traffickers entice victims with false promises of employment and better lives. Traffickers frequently take advantage of vulnerable individuals, including those without legal immigration status. U.S. immigration law provides relief to victims of severe forms of human trafficking through the […]
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 […]
Applying and going through the process of a U Visa can be overwhelming. There is a vast amount of information about the U Visa (see past U Visa-related blogs on this page), and the steps that you must follow to be able to one, be eligible, and two, be able to completely apply and get […]
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 […]
Although couched by an immigration lawyer, understanding an immigration waiver can be very hard and stress-inducing. What Is the role of law enforcement in the issue of a U Visa? A victim must submit a signed certification from a law enforcement official in order to qualify for a U visa. This certification (known as USCIS […]
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 […]
