An Immigration Story: My name is Robert and I was just a teenager when I left. In my jean shorts, white tank top, and sandals I was young. 19 years old, alone, and full of dreams when I decided to come to the United States. I knew there was more opportunity for me...
Los Angeles, CA – For the past two decades the Flores Agreement, a court settlement that limited the length of time children may be held in detention centers to 20 days, has protected minors from the inhumane practice of extended detainment of migrant children. Since...
The captain of a controversial ship that saved migrants in the Mediterranean Sea has refused to accept the Paris Medal for her work. Pia Klemp, who is German, gained attention for rescuing thousands of stranded migrants with her crew as part of the nongovernmental...
By Rachel Prandini, Melissa Adamson, and Neha Desai Immigrant children and families in the child welfare system face unique barriers to permanency and well-being. In some cases, their involvement in the child welfare system also presents distinct opportunities for...
Four of the San Francisco Bay Area’s hottest up-and-coming chefs will be participating in a first-of-its-kind, cross-country Oakland food festival this October to celebrate immigrants’ contributions to American Culture. Get tickets now if you want to experience...
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