U.S. Refugee Program

5 Facts About the U.S. Refugee Program

5 Facts About the U.S. Refugee Program Armed conflicts, strife, and persecution force people and families to flee their homes as they seek safety. According to the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR), every day roughly 44,400 people must leave their homes due to external forces. Some people meet certain standards agreed-upon by the international community.…

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Detained Family Member

How to Find a Detained Family Member

How to Find a Detained Family Member Detainment separates families and can devastate lives. In 2017, the federal government detained around 38,000 people each day. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, known more often as ICE, provides a way to locate detainees within its custody via its Online Detainee Locator System (ODLS). Unfortunately, this process is…

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2020 Census Citizenship

Judge Strikes Down 2020 Census Citizenship Question

Judge Strikes Down 2020 Census Citizenship Question January 22, 2019 The U.S. Census is a critical tool for lawmakers and leaders in America. Held every 10 years, the census counts every man, woman, and child living within the country. Mandated by the Constitution itself, the census provides a regular opportunity to assess the American population…

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Immigration Detention

Immigration Detention Across America

Immigration Detention Across America The United States (U.S.), quite literally, found its true self as a melting pot full of immigrants from all over the globe. Throughout its history, people have found safe harbor and economic success in America. It is this “American Dream” that keeps people around the world dreaming of a better life,…

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H-1B Application Procedures

H-1B Application Procedures May Be Changing in 2019

H-1B Application Procedures May Be Changing in 2019 Temporary visas provide a pathway to the United States (U.S.) for certain people across the globe. While a variety of visas options exist, H-1Bs prove to be exceedingly popular year after year. This is because H-1B visas allow highly skilled foreign professionals to enter the U.S. to…

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Green Card Facts

5 Green Card Facts You May Not Know

5 Green Card Facts You May Not Know For decades, green cards have remained an essential part of U.S. immigration. They allow millions of people to lawfully immigrate and live in the United States, building lives and growing families in America. Also known as “lawful permanent residents,” green card holders constitute a significant portion of…

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K-1 Nonimmigrant Visa

What is a K-1 Nonimmigrant Visa and Who Can Apply?

What is a K-1 Nonimmigrant Visa and Who Can Apply? The United States (US) offers a variety of visas to those wishing to enter the country and eventually gain lawful permanent resident (LPR) status. LPR status holders receive green cards that allow them to stay in the US permanently and can lead to naturalization. To…

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