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• UndocuGrads Workshop: Learn How to Apply & Navigate Graduate School as an Undocumented Student

  By My Undocumented Life on May 16, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  We are excited to share a video recording of the brief presentation that we gave at the start of the workshop. See video below. On May 16, 2020, we hosted the UndocuGrads Virtual Workshop where we discussed key information and… Read More ›

• 2020 SALEF Fulfilling your Dreams Scholarship: Open to Undocumented Students in Los Angeles County (CA)

  By My Undocumented Life on May 15, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  The Salvadoran American Leadership & Educational Fund (SALEF) recently announced this year’s scholarship opportunity, which is open to undocumented high school, college, and graduate students in Los Angeles County, California. Note: “The scholarship is open to all qualifying students regardless… Read More ›

• List of Colleges Providing Covid19 Emergency Funds to Undocumented Students

  By My Undocumented Life on May 14, 2020 • ( 27 )

  

  The Department of Education has arbitrarily excluded undocumented students from receiving financial aid through the CARES Act. Notably, an increasing number of schools across the country are taking action and providing emergency funds available to undocumented students. At My Undocumented… Read More ›

• Covid19 State Financial Assistance for Undocumented & Mixed-Status Families in California

  By My Undocumented Life on May 13, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  On April 15, 2020, the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom announced a $125M fund to provide direct financial support to undocumented immigrants and their loved ones who were excluded from the federal government assistance through the CARES Act. The CA… Read More ›

• “Social Solidarity: Immigrant Workers and Communities”: Online Summit June 5 and 7 hosted by De Anza College Open to Everyone!

  By My Undocumented Life on May 13, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  By RACHEL Join HEFAS for their 6th annual summit hosted online June 5th and 7th dedicated to immigrant workers and families! HEFAS is the undocumented student organization at De Anza College, a community college in Cupertino, California, dedicated to empowering students,… Read More ›

• 2020 CLLFC Scholarship Opportunity: Open to Undocumented Students

  By My Undocumented Life on April 29, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  The California Latino Legislative Caucus Foundation (CLLCF) is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship opportunities. CLLFC is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting and supporting Latino culture and heritage. Note: “All students, irrespective of immigration status, are eligible to apply… Read More ›

• The Effects of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Undocumented and Mixed-Status Families & How Allies Can Help

  By My Undocumented Life on April 28, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  The current Covid-19 pandemic has severely compounded the issues affecting undocumented and mixed-status families including concerns about finances, employment, access to health care, and the threat of deportation. In this post, we detail some of the main challenges that immigrant… Read More ›

• Resources for Undocumented Immigrants and their Families During COVID-19

  By My Undocumented Life on March 30, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  (Last Updated on: June 2020) At My Undocumented Life we have compiled a list of resources and news that can help undocumented and mixed-status families during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. We update this page frequently so be sure to bookmark… Read More ›

• Instagram Live (3/20): “Mental Health for the Undocumented Community” During these Uncertain Times

  By My Undocumented Life on March 18, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  This Friday March 20th at 10:45am PST, there will be an Instagram Live regarding mental health for the undocumented community during these uncertain times. This session will be hosted by Adriana Alejandre, LMFT, Founder of Latinx Therapy, and Pamela Chomba,… Read More ›

• 2020 Chicana Latina Foundation Scholarship: Open to Undocumented Students in California

  By My Undocumented Life on February 19, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  The Chicana Latina Foundation (CLF) is a non-profit organization which promotes professional and leadership development of Latinas. Each year, the Foundation awards merit-based scholarships of $1,500 each to Latina college students. Here are the eligibility requirements: “Self-identify as a Chicana… Read More ›