Are you an undocumented student thinking about applying to grad school? Or are you an educator/staff member who works closely with undocumented students? Make sure to register for the 2025 UndocuGrads Virtual Presentation hosted through the My Undocumented Life blog!… Read More ›
As immigration enforcement practices escalate across the country, immigrant young adults and their families are being directly impacted—with many experiencing a loved one’s detention or deportation. Community members can support families by volunteering to help with rides or run errands… Read More ›
In recent months, immigrant communities across the country have witnessed a significant increase in immigration enforcement in their local neighborhoods, alongside growing anti-immigrant sentiment. During these times, it is imperative for undocumented students, families, and allies, to come together and… Read More ›
Dr. Lizbeth De La Cruz Santana is an interdisciplinary scholar whose work centers on digital storytelling, testimonial literature, diaspora studies, and 20th– and 21st-century Mexican, Mexican-American, and Chicano/a literature and culture. She is currently leading the US Childhood Arrivals Mural… Read More ›
(This post is part of a series where we are discussing the experiences of undocumented folks and their families navigating this difficult period in order to raise awareness and increase support for those affected. If you have resources to share,… Read More ›
Pre-Health Dreamers is an organization that was founded by three undocumented young adults who were passionate about expanding access to healthcare and higher education among immigrants. The organization hosts various workshops, trainings, and provides mentoring opportunities for undocumented young adults… Read More ›
(This post is part of a series where we are discussing the experiences of undocumented folks and their families navigating this difficult period in order to raise awareness and increase support for those affected. If you have resources to share,… Read More ›
In light of troubling reports about immigration enforcement activities across the country, it is important to know your rights and be aware of available resources. One key resource is what’s commonly known as “rapid response networks.” These networks typically verify… Read More ›
If you are looking for books to add to your summer reading list, check out this set of books on immigration that are out this year! Bordering on Indifference: Immigration Agents Negotiating Race and Morality by Irene I. Vega “In Bordering on… Read More ›
Immigrants Rising is a non-profit organization based out of San Francisco that provides information, resources, and support to undocumented & DACAmented folks across the country. In recent years, Immigrants Rising has been facilitating “Wellness Support Groups” which provide undocumented &… Read More ›
Following the inauguration of the current presidential administration, there have been numerous changes in U.S. immigration policy and enforcement practices quickly unfolding across the country. There have also been increasing rumors about sightings of immigration officers and potential raids. This… Read More ›
Over the last few days, there have been growing fears and worries among students who are members of undocumented or mixed-status families (where at least one member is undocumented). Many are fearful about encountering immigration officers on their way to… Read More ›