Hello everyone!
We would like to invite you to join us for a Town Hall gathering to check in with one another and to get the latest update on DACA and the resources that are available to you and your family.
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Wednesday, August 5th, 2020
3-4pm
bit.ly/UndocuWellness
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USCIS Updates Regarding DACA
July 28, 2020 — The Department of Homeland Security has issues a memorandum whose provisions limit the availability of DACA. This memo requires for USCIS to:
- Reject all first-time DACA applications
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Reject all new and pending requests for advanced parole unless they are for exceptional circumstances; and,
- Continue processing DACA renewal applications but to grant renewed DACA and work authorization for one year instead of two.
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"Good news! Nationwide injunctions against the public charge regulations from the Department of Homeland Security (USCIS) & Department of State — which institute a wealth test in our immigration system — went into effect on Wednesday, July 29, 2020."
This means:
- "The first of these orders bars the implementation, application, and enforcement of the DHS rule nationwide so long as there is a declared national emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The second-order blocks the DOS rules, [the 2018 Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM) instructions] and the Health Care Proclamation as the case goes forward. "
USCIS has also announced that immigrants can seek testing, treatment, and prevention of COVID-19 without fearing immigration consequences due to public charge.
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Check out the "quick reference guide on immigrant eligibility of federal public programs during the COVID-19 public health crisis."
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Direct immigration legal services are available free of charge to ALL CSU students, employees, and their immediate families. At SJSU, individuals can schedule an appointment with an immigration attorney from Immigrant Legal Defense (ILD), a nonprofit agency dedicated to providing immigration legal services. ILD’s mission is to promote justice through the provision of legal representation to underserved immigrant communities.
- ILD serves students, staff, faculty & families at CSU campuses in the Central Valley, Central Coast, and Bay Area.
- We are on campus (virtually during COVID-19 pandemic) regularly providing immigration consultation and case representation in all forms of immigration cases.
- Services include: detained and non-detained deportation (court) defense, DACA, family petitions, U & T Visas, asylum, applications for lawful permanent resident status, and citizenship.
At SJSU individuals can schedule an appointment through the UndocuSpartan Student Resource Center by filling out the form below or by emailing us at undocuspartan@sjsu.edu.
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San José State University’s Adapt plan features a four-phase approach for the continuation of campus operations. These phases align with Santa Clara County Public Health Department and state public health guidelines, and have received approval from the California State University Office of the Chancellor. Information in the plan is subject to change.
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BAY AREA UNDOCUMENTED CASH RELIEF NETWORK
ReWork the Bay, in partnership with the San Francisco Foundation and the Grove Foundation, are leading a collaborative nine-county effort to increase coordination and collaboration among existing relief funds serving undocumented community members, identifying and filling gaps where cash relief access does not exist and building the capacity of all funds to ensure maximum efficiency and security in distributing relief.
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IMMIGRANT FAMILIES GRANT
The COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund (Mission Asset Fund) is providing financial support to immigrant families who have been left out of the federal government’s relief efforts. Immigrants may be eligible to receive a $500 grant to help cover whatever is most pressing in their lives.
Eligibility
- Not eligible to receive a CARES Recovery Rebate (coronavirus stimulus check) from the Federal government.
- Earned less than $99,000 or total household income below $198,000 in 2019.
- Experienced an income disruption due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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The SOLO Solidarity fund is a fund for undocumented immigrants in removal proceedings or with an immediate family member detained by the Department of Homeland Security or ICE. Eligible applicants may receive $1000.
Criteria:
- Must live in Santa Clara County
- Must be affected economically due to COVID-19
- Must be an undocumented immigrant in removal proceedings or have an immediate family member detained by DHS or ICE.
- Are ineligible for federal financial assistance of unemployment compensation
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COVID -19 Financial Assistance Program
Additional funding is now available through the COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program administered by Sacred Heart Community Service and Destination: Home.
Qualifying households will receive $1,000 for every individual who meets the eligibility criteria (max. $2,000/household)
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For more specifics- including eligibility criteria and assistance amounts, visit the Sacred Heart Website .
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For more info visit:
covid19.ca.gov
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Mental Health and Wellness Resources |
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Counseling and Psychological Services supports physical distancing, but strongly emphasizes social connections through alternate means, such as phone calls, video chats, text messages, emails, and social media.
CAPS is operating all of its services remotely. Students can receive services by calling our main line at (408) 924-5910 during our operational hours of Monday - Thursday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM; and Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Services are being provided either by phone or video conference, utilizing Zoom Health for our video sessions - a secure, encrypted, HIPAA compliant service.
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National Alliance on Mental Illness(NAMI) |
NAMI is a mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.
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Community Resources for Wellness |
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The Office of Immigrant Relations, in partnership with the County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services, have developed a mental health guide for immigrants.
This brochure includes guidance on:
- Where to get mental health services in Santa Clara County
- Tips on what to do if you are worried about a loved one suffering from a mental health illness
- Additional immigrant resources
Click on the preferred language below to download the guide.
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Professional and Career Development |
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#UndocuHustle Learning Hub from Immigrants Rising |
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"The #UndocuHustle Learning Hub is a first-of-its-kind resource providing vital learning support for future immigrant entrepreneurs regardless of immigration status.
The Learning Hub was created as a way to build economic resilience in the immigrant communities—a need that has greatly expanded with the COVID-19 crisis. With video tutorials and interactive worksheets that could be saved and are accessible on a computer, tablet or phone, the Learning Hub encourages future entrepreneurs to learn at their own pace".
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WEBINARS: Working for yourself
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UndocuGrads Workshop: Learn How to Apply & Navigate Graduate School as an Undocumented Student
Watch the following webinar to learn key information and resources about the graduate school application process for undocumented students (with or without DACA).
Presenters discussed:
- Reasons why you might consider applying to graduate school
- The difference between Master’s and PhD programs
- Costs associated with applying and attending grad school
- Funding opportunities available for undocumented students
- Recommended next steps to prepare your application
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We are open during the summer!
Hours: M-Th 8am-5pm; F 8am-2pm (online)
Contact us at 408-924-2762
Via email: undocuspartan@sjsu.edu
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