UCLA Latino Policy & Politics Institute | Latino Data Hub Developed by the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute the Latino Data Hub was launched in 2023 as a fully bilingual user-friendly data platform. It offers customizable visualizations across key indicators, including demographics, health care access, education, income, and employment. Users can further dig into the data by exploring factors such as Latino descent, race, sex, citizenship, and English proficiency, spanning national, state, and county levels. Learn more through the video below, and visit the Latino Data Hub at this link.
CAA | Immigrant Voting and the Movement for Inclusion in San Francisco “Immigrant Voting and the Movement for Inclusion in San Francisco” was released by Chinese for Affirmative Action in partnership with the Immigrant Parent Voting Collaborative. This report provides an overview of the fight to win immigrant voting legislation in San Francisco, a law also known as “noncitizen voting,” and the effects noncitizen voting has had on immigrant empowerment. The report shares how the program affected immigrants in San Francisco, the barriers they face in exercising their voting rights, and best practices community organizers have used to try to overcome those barriers. Read the report below, and access the executive summary as well as report appendices in multiple languages including Amharic, Arabic, Cantonese, English, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese on their website. 23-CAA-ImmigrationVotingReport-F2
APIAHF | In-language Vaccine Fact Cards APIAHF created fact sheets on receiving the influenza (flu) vaccination during flu season in the United States. Translated into 33 different AA and NH/PI languages, this resource answers common questions and answers regarding flu to help you stay protected this year. Visit the resource website here! APIAHF and Vaccinate Your Family have created fact sheets on paying for vaccines and receiving the flu vaccination. Translated into 30 different AA and NHPI languages, this resource educates community members on paying for vaccines depending on insurance type and about the influenza vaccination. APIAHF and the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA) have created fact cards for those who may be unsure of their rights to a COVID-19 vaccination. Translated into 26 different AA and NH/PI languages, this resource educates community members on the benefits of getting vaccinated and encourages them to receive their free COVID-19 vaccinations regardless of immigration status, health insurance coverage, and/or Social Security identification. Vaccine Updates from the CDC
Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Assistance to DeKalb County Residents CPACS is now able to offer Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Assistance to DeKalb County residents! For more information and assistance, please call our Housing Department at 770-936-0969.
CAPI COVID-19 Resources CAPI USA has put together a list of helpful resources should you find yourself in need during this time. We will update it as more resources become available. Resources include: info on the coronavirus, employment, food, utilities, housing, health insurance and mental health resources, families and education, financial resources, and immigration/legal resources. We are here to help! Do you need help with food access? Do you need help with unemployment, taxes, or other benefits? Do you need to talk to someone about job search services or available training? Call us today! 612.767.3670 Check out their COVID-19 resources list here
Oakland Evictions Moratorium FAQ Oakland, California Evictions Moratorium Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) such as: What is the Oakland Evictions Moratorium? Who Does the Oakland Moratorium Apply To? How Does the Evictions Moratorium Work? How Long Does the Eviction Moratorium Last? I Can’t Pay Rent Right Now – How Does the Moratorium Work for Me? Who Can I Contact in Oakland for Help If My Landlord Is Still Trying to Evict Me? Available to read in English and Chinese Read the FAQs and their answers here
Know Your Rights Resources Know Your Rights Resources and mini cards/infographics in various languages. Topics include what your rights are when ICE comes to your door and when encountering ICE agents. Know Your Rights When ICE comes to your door – YOU HAVE RIGHTS IF IMMIGRATION KNOCKS ON YOUR DOOR! Amharic Arabic Chinese English Hindi Khmer Korean Spanish Tigrinya Urdu Vietnamese Advancing Justice-Atlanta has developed in-language Know Your Rights mini cards for when ICE comes to your door. To obtain a physical copy of the KYR mini cards, contact us at 404-585-8446. Amharic Arabic Burmese Chinese Creo (Haitian) Dar/Farsi English French Gujarati Hindi Karen Khemer Kinyarwanda (Congolese) Korean Nepali Pashto Punjabi Somali Spanish Swahili Urdu Vietnamese When encountering ICE agents/law enforcement English Spanish
OCA-Greater Houston Monthly Immigration Forums OCA-Greater Houston provides free assistance preparing N400 Citizenship applications for individuals with Greencards (Legal Permanent Residents) each month. If you have had your Greencard for 5 years (or 3 years if based on marriage to a US Citizen), you can apply for Citizenship. We suggest you come and start preparing your application 4 to 5 months before your 5 or 3 year date of receiving your LPR Status. THESE FORUMS WILL BE VIRTUAL FOR THE REMAINDER OF 2020! Check out the Facebook event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/501349720789718/ Information you need for us to help you prepare your application: Driver’s License or ID card Social Security Card Legal Permanent Resident Card (Greencard) Past and Current Passports Addresses and Dates of every place you have lived at for the past 5 years (in chronological order starting with the most recent dates) Company and/or School Names, Addresses and Dates of every place you have worked at for the past 5 years (in chronological order starting with the most recent dates) Also include any periods of time you were either a homemaker, student, and/or unemployed List of Dates & Reason for Court Appearance for all traffic tickets or other court related issues List of all current and past spouses, dates of marriage and divorce, current spouse’s A# if they have one or date of naturalization (citizenship date), their birthdate, and their current residence address Marriage certificate if you are applying for citizenship based on marriage to your spouse for at least 3 years List of all children (biological & stepchildren), their A# if they have one, their birthdate, and their current residence address SNAP Award Letter if you have one and your tax return for last year if you want us to check if you can qualify for a waiver or discount of the USCIS Application Fees
COVID-19 Resources in Virginia New Virginia Majority Education Fund has put together a page that will be periodically updated with COVID-19 resources in Virginia. Recursos en español abajo. Multilingual resources are also available. Topics include housing, worker’s rights, food resources, health and healthcare, immigrant justice and public charge, public benefits and unemployment, and understanding federal relief legislation. Access the COVID-19 resources page here General Resources City of Alexandria Resource Guide (NAKASEC) Arlington County Resource Guide (NAKASEC) Fairfax County Resource Guide (NAKASEC) Loudoun County Resource Guide (NAKASEC) Prince William County Resource Guide (NAKASEC) COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program for NOVA residents (Northern Virginia Family Service)
Know Your Rights During COVID-19 COVID-19 is affecting all aspects of our society, including how, when, and where we live and work. Now more than ever, being informed about our rights is critical as immigrants and workers. Please review and practice Know Your Rights and Know Your Worker Rights and have active safety plans. And please remember, if you are concerned about ICE activities or deportation, you can call the HANA/NAKASEC 24-hour Korean language hotline at 1-844-500-3222. Read HANA Center’s statement in English, Korean, and Spanish