2023 Survey of DACA Recipients Highlights Economic Advancement, Continued Uncertainty Amid Legal Limbo ArticleMar 25, 2024 2023 Survey of DACA Recipients Highlights Economic Advancement, Continued Uncertainty Amid Legal Limbo The ninth annual survey of DACA recipients illustrates DACA’s role in empowering individuals and communities while strengthening the U.S. economy and highlights the need for a pathway to citizenship. Mar 25, 2024 Tom K. Wong, Ignacia Rodriguez Kmec, Diana Pliego, 4 More Karen Fierro Ruiz, Silva Mathema, Trinh Q. Truong, Rosa Barrientos-Ferrer
Playbook for the Advancement of Women in the Economy ReportMar 14, 2024 Playbook for the Advancement of Women in the Economy This collection of policy recommendations reveals how policymakers can grow the economy by centering the changes that women need in their economic platforms. Mar 14, 2024 Rose Khattar, Sara Estep
To Resolve the Humanitarian and Administrative Border Crisis, the U.S. Must Fix the Broken Asylum System, Help Stabilize the Western Hemisphere, and Provide Robust, Orderly Migration Pathways ArticleFeb 5, 2024 To Resolve the Humanitarian and Administrative Border Crisis, the U.S. Must Fix the Broken Asylum System, Help Stabilize the Western Hemisphere, and Provide Robust, Orderly Migration Pathways The just-released Senate border deal is a sincere, bipartisan attempt to create much needed order at the U.S.-Mexico border; release pressure on the broken asylum system, resource agencies, and communities; and provide other targeted solutions across the immigration system. However, to achieve and sustain order at the border, Congress must more boldly address what drives migration in the region and must create accessible lawful pathways that are an alternative to asylum. Feb 5, 2024 Patrick Gaspard, Debu Gandhi, Dan Restrepo
DACA Recipients Bolster Social Security and Medicare ArticleJan 25, 2024 DACA Recipients Bolster Social Security and Medicare DACA recipients collectively earn nearly $27.9 billion and contribute nearly $2.1 billion to Social Security and Medicare each year, making the economy and their communities stronger. Jan 25, 2024 Trinh Q. Truong, Silva Mathema
Despite Barriers, DACA Entrepreneurs Contribute To Their Communities ReportJan 25, 2024 Despite Barriers, DACA Entrepreneurs Contribute To Their Communities DACA has empowered its recipients to pursue entrepreneurship and continue helping their families, their communities, and the U.S. economy in the face of significant barriers. Jan 25, 2024 Rosa Barrientos-Ferrer, Silva Mathema, Trinh Q. Truong
Migration Won’t Be Solved at the US-Mexico Border In the NewsDec 19, 2023 Migration Won’t Be Solved at the US-Mexico Border Dan Restrepo writes in The Messenger about how American policymakers should address challenges at the U.S.-Mexico border. Dec 19, 2023 The Messenger Dan Restrepo
Honoring Lorella Praeli, 2023 Progressive Champion ArticleOct 24, 2023 Honoring Lorella Praeli, 2023 Progressive Champion Lorella Praeli is the co-president of Community Change and Community Change Action and the first recipient of the John D. Podesta Progressive Champion Award. Oct 24, 2023
Opinion: A smart and humane answer on immigration Opinion: A smart and humane answer on immigration Tom Jawetz and researchers from Texas A&M and the University of Virginia argue that Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations may decrease some of the push factors that are causing Venezuelans and others to come to the United States. Oct 5, 2023 CNN Ben Helms, David Leblang, Tom Jawetz
Executive Summary: A Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach to Tackling the Opioid Crisis Fact SheetSep 21, 2023 Executive Summary: A Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach to Tackling the Opioid Crisis This fact sheet summarizes a recent Center for American Progress report outlining the need for a whole-of-government, society-wide approach to addressing the complex challenges posed by the opioid overdose epidemic. Sep 21, 2023 Trinh Q. Truong, Debu Gandhi, Jill Rosenthal, 5 More Marquisha Johns, Mariam Rashid, Dan Restrepo, Akua Amaning, Cleo Bluthenthal
Tackling the Opioid Crisis Requires a Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach ReportSep 20, 2023 Tackling the Opioid Crisis Requires a Whole-of-Government, Society-Wide Approach The opioid epidemic is a complex public health crisis that can be ameliorated by addressing root causes of drug use; expanding access to treatment and harm reduction strategies; and reducing the supply of illicit opioids entering the United States. Sep 20, 2023 Trinh Q. Truong, Debu Gandhi, Jill Rosenthal, 5 More Marquisha Johns, Mariam Rashid, Dan Restrepo, Akua Amaning, Cleo Bluthenthal
Practical Solutions To Assist Cities and States Receiving Asylum-Seekers Across the U.S. ReportAug 9, 2023 Practical Solutions To Assist Cities and States Receiving Asylum-Seekers Across the U.S. The uncoordinated busing and relocation of migrants and asylum-seekers poses various challenges to receiving cities and states across the country; but practical solutions at the local, state, and federal levels can turn these challenges into opportunities. Aug 9, 2023 Zefitret Abera Molla
Florida’s new anti-immigrant law could be disastrous for the economy In the NewsJul 25, 2023 Florida’s new anti-immigrant law could be disastrous for the economy Laura Rodriguez writes about why Florida’s new anti-immigrant law could be disastrous for the economy. Jul 25, 2023 La Opinión Laura Rodriguez
Improving Language Access in the U.S. Asylum System ReportMay 25, 2023 Improving Language Access in the U.S. Asylum System The lack of adequate interpretation and translation services for asylum-seekers who are not proficient in English impedes their ability to navigate the complex immigration system. May 25, 2023 Zefitret Abera Molla
With the Long-Overdue End of the Title 42 Order, America’s Values Are at Stake ArticleMay 10, 2023 With the Long-Overdue End of the Title 42 Order, America’s Values Are at Stake As the Title 42 order comes to an end, America can humanely and effectively meet the challenge of rising numbers at the border. May 10, 2023 Patrick Gaspard, Debu Gandhi, Dan Restrepo
The Biden Administration’s Use of Immigration Parole Authority Is Both Lawful and Smart Fact SheetMay 10, 2023 The Biden Administration’s Use of Immigration Parole Authority Is Both Lawful and Smart This fact sheet summarizes a recent Center for American Progress report on the Biden administration’s strategic use of its lawful parole authority to enhance migration management. May 10, 2023 Tom Jawetz
DACA Boosts Recipients’ Well-Being and Economic Contributions: 2022 Survey Results ArticleApr 27, 2023 DACA Boosts Recipients’ Well-Being and Economic Contributions: 2022 Survey Results The eighth annual survey of DACA recipients shows, yet again, DACA recipients’ many contributions to their communities and the U.S. economy more broadly while highlighting the need for a pathway to citizenship. Apr 27, 2023 Tom K. Wong, Ignacia Rodriguez Kmec, Diana Pliego, 4 More Karen Fierro Ruiz, Debu Gandhi, Trinh Q. Truong, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka
The Biden Administration’s Use of Immigration Parole Authority Is a Smart and Lawful Approach to Today’s Migration Challenges ReportApr 19, 2023 The Biden Administration’s Use of Immigration Parole Authority Is a Smart and Lawful Approach to Today’s Migration Challenges Legal challenges to new immigration parole processes lack merit and will undermine border management efforts and regional migration solutions if they are successful. Apr 19, 2023 Tom Jawetz
Why We Must Protect U.S. Immigration Programs Across the Board VideoFeb 28, 2023 Why We Must Protect U.S. Immigration Programs Across the Board Ayuong, a former refugee from Sudan who now attends dental school in the United States, shares what it means to be a refugee. Feb 28, 2023 Zefitret Abera Molla, Ala Al Sadi, Madalyn Reagan, 1 More Hai-Lam Phan
Black History Month: A Time To Celebrate All Black People, Including Black Immigrants VideoFeb 23, 2023 Black History Month: A Time To Celebrate All Black People, Including Black Immigrants The stories and experiences of Black immigrants are part of the American story and should be celebrated during Black History Month. Feb 23, 2023 Zefitret Abera Molla, Grace Oyenubi, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, 2 More Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo
The Opioid Epidemic Demands Public Health Solutions, Not False Claims About Immigration ArticleOct 31, 2022 The Opioid Epidemic Demands Public Health Solutions, Not False Claims About Immigration The opioid epidemic is a public health issue that cannot be credibly linked to immigration or asylum-seekers. Oct 31, 2022 Trinh Q. Truong, Debu Gandhi
Taking Migration Seriously: Real Solutions to Complex Challenges at the Border ReportOct 26, 2022 Taking Migration Seriously: Real Solutions to Complex Challenges at the Border In the face of election-cycle demagoguery on immigration, the Biden-Harris administration is moving forward with a serious, multipronged strategy to address the complex root causes of migration in the region. Oct 26, 2022 Silva Mathema, Zefitret Abera Molla
The ADA at 32: Understanding the Rights of Disabled Asylum-Seekers VideoAug 25, 2022 The ADA at 32: Understanding the Rights of Disabled Asylum-Seekers Experts discuss the Americans with Disabilities Act while highlighting the important intersection between immigration and disability rights. Aug 25, 2022 Emily DiMatteo, Mia Ives-Rublee, Trinh Q. Truong, 3 More Toni Pandolfo, Andrew Sonntag, Ala Al Sadi
Crossing the Border: How Disability Civil Rights Protections Can Include Disabled Asylum-Seekers ReportAug 24, 2022 Crossing the Border: How Disability Civil Rights Protections Can Include Disabled Asylum-Seekers Civil rights protections designed to protect disabled people from discrimination, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, are powerful tools for ensuring that disabled asylum-seekers have access to the protection and services they need in the U.S. immigration system. Aug 24, 2022 Trinh Q. Truong, Emily DiMatteo, Mia Ives-Rublee
The Devastating Impact of the Inhumane Family Separation Policy Past EventAug 19, 2022 The Devastating Impact of the Inhumane Family Separation Policy A Conversation with The Atlantic’s Caitlin Dickerson Aug 19, 2022
Will Viktor Orbán Bring His Racist Rhetoric to the United States this Week? ArticleAug 3, 2022 Will Viktor Orbán Bring His Racist Rhetoric to the United States this Week? Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's embrace of far-right racism should prompt American conservatives to cut ties with the autocratic Hungarian leader. Aug 3, 2022 Max Hoffman
The 32nd Anniversary of the ADA Past EventJul 20, 2022 The 32nd Anniversary of the ADA Improving the U.S. Asylum System for Disabled Noncitizens Jul 20, 2022
Resources on Temporary Protected Status ArticleJul 19, 2022 Resources on Temporary Protected Status This column provides a curated list of CAP’s resources on Temporary Protected Status. Jul 19, 2022 the CAP Immigration Team
Immigrants and Asylum-Seekers Deserve Humane Alternatives To Detention ReportJul 13, 2022 Immigrants and Asylum-Seekers Deserve Humane Alternatives To Detention Immigrants and asylum-seekers should be provided with community-based case management services rather than placed in invasive surveillance programs that threaten their well-being, civil liberties, and privacy. Jul 13, 2022 Trinh Q. Truong
Celebrating 10 Years of DACA VideoJun 15, 2022 Celebrating 10 Years of DACA Over the past decade, DACA has delivered lasting protections for hundreds of thousands of immigrants pursuing the American dream. Jun 15, 2022 Trinh Q. Truong, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Hai-Lam Phan, 4 More Ala Al Sadi, Daniel Turner, Toni Pandolfo, James Mertz
The Title 42 Expulsion Policy Does Nothing To Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 ArticleMay 10, 2022 The Title 42 Expulsion Policy Does Nothing To Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 Issued as a public health measure, there is no statistical evidence that border expulsions under Title 42 result in a lower COVID-19 case rate in the United States. May 10, 2022 Tom K. Wong, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka
Ending Title 42: A Step Toward Restoring Access to Asylum at the U.S. Border VideoApr 11, 2022 Ending Title 42: A Step Toward Restoring Access to Asylum at the U.S. Border The Biden administration’s decision to end Title 42, effective May 23, 2022, is a key step toward restoring the right to seek asylum at the border. Apr 11, 2022 Claudia Flores, Silva Mathema, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, 5 More Zefitret Abera Molla, Patrick Gaspard, Hai-Lam Phan, Ala Al Sadi, Toni Pandolfo
Ending the Title 42 Expulsion Policy Is the Right Thing To Do ArticleApr 6, 2022 Ending the Title 42 Expulsion Policy Is the Right Thing To Do Ending the Title 42 expulsion policy at the border is an important step toward rebuilding the United States’ asylum system. Apr 6, 2022 Zefitret Abera Molla
The Urgency of Designating Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status ReportMar 3, 2022 The Urgency of Designating Cameroon for Temporary Protected Status The U.S. government should immediately grant Temporary Protected Status to Cameroonian nationals in the United States, given the extraordinary and deteriorating conditions in the country that make a safe return impossible. Mar 3, 2022 Silva Mathema, Zefitret Abera Molla
What the European Union and United States Need To Do To Address the Migration Crisis in Ukraine ArticleMar 1, 2022 What the European Union and United States Need To Do To Address the Migration Crisis in Ukraine As Russia invades Ukraine, the United States and the European Union should do all they can to assist all people fleeing the country. Mar 1, 2022 Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Trinh Q. Truong, Zefitret Abera Molla, 1 More Joel Martinez
2021 Survey of DACA Recipients Underscores the Importance of a Pathway to Citizenship ArticleFeb 3, 2022 2021 Survey of DACA Recipients Underscores the Importance of a Pathway to Citizenship The seventh annual survey of DACA recipients illustrates DACA’s myriad benefits—as well as why policymakers must create a pathway to citizenship for recipients. Feb 3, 2022 Tom K. Wong, Claudia Flores, Ignacia Rodriguez Kmec, 2 More Karen Fierro Ruiz, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka
Why Immigration Relief Matters ArticleFeb 1, 2022 Why Immigration Relief Matters Undocumented immigrants make significant economic contributions and are integral members of communities across the United States; immigration relief is necessary to continue growing the economy and strengthening communities nationwide, especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Feb 1, 2022 Trinh Q. Truong
The Demographic and Economic Impacts of DACA Recipients: Fall 2021 Edition ArticleNov 24, 2021 The Demographic and Economic Impacts of DACA Recipients: Fall 2021 Edition Nearly 600,000 DACA recipients live across the United States, raise 300,000 U.S.-citizen children, and pay $9.4 billion in taxes each year. Nov 24, 2021 Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Trinh Q. Truong
Temporary Protected Status Is Critical To Tackling the Root Causes of Migration in the Americas ReportOct 28, 2021 Temporary Protected Status Is Critical To Tackling the Root Causes of Migration in the Americas Remittances from immigrants, including TPS holders, are an organic and powerful resource that provide people living in the Central American region direct access to basic needs and even economic stability. Oct 28, 2021 Silva Mathema, Joel Martinez
Including Immigration Parole in Reconciliation Will Help Millions ArticleOct 12, 2021 Including Immigration Parole in Reconciliation Will Help Millions While not providing permanent protections, including immigration parole in reconciliation would allow up to 7.1 million undocumented immigrants to gain long-term temporary status while satisfying the objections of the Senate parliamentarian. Oct 12, 2021 Philip E. Wolgin, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Claudia Flores
Fact Sheet: State-by-State Estimates of Eligibility for a 2010 Immigration Registry Update ArticleSep 23, 2021 Fact Sheet: State-by-State Estimates of Eligibility for a 2010 Immigration Registry Update Updating the Immigration and Nationality Act’s registry date from 1972 to 2010 would allow millions of undocumented immigrants to access a pathway to citizenship. Sep 23, 2021 Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Claudia Flores, Philip E. Wolgin
Fact Sheet: State-by-State Estimates of Citizenship in Budget Reconciliation ArticleSep 13, 2021 Fact Sheet: State-by-State Estimates of Citizenship in Budget Reconciliation The proposed House budget reconciliation bill would create a pathway to citizenship for 6.9 million Dreamers, those eligible for Temporary Protected Status, and essential workers—including farmworkers—all while boosting U.S. economy. Sep 13, 2021 Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Claudia Flores, Philip E. Wolgin
The United States Needs a Comprehensive Protection Plan for the Forcibly Displaced in Afghanistan ArticleAug 17, 2021 The United States Needs a Comprehensive Protection Plan for the Forcibly Displaced in Afghanistan The Biden administration should lead in developing a human rights-centered plan for the forcibly displaced to mitigate further disaster in Afghanistan. Aug 17, 2021 Alexandra Schmitt, Elisa Massimino
A Pathway to Citizenship and Economic Growth Through Budget Reconciliation ArticleJul 1, 2021 A Pathway to Citizenship and Economic Growth Through Budget Reconciliation A pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants benefits the U.S. economy as a whole—and it can be done through the budget reconciliation process. Jul 1, 2021 Philip E. Wolgin
Redefining Homeland Security: A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges ReportJun 16, 2021 Redefining Homeland Security: A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges To meet the challenges of today, the Biden administration and Congress should reform the Department of Homeland Security around a mission that highlights safety and services alongside its traditional protecting roles. Jun 16, 2021 Mara Rudman, Rudy deLeon, Joel Martinez, 5 More Elisa Massimino, Silva Mathema, Katrina Mulligan, Alexandra Schmitt, Philip E. Wolgin
A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges VideoJun 16, 2021 A New Framework for DHS To Meet Today’s Challenges What America needs from the Department of Homeland Security today is different from when it was founded nearly 20 years ago. Jun 16, 2021 Mara Rudman, Rudy deLeon, Joel Martinez, 5 More Elisa Massimino, Silva Mathema, Katrina Mulligan, Alexandra Schmitt, Philip E. Wolgin
Citizenship for Undocumented Immigrants Would Boost U.S. Economic Growth ReportJun 14, 2021 Citizenship for Undocumented Immigrants Would Boost U.S. Economic Growth Putting undocumented immigrants on a pathway to citizenship would increase U.S. GDP by up to $1.7 trillion over the next decade, raise wages for all Americans, and create hundreds of thousands of new jobs, advancing the country’s economic recovery. Jun 14, 2021 Giovanni Peri, Reem Zaiour
Reinstating the LIFE Act and Eliminating Entry Bars Would Allow Millions of Immigrants To Stay With Their Families ArticleMay 27, 2021 Reinstating the LIFE Act and Eliminating Entry Bars Would Allow Millions of Immigrants To Stay With Their Families Reinstating the Legal Immigration Family Equity Act or eliminating the three- and 10-year entry bars, or making both changes, would allow many undocumented immigrants to gain legal status. May 27, 2021 Silva Mathema, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Sofia Carratala
CAP Calls on Congress To Find Holistic Solutions for Haiti ArticleMay 21, 2021 CAP Calls on Congress To Find Holistic Solutions for Haiti The Center for American Progress submitted a statement for the record suggesting several policy tools the Biden administration should consider to help Haiti. May 21, 2021 the CAP Immigration Team
Why DACA Matters ArticleApr 29, 2021 Why DACA Matters DACA continues to be a lifeline for its beneficiaries, their families, and communities across the nation. Apr 29, 2021 Claudia Flores, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka
The Trump Administration’s Family Separation Policy Is Over ReportApr 12, 2021 The Trump Administration’s Family Separation Policy Is Over Individual and collective accountability for the family separation policy is needed to hold individuals responsible, restore faith in government institutions, prevent further abuses, and provide appropriate redress. Apr 12, 2021 Maggie Jo Buchanan, Philip E. Wolgin, Claudia Flores
‘Justice for All’ Requires Access to Justice ArticleApr 8, 2021 ‘Justice for All’ Requires Access to Justice The Biden administration can further advance its key priorities by restoring federal leadership on access to justice issues. Apr 8, 2021 Maggie Jo Buchanan, Maha Jweied, Karen A. Lash
A Profile of Immigrant Women in the Workforce ArticleMar 10, 2021 A Profile of Immigrant Women in the Workforce Immigrant women are integral members of U.S. society, working across industries that serve all communities and spur economic growth. As the pandemic continues to disproportionately affect women in the workforce, future policy must consider the contributions and needs of immigrant women. Mar 10, 2021 Sofia Carratala, Nicole Prchal Svajlenka, Sarah Jane Glynn
A Demographic and Economic Profile of Undocumented Workers on the Pandemic’s Front Lines ArticleFeb 18, 2021 A Demographic and Economic Profile of Undocumented Workers on the Pandemic’s Front Lines Five million undocumented essential workers across the United States have important demographic and economic ties to their communities. Feb 18, 2021 Nicole Prchal Svajlenka
There Is No Evidence That TPS Designations Increase Irregular Migration to the United States ArticleFeb 17, 2021 There Is No Evidence That TPS Designations Increase Irregular Migration to the United States Statistical analysis does not demonstrate a “magnet” effect after Temporary Protected Status designations. Feb 17, 2021 Tom K. Wong, Tom Jawetz, Silva Mathema
Protecting Undocumented Workers on the Pandemic’s Front Lines ArticleFeb 2, 2021 Protecting Undocumented Workers on the Pandemic’s Front Lines Four fact sheets highlight the contributions of undocumented immigrants to the construction, food supply chain, health care, and home care sectors of the economy. Feb 2, 2021 Nicole Prchal Svajlenka
The Extremist Campaign to Blame Immigrants for U.S. Environmental Problems ReportFeb 1, 2021 The Extremist Campaign to Blame Immigrants for U.S. Environmental Problems Anti-immigrant rhetoric stemming from discredited pseudoscience has evolved into an extreme right-wing greenwashing effort that the modern conservation movement is right to reject. Feb 1, 2021 Jenny Rowland-Shea, Sahir Doshi
The Pause on Deportations Is the First Step Toward a Fair, Humane, and Workable System and Must Move Forward ArticleJan 27, 2021 The Pause on Deportations Is the First Step Toward a Fair, Humane, and Workable System and Must Move Forward The 100-day moratorium on deportations will allow the Biden administration to uncover the depths of lawlessness of the Trump administration’s immigration regime and start to right the ship. The courts must allow it to move forward. Jan 27, 2021 Philip E. Wolgin
How Executive Action Can Build a More Fair, Humane, and Workable Immigration System ArticleJan 11, 2021 How Executive Action Can Build a More Fair, Humane, and Workable Immigration System The Biden administration can jump-start a series of necessary reforms by issuing a clear and expansive executive order in its first days that condemns the damage caused to the immigration system by the past administration, pauses deportations, and outlines principles to guide policy development over the next four years. Jan 11, 2021 Tom Jawetz
TPS Can Promote Stability and Recovery for Central American Countries Hit by Recent Hurricanes ReportDec 21, 2020 TPS Can Promote Stability and Recovery for Central American Countries Hit by Recent Hurricanes Hurricanes Eta and Iota caused widespread damage to several already fragile Central American countries, leaving them incapable of safely and adequately accepting the return of their own nationals living abroad. Dec 21, 2020 Silva Mathema, Tom Jawetz
Promoting Accountability: State and Federal Officials Shouldn’t Be Above the Law ReportDec 17, 2020 Promoting Accountability: State and Federal Officials Shouldn’t Be Above the Law Policymakers must ensure that state and federal officials can be held accountable in court when they violate the law and harm those they are supposed to protect. Dec 17, 2020 Maggie Jo Buchanan, Tom Jawetz, Stephanie Wylie