Last week, our team members Isabel and Miro had the privilege of participating in the inspiring New Americans Celebration at the Georgia State Capitol. Throughout the busy halls of the state’s capitol building, the group of over three hundred advocates gathered to speak out for or against policies with the potential to greatly impact the […]
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On January 29th, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law, marking the first legislative action of his new term. Named in memory of a young woman whose tragic and senseless death shook the nation, our hearts go out to Laken Riley’s family and loved ones, who suffered an unimaginable loss. No
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Since his return to office, President Trump has unleashed a series of cruel and often unconstitutional executive orders, proclamations, and memoranda aimed at tearing apart immigrant families, stripping away rights, and making life even harder for those seeking safety and opportunity in the United States. These directives attack fundamental human rights and the very principles
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The political landscape has shifted, and immigrant communities across the country are feeling the impact. At Hope Immigration, we share your anger and frustration over the new policies that have made undocumented immigrants—and even those with legal status or pending cases—more vulnerable than ever. Under this new administration, enforcement efforts have escalated rapidly. The resulting
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The United States offers several pathways for immigrants to seek legal status, including the U visa program, which provides immigrant victims of crimes a pathway to permanent residence and citizenship. An important step in applying for a U status is getting a U certification—in fact, one cannot begin the U status process without it. In
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As we reflect on the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter, we want to take a moment to celebrate his unwavering commitment to human rights, compassion, and justice. His policies and actions not only shaped U.S. immigration law but also provided hope and opportunity for countless immigrants, especially in his home state of Georgia.
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Every year on December 18, the world comes together to celebrate International Migrants Day—a day to honor the contributions, resilience, and courage of migrants who leave behind familiar lives in search of safety, opportunity, and brighter futures. At Hope Immigration, this day is especially close to our hearts. Every story we hear, every case we
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For many seeking safety in the United States, asylum offers a lifeline. However, the process can be complicated and daunting. In this post, we’ll break down the basics of affirmative asylum, including who qualifies, how to apply, what to know about work permits, and the challenges posed by the long wait times for interviews. What
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As we look toward the upcoming change in presidential administration, it’s natural to wonder how immigration policies might shift. Change, after all, is part of the nature of politics. But while the details may evolve—processing times, fees, or procedural steps—the core principles of immigration law remain. These are the principles that bring families together, open
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With the upcoming change in presidential administration, many immigrants are understandably concerned about potential shifts in immigration policy. While some changes are being discussed, it’s important to remember that these are currently only words—not concrete actions. Some of the proposed changes may not even be legally or constitutionally possible, and others may take years to
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