Immigrant Stories
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Real testimonials that bring visibility to migration challenges and showcase the power of resilience and mutual support in our communities.
Hollywood Food Rescue: A Network Feeding Communities
Hillary Cohen founded "Every Day Action" in 2020 to redistribute surplus food from film sets and support Latino and immigrant communities in Los Angeles.
Starting a Business with DACA: Challenges and Paths to Citizenship
Valerie is a young entrepreneur seeking permanent residency. Attorney Marlene Markowitz explains that being a DACA recipient is not a barrier to business ownership.
Life Inside a Detention Center: Milena's Story
Milena was arrested during her residency interview for overstaying her visa. She spent a week in detention until a judge ordered her release without bail.
Chicago Migrants Concerned as IRS-DHS Data Sharing Halts Tax Filings
Migrants in Chicago are on high alert following revelations that the IRS shared confidential addresses with DHS. Attorney Marlene Markowitz breaks down the actual impact on the community.
Chicago MAGA mom funds work permits for migrants
Aleah Arundale, a Jewish mother in Chicago, provides interest-free loans to help migrants pay for their work permits. Watch full story on our YouTube channel!
Minneapolis synagogue raises $1 million for migrant families
Shir Tikvah launched the Yesod Fund to provide direct, dignified support for families in crisis. Thanks to this initiative, hundreds have been able to afford rent, food, and medicine.