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As with any Immigration benefit- please consult with an attorney or community based agency for proper legal assistance… Earlier today, USCIS sent out the below message on Deferred Enforced Departure for Palestinians. Public Engagement Division Employment Authorization for Palestinians Covered by Deferred Enforced Departure The Department of Homeland Security posted a Federal Register notice establishing procedures for Palestinians covered by Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) to apply for DED-based Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) valid through Aug. 13, 2025. On Feb. 14, 2024, President Biden issued a memorandum on DED for Palestinians deferring for 18 months the removal of certain Palestinians present in the United States at the time of the announcement and allowing for employment authorization. Palestinians who enter the United States after Feb. 14, 2024, are not eligible for DED. Accompanying this announcement is a Special Student Relief notice for F-1 nonimmigrant Palestinian students so that eligible students may request employment authorization, work an increased number of hours while school is in session, and reduce their course load while continuing to maintain F-1 status through the DED period.  The Federal Register notice describes eligible Palestinians and required documentation. It also has more information about DED for Palestinians and how eligible individuals may apply for DED-related EADs. More Information For more information on DED, including additional information on eligibility, please visit USCIS’ Deferred Enforced Departure webpage.

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One of the good things that came out of the Biden administration in the world of immigration—and that I think may go away under the Trump 2.0 administration—was the end of "Bridge the Gap" applications for certain non-immigrants applying for F-1 status through a status change in the US. The policy made it cheaper and more accessible for people to pursue their studies in the US and get an approved application. Those who practiced immigration law under Trump 1.0 can also recall how a denied change of status to F-1 or denied extension of B-2 status resulted in a Notice of Appear (NTA). We shall see what is to come... https://lnkd.in/eKEbpmhZ

President of the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) issues new guidance on immigration bail https://lnkd.in/e7RbqGQy Useful podcast interview https://lnkd.in/ezkSxTCE Video: Assessment of Significant Obstacles to Integration and Best Interests of Children In this Immigration Law conversation video, Laurence Chester, Independent Social Worker at Alphabet Social Work Ltd, shares his perspective on assessing significant obstacles to integration for adults and determining the best interests of children. https://lnkd.in/eQW9pH3g New Video: The New Domestic Violence Concession & Immigration Rules In this video I summarise the new Migrant victims of domestic abuse concession and Appendix Victim of Domestic Abuse. https://lnkd.in/dGKkqe6J This is a great opportunity to update your knowledge and network with others. Lunch will be provided. Sign up for the next in-person afternoon immigration law masterclass on 1st May in Central London. https://lnkd.in/epsyN5RY 16th May, Birmingham https://lnkd.in/egyqrM8p An Update on the Latest Changes to the Immigration Rules: From Spouses to Skilled Workers. Please sign up for the next free DG Legal webinar on Tuesday 16 April 2024 at 1pm. In early 2024, the government will introduce significant changes to the Immigration Rules, including increases to the skilled worker salary threshold and the minimum income requirement for family visas. During this session, Adam Pipe from No8 Chambers will provide a summary of the key changes that have been introduced so far. It is important to note that all information provided will be presented in a clear, concise, and objective manner, avoiding any biased or emotional language. Topics covered will include: Care Worker changes Appendix Domestic Abuse Changes to the partner definition Changes to the Ukraine Scheme  The salary threshold for skilled workers The minimum income requirement for spouse visas  https://lnkd.in/e9r46hzD

The University of South Florida recently released a study examining the effects of anti-immigrant laws enacted in May 2023 in Florida (FL Senate Bill 1718). This foreshadows (at a much lower scale) the effects we expect nationwide if the incoming administration continues with its stated plan. The Florida anti-immigrant SB 1718 does the following: - Criminalizes traveling across states with undocumented people, including family members. - Requires hospitals to ask about immigration status. - Increases local enforcement entanglement with federal immigration enforcement. - Invalidates out-of-state driver licenses issued to undocumented immigrants. Key findings from the study are the following: - “Economic Impact: Many immigrants reported heightened economic stress. . . Non-citizens faced the highest challenges in securing and maintaining employment, although a significant portion of U.S. citizens expressed concerns about their job situation. The law prompted workers in critical sectors, like agriculture and hospitality, to leave Florida, contributing to economic instability.” - “Healthcare Access: Fear of legal repercussions influenced participants’ willingness to seek healthcare, particularly among non-U.S. citizens, who reported heightened hesitation. U.S. citizens also expressed some reluctance.” - “Family Separation: Concerns about family separation due to detention or deportation emerged as a significant issue, with many non-U.S. citizens and U.S. citizens alike expressing these fears. This highlights the spillover effects felt by mixed-status families and the wider community implications of immigration enforcement.” - “Psychological Well-Being: The Kessler Distress Scale (K6) revealed notable levels of psychological distress among participants. Non-U.S. citizens were particularly affected, with many reporting moderate to severe distress, while U.S. citizens also indicated considerable levels of distress.” Find the study here: https://lnkd.in/equGp7-E University of South Florida

With the blessings of Guru Ram Das Ji Maharaaj, my MA Law dissertation was awarded a First... Though the LLM isn't going as planned (minor hiccups resulting in a delayed finish 🤧), I felt I couldn't put off sharing the good news any longer. Titled - Modern Slavery, Immigration and Conflicting Agendas: A Study of the Modern Slavery Act of 2015, in Light of the Immigration Acts of 2014 & 2016, the Nationality and Borders Act of 2022, and the Illegal Migration Act of 2023. This dissertation scrutinises the measures taken by the UK Government to combat modern slavery since the enactment of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (MSA 2015). The study evidences a paradoxical and conflicting policy framework; acts aimed at tackling modern slavery are undermined by immigration control measures, fostering an environment conducive to the very crime it seeks to eliminate. It critically examines the MSA 2015's objectives and criticisms, exploring its three-pronged approach: prevention, prosecution, and protection. The dissertation subsequently analyses the profound implications of the Immigration Acts of 2014 and 2016, which aimed to create a 'hostile environment' for illegal migrants but inadvertently fostered conditions for modern slavery exploitation. Further, an in-depth examination of the Nationality and Borders Act 2022 and the Illegal Migration Act 2023 reveals these pieces of legislation have potential to further erode protection for victims of modern slavery and trafficking, placing immigration control above human rights obligations. The research underlines the UK's increasing tension between border control and combating modern slavery, necessitating augmented legal scrutiny and societal debate. The study concludes by underscoring the need for victim-centred, human rights-compliant strategies, reiterating the importance of empathy and humanity in the fight against modern slavery. The potential of the UK legislation to embrace such an approach will significantly influence the battle against this heinous crime. Two of the legislations covered, the Nationality and Borders Act and the Illegal Migration Act came into being in 2022 and 2023 respectively, with the Illegal Migration Act still being a Bill when the dissertation work first began. The area of research was therefore young at the time of writing, and there was difficulty sourcing academic work for most of the paper. Consequently, the paper relied heavily on legislative documents, and accompanying documents, such as reports and briefings. Given the then recent enactment of these pieces of legislation, the dissertation offered a timely and crucial contribution to an under-researched area.

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently updated its guidelines to streamline family-based immigration petitions. This is especially helpful for cases where the beneficiary's preferred processing method is unclear or needs correction. #FormI130 #ImmigrantVisa #Petitions #PolicyGuidance #USVisa #USCIS #VisaNews #VisaUpdate USCIS

The law would move Georgia closer to states with more aggressive immigration laws like Texas, which starting in March will allow police to arrest migrants who enter the state illegally and give local judges the authority to order them out of the country Click here for the full story from Border Report: https://lnkd.in/gTXHefNn #RationalMiddleImmigration #USMexicoBorder #BorderPatrol #MigrantIssues #AsylumSeekers #StoneyCreekPublishing #ImmigrationLaws #TexasImmigration #IllegalImmigration #BorderSecurity #MigrantRights #ImmigrationDebate #USImmigration #ImmigrationPolicy #ImmigrationReform #BorderControl

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James Cleverly sacked me as borders inspector. He should focus on a migrant strategy gone awry | David Neal: The home secretary will defend his department in public, but there are deep problems, many of which result from neglect of the inspectors This month I was sacked from my job as the independent chief inspector of borders and immigration. I have not been replaced. As things stand, we do not have an independent chief inspector of borders and immigration. That has profound consequences on oversight of the government’s immigration policies, and far-reaching implications for accountability. First, you should know that there are 15 outstanding unpublished reports for which that inspector has responsibility, on subjects as varied as deprivation of citizenship and unaccompanied asylum-seeking children housed in hotels. These reports stretch back as far as April 2023. You, the public, should have seen them. Delays in publishing will mean that the Home Office will claim that matters have moved on. While the reports will be published eventually, there will be no one to highlight key recommendations or provide a personal assessment to complement the evidence base of the reports. Continue reading... #Immigrationandasylum #Manstonasylumcentre #HomeOffice