[VIDEO] What Did President Obama Announce On Immigration? Do You Qualify?

On Nov. 20 President Obama announced that he was going to grant relief for nearly 5 million people. But what does that mean and how does this impact you? Do you or someone you know qualify? Share this to spread the word.

Dr. Cornel West Responds to Obama’s Immigration Action

On Thursday, November 20, 2014, President Obama announced steps he will take on his own regarding immigration: Nearly 5 million undocumented people will finally be able to come forward, be protected from deportation, work legally and live without fear. Following Obama’s Thursday night immigration action announcement, Dr. Cornell West responded with the following statement: “It’s […]

Democrats Lose, Relief for the Immigrant Community is Overdue

An Open letter to Michelle Obama – What Our Parents Deserve

Dear Michelle, Today we write to you as two sisters, two daughters, who, like Malia and Sasha, love their mom and depend on her for guidance, support, and love. Still, we live in a very different world than your daughters. Our family emigrated from Brazil in 1998 and settled in Connecticut. Yes –you’ll be here […]

My First Visit to Mexico After 11 Long Years

It had been eleven years since I had set foot in the country that gave birth to my roots and traditions. Upon receiving news about my advanced parole, I broke down knowing that I’d be able to go home. The trip to Mexico was once I dreamt of taking and this dream was finally becoming […]

The Country Takes to the Street and Urges Relief for Families!

Last week, the nation took to the streets during our National Week of Action to Protect Families. All across the country UWD leaders held events sending a clear message to President Obama & Democrats: Families should always come before politics, we need relief NOW! #NoMoreDelays

5 Things You Should Know About Trans & Queers in Detention.

The Queer Undocumented Immigrant Project, a program of United We Dream, is committed to a #BoldBroadInclusive effort for the President to act on behalf of all immigrant communities. Detention and deportations are a harm the entire community, and this is especially true for those who fall under the Risk Classification Assessment (RCA), which include pregnant […]

17 Powerful Photos of Courageous Immigrant Women Demanding Relief for Their Families Outside Democratic Conference

Published: Sept 20, 2014 Eight brave mothers & Dreamers protest President Obama’s decision to delay protection from deportation, which leaves millions of families in threat of separation, and demand relief for families. Video: Yash Mori | United We Dream 1. “I am here today fighting for my students so they don’t have to live with […]

UndocU: Basic Rules & Vocabulary for Applying to College as an Undocumented Student

As the very first episode of UndocU, you gots to know the WORDS… ALL THE WORDS! Otherwise, you won’t know what the we are talking about. So in this episode our lovely hosts Sheridan & Chantal go over the basic rules and vocabulary for undocumented students applying to college. Please be sure to LIKE College […]

Are you ready for college? Eight tips to prepare.

It’s that time of year again. Students are heading back to school, both excited and nervous to see what the new year brings. This is especially true for all of our brothers and sisters who are the first in their family to attend college, are undocumented, are low income and or have never lived away […]

Immigration Action Is Coming, Rep. Gutiérrez Says #GoBigObama

SIGN PETITION: President Obama, Go Big On Immigration! SIGN PETITION: President Obama, Go Big On Immigration! On June 30, President Obama stood in the Rose Garden and told our community that he was set to act now, that in his own words, ‘I expect [the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice’s] recommendations […]

Paul Ryan confronted by Dreamers AGAIN over his vote to end DACA. Ryan hides behind locked door.

SIGN PETITION SIGN PETITION The Republican Party is continuing to cement their “deport-them-all” brand. After obstructing movement on federal immigration reform, they voted to defund the successful Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals policy and to deport Dreamers. This summer, they’re having trouble owning their actions and are hiding from Dreamers. Last night, Congressman Paul Ryan […]

This mother was forced to send her children 2,000 miles away. The reason why will break your heart.

SIGN: I Stand With Refugee Children SIGN: I Stand With Refugee Children After receiving threats promising the kidnapping and killing of her two sons, Sofía was forced to send the boys to the U.S. to live with their father. Even so, the heartbroken mother is still being threatened – this time with the loss of […]

BREAKING: After calling for the deportation of immigrant youth, Marco Rubio confronted by Dreamers at Fundraiser

SIGN PETITION SIGN PETITION United We Dream leaders with United We Dream: Tampa Bay and the Dream Organizing Network traveled from Florida to South Carolina to send Senator Rubio a clear message, keep your hands off our DACA. As a DACA-mented Dreamer from Florida, I’m insulted by Sen. Marco Rubio’s recent attacks on Deferred Action, […]

BREAKING: Dreamers confront Paul Ryan over vote to end DACA; Ryan Ignores Them and Calls Police.

Just a few hours ago, Congressman Paul Ryan was confronted at his book signing by Dreamers where they asked “Do you want to take away DACA and deport me?” Congressman Ryan ignored them and they were escorted out by police. Last month, Congressman Paul Ryan and a majority of other House Republicans voted to defund […]