With the many holidays that are approaching us, many families may feel a sense of disconnect as the rapid changes in society have greatly affected the ways in which we celebrate our cultural traditions and pride. Most traditions involve a sense of family togetherness and support through dinners, religious activities, rites of passage, and much […]
For many children who live in a primarily undocumented household, it may feel as though they are at a disadvantage because of their background and having to constantly fear being separated from their families. It is because of these fears and concepts being relayed onto them, that they may feel as though they cannot participate […]
In our ever-evolving news cycle, we often hear negative stories regarding immigration policies or possible changes to different laws and legislations that can be very impactful on our most vulnerable groups such as undocumented individuals and DACA students. Especially as we enter the election season, this can cause a great deal of stress and anxiety […]
As we have found ourselves as a society dealing with loss, grief, and difficult times generally, it is important to reflect and process these emotions as part of maintaining our mental health and coming to terms with acceptance. For many, the journey to healing when faced with loss is the confusion and questioning of the […]
After making the journey to the United States and preparing to make the most out of the new life that waits ahead, there lies in the difficulty of finding a job to support one’s family as an undocumented immigrant. In addition to other struggles such as acculturation, language barriers, and the fear of deportation or […]
Going through the different stages of one’s academic career is a period of growth and development in all areas. However, for many young DACA recipients, the road beyond this journey of self-discovery is one that will harbor unique obstacles to come. With most immigrants and undocumented individuals, the fear of deportation and exposed legal status […]
The developmental stress and transition that comes with the various stages of adolescence and young adulthood can be a confusing and difficult process for anyone navigating the trials and tribulations that accompany it. For DACA students, this journey to finding yourself and establishing personal goals intensifies greatly in magnitude as they face unique cultural barriers […]
The life of the average immigrant and undocumented individual is anything but easy or average as the transition to a new culture and country can bring many challenges and obstacles. Among the many dilemmas faced, one of the most prevalent and overlooked issues among this community is the lack of treatment and diagnosis of mental […]
COVID-19 struggles are not exclusive to any group or individual, this is a virus that affects everyone regardless of race, gender, age, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. The same extends out to the anxiousness and mentally draining emotions that this pandemic has brought out amongst our most vulnerable groups, specifically immigrants and DACA students. With pauses […]
What had originally started as a few cases in parts of the world, to becoming an ongoing phenomenon, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the functioning of our society. For those who have started their post-migration life in the United States, this means much more, as there is now a larger reliance on those in the […]
