On September 5th, President Donald Trump rescinded the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, also known as DACA. Instituted by President Barack Obama in 2012, DACA allowed 800,000 immigrant youth to live, work and remain in the United States without the constant fear of deportation. The program has transformed the lives of young people, including thousands of Black immigrants, bringing stability, along with economic and educational opportunities to marginalized families and communities. There are also reports that ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) is planning nationwide raids from September 16th – 21st, in an effort to arrest and deport up to 8,000 undocumented persons. EDN is here to provide you with the necessary resources to know your rights, and protect yourself. There are numerous organizations in our area providing FREE and immediate support to help DACA recipients renew their status, and answer any immigration related questions you may have. In addition to the schedule of DACA Renewal clinics below, visit our Resources page to find organizations and attorneys that can help you with your immigration needs.
