/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/Recent posts from News & Mediaen-usSun, 26 Jul 2026 11:44:08 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1800771/What is it like to experience a disaster as an immigrant? As the frequency of natural hazards increases due to climate change, immigrants are particularly vulnerable to the devastation that natural hazards bring. This episode explores what kinds of disaster relief immigrants have access to and barriers immigrants face when attempting to recover and rebuild after natural hazards strike.External ArticleFri, 13 Dec 2024 00:06:44 Im/migrant Lives Season 2 Episode 4: Im/migrant Well-Being During DisastersWhat is it like to experience a disaster as an immigrant? As the frequency of natural hazards increases due to climate change, immigrants are particularly vulnerable to the devastation that natural hazards bring. This episode explores what kinds of disaster relief immigrants have access to and barriers immigrants face when attempting to recover and rebuild after natural hazards strike.Im/Migrant Lives podcast graphic with people in profile in front of stained glasshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1800771/Podcast/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/the-health-costs-of-fear-article.aspx91社区's SB 1718, which mandates hospitals to inquire about immigration status, not only criminalizes aspects of immigrant life but also severely hampers access to healthcare. This policy creates a pervasive climate of fear, causing a significant number of immigrants to reconsider seeking necessary medical services. This hesitation, as revealed in a study conducted by researchers from the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center at the 91社区, highlights the broader public health risks and the strain on healthcare systems resulting from restricted healthcare access among immigrant populations.Liz Ventura MolinaWed, 13 Nov 2024 11:04:16 The Health Costs of Fear: Immigration Policy as a Barrier to Healthcare Access in 91社区91社区's SB 1718, which mandates hospitals to inquire about immigration status, not only criminalizes aspects of immigrant life but also severely hampers access to healthcare. This policy creates a pervasive climate of fear, causing a significant number of immigrants to reconsider seeking necessary medical services. This hesitation, as revealed in a study conducted by researchers from the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center at the 91社区, highlights the broader public health risks and the strain on healthcare systems resulting from restricted healthcare access among immigrant populations.Empty hospital waiting room/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/the-health-costs-of-fear-article.aspxPublications & Products/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/new-report-on-impacts-of-sb-1718.aspxA recent study from the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center at the 91社区 sheds light on the broad and significant effects of 91社区鈥檚 Senate Bill 1718 (SB 1718) on immigrant well-being. Conducted between May and July 2024, this research surveyed 466 immigrants and U.S.-born adult children of immigrants to understand the social, economic, and psychological impacts of the law. Findings indicate that SB 1718 has exacerbated issues such as job insecurity, financial strain, and barriers to healthcare access, while also intensifying psychological distress across immigrant communities. Importantly, the report highlights the spillover effects鈥攅ffects that go beyond the intended targets of the law鈥攆elt by U.S. citizen adult children of immigrants, who report increased anxiety and uncertainty.Dr. Elizabeth Aranda and Liz Ventura MolinaTue, 12 Nov 2024 16:22:25 New Report Reveals Wide-Reaching Impact of 91社区's SB 1718 on Immigrant Communities and BeyondA recent study from the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center at the 91社区 sheds light on the broad and significant effects of 91社区鈥檚 Senate Bill 1718 (SB 1718) on immigrant well-being. Conducted between May and July 2024, this research surveyed 466 immigrants and U.S.-born adult children of immigrants to understand the social, economic, and psychological impacts of the law. Findings indicate that SB 1718 has exacerbated issues such as job insecurity, financial strain, and barriers to healthcare access, while also intensifying psychological distress across immigrant communities. Importantly, the report highlights the spillover effects鈥攅ffects that go beyond the intended targets of the law鈥攆elt by U.S. citizen adult children of immigrants, who report increased anxiety and uncertainty.New Report on the effects of SB 1718 on immigrants' well-being. The pictures show the research team during data collection. /arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/new-report-on-impacts-of-sb-1718.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/op-ed-for-puerto-ricans-presidential-insults-open-wounds-of-colonialism.aspxDr. Elizabeth Aranda reflects on the incident at a Trump campaign rally where Puerto Rico was derogatorily described, exacerbating historical wounds of colonialism. The op-ed revisits Trump's disparaging comments and actions towards Puerto Rico, particularly during the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. Dr. Aranda discusses findings from a survey conducted on Puerto Ricans in the U.S., highlighting their perspectives on U.S. fiscal policies and the colonial status that restricts Puerto Rico's financial autonomy. The piece calls for a critical reassessment of U.S. policies towards Puerto Rico and advocates for meaningful policy changes in future administrations.Elizabeth ArandaMon, 04 Nov 2024 17:16:42 Op-Ed: For Puerto Ricans, Presidential Insults Open Wounds of ColonialismDr. Elizabeth Aranda reflects on the incident at a Trump campaign rally where Puerto Rico was derogatorily described, exacerbating historical wounds of colonialism. The op-ed revisits Trump's disparaging comments and actions towards Puerto Rico, particularly during the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. Dr. Aranda discusses findings from a survey conducted on Puerto Ricans in the U.S., highlighting their perspectives on U.S. fiscal policies and the colonial status that restricts Puerto Rico's financial autonomy. The piece calls for a critical reassessment of U.S. policies towards Puerto Rico and advocates for meaningful policy changes in future administrations.Puerto Rican Flag/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/op-ed-for-puerto-ricans-presidential-insults-open-wounds-of-colonialism.aspxPublications & Products/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/report-an-immigrant-well-being-analysis-of-the-presidential-candidates-immigration-policies.aspxWhere do the Presidential candidates stand on immigration policy? Immigration has been in the spotlight during the 2024 election season, with voters consistently ranking it among the most pressing issues as they prepare to cast their ballots on November 5th, 2024. With early voting underway and Election Day fast approaching, the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative shares the following analysis to provide an assessment of the proposed immigration policies supported by each candidate and their parties and their potential impacts on im/migrant well-being. This report was written by Thomas J. Rachko, Jr. and Liz Ventura Molina.Thomas J. Rachko, Jr. and Liz Ventura MolinaMon, 04 Nov 2024 00:05:08 Report: An Immigrant Well-Being Analysis of the Presidential Candidates Immigration PoliciesWhere do the Presidential candidates stand on immigration policy? Immigration has been in the spotlight during the 2024 election season, with voters consistently ranking it among the most pressing issues as they prepare to cast their ballots on November 5th, 2024. With early voting underway and Election Day fast approaching, the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative shares the following analysis to provide an assessment of the proposed immigration policies supported by each candidate and their parties and their potential impacts on im/migrant well-being. This report was written by Thomas J. Rachko, Jr. and Liz Ventura Molina.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/report-an-immigrant-well-being-analysis-of-the-presidential-candidates-immigration-policies.aspxPublications & Products/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/resilient-journeys-navigating-cultural-shock-and-identity-in-florida.aspxLast summer, doctoral student Viktoryia Sliaptsova from the Department of Sociology and Social Sciences, embarked on a pivotal study titled, 鈥淣ew 鈥楢mericans鈥� in 91社区: Culture Shock, Emotions, and Identity Dilemmas of Newcomer Immigrants and Refugees from Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine." Sponsored by the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, this research aims to uncover the intricate process of adaptation and identity negotiation faced by newly arrived immigrants and refugees as they begin their lives in 91社区.Viktoryia SliaptsovaMon, 28 Oct 2024 10:27:26 Resilient Journeys: Navigating Cultural Shock and Identity in 91社区Last summer, doctoral student Viktoryia Sliaptsova from the Department of Sociology and Social Sciences, embarked on a pivotal study titled, 鈥淣ew 鈥楢mericans鈥� in 91社区: Culture Shock, Emotions, and Identity Dilemmas of Newcomer Immigrants and Refugees from Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine." Sponsored by the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, this research aims to uncover the intricate process of adaptation and identity negotiation faced by newly arrived immigrants and refugees as they begin their lives in 91社区.91社区: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/resilient-journeys-navigating-cultural-shock-and-identity-in-florida.aspxPublications & Productshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1714963/Immigration has been a central issue in the 2024 presidential race, with candidates from both the Republican and Democratic parties proposing immigration policies that will inevitably affect im/migrant well-being. In this episode, we discuss some of the central pillars of both candidates鈥� proposed policies and based on past research, we analyze how these policies may impact im/migrant well-being.External ArticleTue, 22 Oct 2024 11:53:24 Im/migrant Lives Season 2 Episode 3: The 2024 Presidential Candidates鈥� Immigration Policies and Their Impact on Im/migrant Well-BeingImmigration has been a central issue in the 2024 presidential race, with candidates from both the Republican and Democratic parties proposing immigration policies that will inevitably affect im/migrant well-being. In this episode, we discuss some of the central pillars of both candidates鈥� proposed policies and based on past research, we analyze how these policies may impact im/migrant well-being.Im/Migrant Lives podcast graphic with people in profile in front of stained glasshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1714963/Podcasthttps://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/10/17/hurricane-helene-latinos-north-carolina/Dr. Elizabeth Aranda was recently interviewed and quoted in The Washington Post discussing the challenges that immigrant families face in receiving disaster aid. In the article, Dr. Aranda highlights the barriers due to immigration status and language, emphasizing the need for more accessible aid processes. Her insights help shed light on the struggles of marginalized communities during crisis situations.External ArticleThu, 17 Oct 2024 13:47:10 For these North Carolina families, disaster aid may never comeDr. Elizabeth Aranda was recently interviewed and quoted in The Washington Post discussing the challenges that immigrant families face in receiving disaster aid. In the article, Dr. Aranda highlights the barriers due to immigration status and language, emphasizing the need for more accessible aid processes. Her insights help shed light on the struggles of marginalized communities during crisis situations.91社区: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/10/17/hurricane-helene-latinos-north-carolina/Publications & Productshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0Pb5A8LMdwDr. Elizabeth Aranda was featured on WUSF's NPR affiliate radio show "91社区 Matters" to discuss the complexities of the immigration system in 91社区 and its wide-ranging impacts. The episode delved into the nuances of immigration law, community effects, and the experiences of diverse voices within the state. This insightful discussion aired amid heightened attention to immigration during the presidential election campaign and recent natural disasters impacting the region.External ArticleTue, 08 Oct 2024 14:07:12 91社区 Matters - Untangling the complicated issues of immigrationDr. Elizabeth Aranda was featured on WUSF's NPR affiliate radio show "91社区 Matters" to discuss the complexities of the immigration system in 91社区 and its wide-ranging impacts. The episode delved into the nuances of immigration law, community effects, and the experiences of diverse voices within the state. This insightful discussion aired amid heightened attention to immigration during the presidential election campaign and recent natural disasters impacting the region.91社区: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0Pb5A8LMdwPublications & Productshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1662106/In contrast to the criminal justice system, immigrants who come before a judge in civil immigration court are not guaranteed the right to legal representation should they be unable to afford it, yet in some cases they face consequences as severe as those applied in criminal cases. In this episode, we discuss whether immigrants facing detention and deportation should have access to the right to counsel by evaluating some of the research on the consequences of lacking legal representation and potential policy solutions.External ArticleWed, 18 Sep 2024 11:11:44 Im/migrant Lives Season 2 Episode 2: Immigrants and the Right to Legal RepresentationIn contrast to the criminal justice system, immigrants who come before a judge in civil immigration court are not guaranteed the right to legal representation should they be unable to afford it, yet in some cases they face consequences as severe as those applied in criminal cases. In this episode, we discuss whether immigrants facing detention and deportation should have access to the right to counsel by evaluating some of the research on the consequences of lacking legal representation and potential policy solutions.Eliza Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1662106/Podcast/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-elizabeth-aranda-receives-2024-award-for-public-sociology-in-international-migration.aspxThis award recognizes the work of an IM section member who addresses immigration and related issues in ways that apply scholarly knowledge directly in public work, generates such knowledge for public use, or otherwise contributes to improving the lives of migrants or refugees.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 11:43:05 Dr. Elizabeth Aranda receives 2024 Award for Public Sociology in International MigrationThis award recognizes the work of an IM section member who addresses immigration and related issues in ways that apply scholarly knowledge directly in public work, generates such knowledge for public use, or otherwise contributes to improving the lives of migrants or refugees.Elizabeth Aranda/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-elizabeth-aranda-receives-2024-award-for-public-sociology-in-international-migration.aspxResearchhttps://www.wusf.org/courts-law/2024-08-29/florida-undocumented-community-new-laws-intensify-harsh-reality?utm_source=Stay+Connected+with+WUSF%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_campaign=b0ec24093b-wake_up_call_2024_08_29_ga%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_medium=email%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_term=0_-2ec355dbef-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D%26amp;amp;amp;amp;mc_cid=b0ec24093bArticle discusses the impact of a new slate of immigration laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, particularly on undocumented immigrants. Dr. Elizabeth Aranda highlights the findings of a forthcoming survey conducted by the IWRC, which reveal how these policies have exacerbated family separation and increased psychological distress within immigrant communities. The center鈥檚 research reveals the far-reaching consequences of these policies, as many families struggle with heightened emotional and economic pressures.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 01:40:38 New laws intensify harsh reality for 91社区's undocumented communityArticle discusses the impact of a new slate of immigration laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, particularly on undocumented immigrants. Dr. Elizabeth Aranda highlights the findings of a forthcoming survey conducted by the IWRC, which reveal how these policies have exacerbated family separation and increased psychological distress within immigrant communities. The center鈥檚 research reveals the far-reaching consequences of these policies, as many families struggle with heightened emotional and economic pressures.A mother of four looks out the window from her apartment, Aug. 24, 2023, in Homestead. The Honduran native worked as a house painter shortly after arriving in the U.S. in 2021. Fear has forced many undocumented workers to leave the state following a new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.https://www.wusf.org/courts-law/2024-08-29/florida-undocumented-community-new-laws-intensify-harsh-reality?utm_source=Stay+Connected+with+WUSF%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_campaign=b0ec24093b-wake_up_call_2024_08_29_ga%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_medium=email%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_term=0_-2ec355dbef-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D%26amp;amp;amp;amp;mc_cid=b0ec24093bPolicy Analysishttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1612074/91社区鈥檚 SB 1718, a law that criminalized many aspects of life as an immigrant, passed in the 91社区 legislature and was signed into law in 2023. One year later, how have immigrants responded to this law, and what are the effects and implications for the state of 91社区? In this episode, we will discuss SB 1718鈥檚 effects on immigrants鈥� lives and in their communities.External ArticleWed, 14 Aug 2024 11:53:24 Im/migrant Lives Season 2 Episode 1: 91社区鈥檚 SB 1718: One Year Later91社区鈥檚 SB 1718, a law that criminalized many aspects of life as an immigrant, passed in the 91社区 legislature and was signed into law in 2023. One year later, how have immigrants responded to this law, and what are the effects and implications for the state of 91社区? In this episode, we will discuss SB 1718鈥檚 effects on immigrants鈥� lives and in their communities.Elizabeth Aranda interviewing guests for the podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1612074/Podcasthttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/1369183X.2024.2388825Publication in Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, August, 1鈥�18. Casta帽eda, Heide, and Amine Bit. 2024. This article examines the experiences of Amazigh immigrants (plural: Imazighen) and how they negotiate ethnoracial hierarchies in the United States. Imazighen are Indigenous peoples from North Africa; upon arrival to the U.S., they are confronted with ethnoracial categories into which they don鈥檛 fit neatly, particularly due to their Indigenous status.External ArticleSun, 11 Aug 2024 14:41:57 Do I Really Need to Check That Box?鈥� Ethnoracial Ambiguity Among Indigenous North Africans in the United StatesPublication in Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, August, 1鈥�18. Casta帽eda, Heide, and Amine Bit. 2024. This article examines the experiences of Amazigh immigrants (plural: Imazighen) and how they negotiate ethnoracial hierarchies in the United States. Imazighen are Indigenous peoples from North Africa; upon arrival to the U.S., they are confronted with ethnoracial categories into which they don鈥檛 fit neatly, particularly due to their Indigenous status.News placeholder graphic - laptop displaying News pagehttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/1369183X.2024.2388825Publications & Productshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1498901/Opponents of immigration often link immigration to crime, and rhetoric in the media has casted immigrants as criminals, leading some public officials to propose greater immigration control as a mechanism to reduce crime. This episode examines the relationship between immigration and crime to debunk the many myths circulating in the media about immigrants to the U.S.External ArticleWed, 29 May 2024 00:44:06 Im/migrant Lives Season 1 Episode 5: Unpacking the relationship between immigration and crimeOpponents of immigration often link immigration to crime, and rhetoric in the media has casted immigrants as criminals, leading some public officials to propose greater immigration control as a mechanism to reduce crime. This episode examines the relationship between immigration and crime to debunk the many myths circulating in the media about immigrants to the U.S.Elizabeth Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1498901/Podcasthttps://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2024/05/24/florida-migrants-families-are-stressed-anxious-heres-why/IWRC was quoted in article that discusses the concept of "normalized expendability," a term coined in a study led by Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, which explores how immigrant communities were excluded from pandemic relief despite their critical role as frontline workers. This exclusion has had lasting effects on their social and economic well-being. The article highlights the ongoing mental health challenges and stress faced by immigrant families, particularly those affected by policies like DACA and recent immigration legislation in 91社区.External ArticleFri, 24 May 2024 14:13:28 In 91社区, migrants鈥� families are stressed and anxious. Here鈥檚 why.IWRC was quoted in article that discusses the concept of "normalized expendability," a term coined in a study led by Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, which explores how immigrant communities were excluded from pandemic relief despite their critical role as frontline workers. This exclusion has had lasting effects on their social and economic well-being. The article highlights the ongoing mental health challenges and stress faced by immigrant families, particularly those affected by policies like DACA and recent immigration legislation in 91社区.Gabriela Ibarra joins her daughters Kathy Camacho and Ashley Cruz as they listen to speakers at the "Freedom For All" rally against bills passed by the 91社区 Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis while protesting in Homestead on July 1, 2023. [ AL DIAZ/ADIAZ@MIAMIHERALD.COM | Miami Herald ]https://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2024/05/24/florida-migrants-families-are-stressed-anxious-heres-why/Policy Analysishttps://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/austin/news/2024/04/26/cuban-immigration-increaseDr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in Spectrum News. In the interview, she discusses the unprecedented wave of Cuban immigration to 91社区, noting that while many Cubans migrate by land through new routes like Nicaragua, sea crossings still occur. She highlights that Tampa has become the second-largest hub for Cuban migrants in 91社区, after South 91社区. Dr. Aranda provids expert insight into the political and economic factors driving this migration, including Cuba鈥檚 enduring dictatorship and policy changes that have facilitated migration to the U.S.External ArticleSat, 27 Apr 2024 14:21:13 Breaking down South 91社区's record Cuban immigration numbersDr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in Spectrum News. In the interview, she discusses the unprecedented wave of Cuban immigration to 91社区, noting that while many Cubans migrate by land through new routes like Nicaragua, sea crossings still occur. She highlights that Tampa has become the second-largest hub for Cuban migrants in 91社区, after South 91社区. Dr. Aranda provids expert insight into the political and economic factors driving this migration, including Cuba鈥檚 enduring dictatorship and policy changes that have facilitated migration to the U.S.Father and son duo Roberto Pizano (left) and Rafael Pizano use their voices to advocate for Cuban immigrants in south 91社区. (Spectrum News/Lizbeth Gutierrez)https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/austin/news/2024/04/26/cuban-immigration-increasePolicy Analysis/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/mental-health-the-silent-crisis-among-immigrants-in-the-united-states-internal.aspxIn this blog post, Liz Ventura, MPH, CPH, Research Associate at the Center, delves into the mental health challenges faced by immigrants, exacerbated by structural barriers, including restrictive immigration policies and socio-economic inequities. Drawing from her personal experiences and academic research, she highlights the underutilization of mental health services within immigrant communities and the need for culturally sensitive care and policy reforms to address these disparities. The blog advocates for a holistic approach to mental health that integrates community support and empathetic public health strategies.Liz Ventura MolinaMon, 15 Apr 2024 10:04:23 Mental Health: The Silent Crisis Among Immigrants in the United StatesIn this blog post, Liz Ventura, MPH, CPH, Research Associate at the Center, delves into the mental health challenges faced by immigrants, exacerbated by structural barriers, including restrictive immigration policies and socio-economic inequities. Drawing from her personal experiences and academic research, she highlights the underutilization of mental health services within immigrant communities and the need for culturally sensitive care and policy reforms to address these disparities. The blog advocates for a holistic approach to mental health that integrates community support and empathetic public health strategies.Patient and Doctor/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/mental-health-the-silent-crisis-among-immigrants-in-the-united-states-internal.aspxPublications & Productshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1406456/In recent decades security at the US Southern border has increased to stop the arrivals of immigrants and refugees. This episode examines how border security, specifically the presence of the border wall in Arizona communities and Customs and Border Patrol鈥檚 practice of screening residents at border checkpoints, affects the Latino/a/x population of young adults in the region. We will discuss racial profiling practices, how they impact human rights, and how they erode residents鈥欌�攊ncluding US citizens鈥欌�攕ense of belonging to the nation.External ArticleMon, 25 Mar 2024 00:44:06 Im/migrant Lives Season 1 Episode 4: Security at the border and racial profilingIn recent decades security at the US Southern border has increased to stop the arrivals of immigrants and refugees. This episode examines how border security, specifically the presence of the border wall in Arizona communities and Customs and Border Patrol鈥檚 practice of screening residents at border checkpoints, affects the Latino/a/x population of young adults in the region. We will discuss racial profiling practices, how they impact human rights, and how they erode residents鈥欌�攊ncluding US citizens鈥欌�攕ense of belonging to the nation.Elizabeth Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1406456/Podcasthttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/00027642241229538Publication in American Behavioral Scientist. Aranda, Elizabeth, Elizabeth Vaquera, Heide Casta帽eda, and Melanie Escue. 2024. This study uses longitudinal qualitative data to explore how undocumented immigrants in 91社区 navigated the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings reveal how legal violence, compounded vulnerability, and exclusion from pandemic aid disproportionately affected immigrants working on the frontlines. The research demonstrates how policies normalizing unequal treatment led to heightened risks for these communities, exacerbating their economic and social marginalization.External ArticleTue, 06 Feb 2024 14:37:19 Normalized Expendability: Navigating Immigrant Legal Status during a Global PandemicPublication in American Behavioral Scientist. Aranda, Elizabeth, Elizabeth Vaquera, Heide Casta帽eda, and Melanie Escue. 2024. This study uses longitudinal qualitative data to explore how undocumented immigrants in 91社区 navigated the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings reveal how legal violence, compounded vulnerability, and exclusion from pandemic aid disproportionately affected immigrants working on the frontlines. The research demonstrates how policies normalizing unequal treatment led to heightened risks for these communities, exacerbating their economic and social marginalization.News placeholder graphic - laptop displaying News pagehttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/00027642241229538Publications & Products/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-podcast-immigrant-lives-highlights-impact-of-public-policy-and-community-organizations-on-immigrant-communities.aspxThe Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center鈥檚 new podcast features thought leaders and scholars and seeks to inform the public about how policies and community organizations can solve the most pressing problems facing im/migrant communities.External ArticleThu, 25 Jan 2024 14:50:16 New podcast 鈥淚m/migrant Lives鈥� highlights impact of public policy and community organizations on im/migrant communitiesThe Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center鈥檚 new podcast features thought leaders and scholars and seeks to inform the public about how policies and community organizations can solve the most pressing problems facing im/migrant communities.From left: Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, Dr. Heide Casta帽eda, and Nanci Palacios record episode 1 of the 鈥淚m/migrant Lives鈥� podcast. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-podcast-immigrant-lives-highlights-impact-of-public-policy-and-community-organizations-on-immigrant-communities.aspxResearchhttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1314228/The right to seek asylum is protected under US federal law and the right to seek safety from persecution is backed by international law. Despite this, as immigrants and asylum seekers cross into the United States along the US-Mexico border, Congressional Representatives are negotiating changes to the US asylum system to slow the flow of migrants into the US. In this episode, we discuss the impact of these proposals and how the US asylum system could be revamped to ensure that a humanitarian approach guides changes to the asylum system.External ArticleWed, 24 Jan 2024 00:44:06 Im/migrant Lives Season 1 Episode 3: Revamping AsylumThe right to seek asylum is protected under US federal law and the right to seek safety from persecution is backed by international law. Despite this, as immigrants and asylum seekers cross into the United States along the US-Mexico border, Congressional Representatives are negotiating changes to the US asylum system to slow the flow of migrants into the US. In this episode, we discuss the impact of these proposals and how the US asylum system could be revamped to ensure that a humanitarian approach guides changes to the asylum system.Elizabeth Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1314228/Podcasthttps://www.politifact.com/article/2024/jan/17/ask-politifact-what-branch-of-government-is-really/Dr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in an article by the Poynter Institute鈥檚 Politifact. Dr. Aranda highlights that while all three branches of government are involved in immigration policy, Congress holds the greatest responsibility due to its failure to update immigration laws since the 1990s. She pointed out that the lack of legal pathways for immigrants has contributed to the ongoing challenges at the border.External ArticleWed, 17 Jan 2024 14:25:55 Ask PolitiFact: What branch of government is 鈥榬eally鈥� responsible for the crisis at the border?Dr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in an article by the Poynter Institute鈥檚 Politifact. Dr. Aranda highlights that while all three branches of government are involved in immigration policy, Congress holds the greatest responsibility due to its failure to update immigration laws since the 1990s. She pointed out that the lack of legal pathways for immigrants has contributed to the ongoing challenges at the border.News placeholder graphic - laptop displaying News pagehttps://www.politifact.com/article/2024/jan/17/ask-politifact-what-branch-of-government-is-really/Policy Analysis