DACA

We hope to provide information to those unaware of the situation. We hope to provide additional information and support to DACA recipients.

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There are many immigrants that migrate to the U.S. in hopes of a chance to live the American dream. These individuals are simply looking for a better future for themselves and their children. There were more than 44.5 million immigrants in the U.S. in 2017 (Panjwani, 2019, p.91). Around 2.1 million of the undocumented population entered the country as children (Roth, 2018, p.2538). Many of these children and young people grow up as Americans and identify themselves as Americans. Many will speak two languages: their native language and English. Some may even only speak English. These individuals sometimes have no memory or connection with their country of origin. Under current immigration law, most of these young people had no way to gain legal residency even though they have lived in the U.S. most of their lives.