Policy Update - 5/8/15
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It's a fast-moving and exciting time in immigration policy. Learn about the latest policy updates affecting immigrant communities across the country, our state and our local community.
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SIREN Spotlight: Mayela Razo - Taking Action for Social Change
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Four years ago, Mayela learned about the SIREN leadership development program though Daniel Lairon Elementary School, where her son was a student. She became involved through a leadership training that was offered and, thanks to that course, was able to better understand her rights as an immigrant and learned how she could organize her community.
Read More10 Things You Must Know About Citizenship
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Cost and the English language requirement are some of the biggest obstacles for immigrants looking to apply for citizenship. But did you know that there are fee waivers and exemptions to the language requirement? Find out what you need to know about applying for citizenship and the many benefits that come along with it!
Read MoreJoin Silicon Valley Gives in Supporting SIREN!
/SIREN is delighted to celebrate a year of amazing victories serving the immigrant community by participating in SV Gives on Tuesday, May 5th and we need your support. SVGives is a full 24 hours dedicated to raising money for nonprofit groups (like SIREN) through a single online donation platform hosted by the Silicon Valley Community Foundation.
Read MoreVolunteers Needed for Citizenship Workshops in San Jose and Daly City
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We are looking for attorneys, BIA representatives, paralegals, law students, college students, high school students and community members with all levels of experience to help and volunteer in our upcoming Citizenship Workshops on Saturday, March 28 in San Jose and Saturday, April 11 in Daly City.
Read MorePolicy Update - 2/26/15
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Learn about the latest policy updates affecting immigrant communities across the country, our state and our local community.
Read MoreApply for Citizenship Now! Visit Our FREE Weekly Clinic
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Are you ready to become an American Citizen? Come to our office on any Thursday for a free legal consultation. We also offer legal services in the following areas: Citizenship, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Family Immigration, Green Card Renewals, Work Permits, Citizenship for Minors, FBI Background Checks… and MORE! No appointment necessary, our immigration specialists will see clients on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Press Release: Santa Clara County Immigrant Rights Groups Are Confident U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Will Reject Politically-Motivated Lawsuit by Anti-Immigrant Politicians
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Texas Circuit Court Judge Rules Against Immigrant Families. Undeterred by the political attacks, Santa Clara County immigrants continue to prepare for new immigration programs and will fight on for a path to citizenship.
Read MoreSIREN Spotlight: Maria Cruz Cruises Safely Thanks to Her AB 60 Driver License
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Maria Cruz walked into her first SIREN leadership development meeting last spring, unacquainted with other members in her community and not up-to-date on policy issues affecting immigrants like herself and her family. However, on January 6 of this year, Maria walked confidently into the San Jose DMV office ready to apply and test for a California driver license.
Read MoreOur Mobile Legal Clinic is Coming to a Library Near You
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In a partnership with the San Jose Public Library, SIREN will provide free legal consultations on the fourth Thursday of the month at a different public library in San Jose. We can help read documents, check for eligibility for immigration benefits, and explain the immigration process and how to navigate it. Drop-ins are welcome. First come first serve. Find out when we'll be at a library near you!
Read MoreImportant Voter Dates and Information
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SIREN is encouraging you, your family and friends to vote and be a decisionmaker on some critical issues affecting communities in Silicon Valley, our state and nation.
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