By Mary Campbell | Editorial credit: sdx15 / shutterstock.com In a move that has sparked concerns over privacy and free speech, the Trump administration has proposed a policy that would require immigrants applying for green cards, citizenship, and other immigration benefits to disclose their social media handles. The policy, part of a broader immigration reform […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Introduction The question of “Who is an American?” has been central to the nation’s identity since its founding. From the Declaration of Independence, which proclaimed that “all men are created equal,” to modern debates about immigration, race, and national identity, the definition of who belongs in America has been contested and […]
By Pilar Marrero, Ethnic Media Services | Editorial credit: Andrew Leyden / shutterstock.com Which administration helped 3.5 million people complete the citizenship process, more than any other administration in history, issuing 4.3 million green cards for permanent residency? Which administration restored refugee admissions slashed by the previous president, expanding pathways for legal immigration to ease […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Joseph Sohm / Shutterstock.com Citizenship is one of the most valuable statuses an individual can acquire, offering legal protections, civic rights, and national belonging. In the United States, the primary routes to citizenship are birthright (jus soli), naturalization, and derivative citizenship. While birthright citizenship is conferred automatically to […]
Editorial credit: Consolidated News Photos / Shutterstock.com By Jordan Andrews | MSN President Biden called for a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants already in the US, including those who arrived during his administration. He emphasized the need for documentation and immigration reform, particularly for young DREAMers. Biden said, “Now, it doesn’t address everything I’d like […]
St Kitts and Nevis (“St Kitts”) launched its first citizenship by investment (“CBI”) program in 1984 for eligible individuals and their families to gain full legal citizenship of the country. On 27 July 2023, St Kitts government announced major changes affecting almost all aspects of their CBI program. Nonetheless, this program continues to offer investors […]
Thirteen immigrants from 12 different countries become new U.S. citizens in a special naturalization ceremony on Flag Day at the historic Betsy Ross House. – Philadelphia, PA / USA – June 14, 2019 (Shutterstock) WASHINGTON, DC — On the first full day of President Joe Biden’s term, FWD.us is launching a new ad that will run […]
The IJLEF acts to empower immigrants and protect them against proposals such as the Public Charge Rule
By IJLEF, Inc. Immigrating to the United States is a difficult task that raises many questions for immigrants who want to ensure their rights to stay in this country. If you’ve ever researched the legality of immigrating to the U.S. from any country, you may have asked yourself these questions: What is Unlawful Presence? What […]
Birth tourism is a major financial commitment as it costs between $25,000 and $60,000. Antenatal service in Maryland, USA for example, could cost as high as $3,500 depending on one’s country of origin. Compared to the cost of the same service in an average hospital in Africa, it’s almost 300 per cent higher.
By Africa News Tourism is a dynamic industry that grows everyday. Every year, new revenue sources are discovered by nations, and this includes exploration of newer forms of tourism. One of the old, yet recently discovered forms of tourism is birth tourism. Birth tourism is a form of tourism that involves a pregnant woman travelling […]