... the proposal would have a devastating impact on states with a sizable undocumented immigrant population, ... accurate count means full Congressional representation for states. It also translates into billions in critical funding ... to Exclude Undocumented Immigrants from 2020 Census Data ...
July 23, 2020
Statement
Cairo Mendes, GCIR's Director of State & Local Programs, reflects on the listening tour that has informed our new state & local strategy.
July 19, 2023
Blog Post
The COVID-19 Response Fund for Forsyth County was established by a partnership between United Way of Forsyth County , The Winston-Salem Foundation , the City of Winston-Salem , Forsyth County , and Community Organizations Active in Disaster ...
May 4, 2020
Response Fund
... for nonprofit organizations that primarily serve Imperial County. Nonprofit organizations are able to apply for a ... Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation (IVWF) 2020 Imperial County COVID-19 Response Fund grant support, your ... sponsor. Serve vulnerable populations within Imperial County, especially those disproportionately impacted by ...
May 4, 2020
Response Fund
... of 300 people. I told them about coming to the United States, growing up undocumented, hiding under the bed as a ...
January 10, 2022
GCIR Staff Feature
April 15, 2020
Philanthropic News
Undocumented folks do not have the same safety nets provided to other members of our community. Many undocumented people work in jobs that are most vulnerable to exposure to the virus and the shutdown. There is already limited access to healthcare, so undocumented people should have the resources to be able to take care of themselves.
April 28, 2020
Response Fund
... to the Census form. According to self-response data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau from March 30 – ... households responding to the Census form compared to other states. The California Census Campaign is working with more ... local governments, Tribal Governments, K-12 schools, County Offices of Education, community-based organizations, ...
April 9, 2020
Blog Post
... the Census Bureau to continue collecting and processing data, which will lead to a more accurate count. “The ... extend the statutory delivery of redistricting data to the states to July 31, 2021 from March 31, 2021. Additionally, it ... National League of Cities, National Organization of Black County Officials, National Council of Nonprofits, National ...
September 15, 2020
Press Release
... helping immigrants lead dignified lives in Sonoma County and nationally while working to strengthen our ... also strengthening rural communities like those in Sonoma County. With every step I took in those powerful hallways, I ... helps strengthen community-based organizations in Sonoma County. That was a moment to use my power and hand him the ...
May 11, 2023
Blog Post
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced Friday he will use his emergency powers to create a $5 million forgivable loan program to help renters and small businesses affected by the economic fallout from the spread of COVID-19.
Unlike federal and state relief packages, families will be eligible for assistance regardless of their immigration or documentation status — offering a lifeline to thousands of people living in the city.
April 3, 2020
Response Fund
As we recognize National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, many of the essential workers who put food on our tables, keep us healthy, and care for our loved ones continue to be at risk of exploitation. Many foreign-born essential workers, particularly those on temporary worker visas or those lacking work authorization, are victims of wage theft or survivors of human trafficking with few options for leaving those abusive circumstances. Perpetrators traffic individuals into agriculture, restaurant, factory, construction, domestic, and other work, industries in which enforcement of labor protections needs vast improvement.
January 11, 2022
Issue Spotlight
... The Census Bureau temporarily suspended 2020 Census field data collection activities in March. Steps are already being ... June 1, 2020, in preparation for the resumption of field data collection operations as quickly as possible following ... 30, 2021, and redistricting data to be delivered to the states no later than July 31, 2021. ### U.S. Department of ...
April 13, 2020
Press Release
... moment for the right to seek asylum in the United States. While advocates continue to push for more inclusive ... announced it would end the policy, but several states immediately sued to block its termination. Since both ...
July 14, 2022
Issue Spotlight
... gains for immigrant communities, at the city and county levels: In Cape Cod, MA, a hardline proponent of mass ... significant affordable housing bond; and Voters in Howard County, MD rejected efforts to repeal the county’s status as a sanctuary county . And in state ballot ...
November 11, 2022
President's Message
... war, and violence to find safety within the United States. What had been proposed - raising the fear standard, ... the National Immigration Law Center issued a report - “ States Continue to Invest in the Health and Well-Being of ... at the state and local levels. Cities, counties, and states can often create more welcoming conditions than what ...
March 13, 2024
President's Message
Every day when Carmelita finishes her shift in the strawberry fields of California’s central coast, she sprays herself down with Lysol, takes off the handkerchief she uses to protect her face, and tucks it in a plastic bag before getting in her car. She’s the sole provider for her two young sons and can’t afford to miss a day on the job.
April 4, 2020
News Article
... and mailed self-responses will continue throughout the data collection process. In light of the COVID-19 ... to resume operations on a epidemiologically sound, data-driven basis, adhering to the latest Federal, State and ... start dates for selected operations and in selected states, consulting with appropriate officials. Information ...
May 7, 2020
Blog Post
... tool to deny would-be asylum seekers entry into the United States (a policy deemed unconstitutional by a federal ... asylum seekers will still make the journey to the United States for desperately needed protection, as observed by ...
May 11, 2023
Statement
... vulnerable," said Breed in a statement. In Contra Costa County, where Patricia lives, the Board of Supervisors will ... groups that serve undocumented and other residents, said county Supervisor John Gioia. “We are trying generally to ... Fund offers cash assistance to residents of Santa Clara County. While $11 million in contributions have currently run ...
March 31, 2020
News Article