The CFA Immigration Task Force was established in early 2017 as a response to the political climate at that time, which called to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy and threatened to deport our students and their families. CFA advocates came together to discuss and identify campus and systemwide efforts to defend the rights of our documented and undocumented students, staff, faculty, and their families. As a result of those discussions, this group was established. One of the projects we created was to research what were the local campus-based services and organizations working with DACA and other immigrant students. At the time this information was not shared systemwide and some campuses had extremely limited or non-existent resources. This effort included attempting to identify vital campus programs and resources that serve and make the college experience easier for undocumented students. While this information is constantly changing, we hope individuals can connect with organizations that actively serve this population on their local CSU campuses. Today, our union recognizes the impact the outcome of the election may have on our students, staff, faculty, and their families given the harmful rhetoric espoused during the presidential election. We want to assure everyone that we will continue to fight and advocate for the rights, dignity, and success of our undocumented students, staff, faculty and their families. We remain dedicated to our fight to ensure our CSU campuses remain safe spaces for all. This moment calls for all of us to unify around the core values of respect, opportunity, and social justice for all. We will continue to push against policies and actions that separate families or undermine the rights of our undocumented students and their families. We will continue to work with our state leaders to find solutions that protect the rights, safety, and well-being of our communities.
Special Note: This information is intended for general information and should not serve as legal advice.
We Have Rights/Tenemos Derechos
An empowerment campaign to prepare for and safely defend our rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE). Click here to view the video
The ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union) remains a champion of segments of the population who have traditionally been denied their rights, with much of their work today focused on equality for people of color, women, gay and transgender people, prisoners, immigrants, and people with disabilities. In addition, the ACLU dares to create a more perfect union — beyond one person, party, or side. Our mission is to realize this promise of the United States Constitution for all and expand the reach of its guarantees.
CHIRLA (Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles) was founded in 1986 to advance the human and civil rights of immigrants and refugees. CHIRLA became a place for organizations and people who support human rights to work together for policies that advance justice and full inclusion for all immigrants.
iAmerica – iAmerica is the national immigrant justice campaign platform of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). SEIU is empowering dreams and igniting change by advocating for the rights of all American families
IMMIGRANT LEGAL RESOURCE CENTER – Working with and educating immigrants, community organizations, and the legal sector to help build a democratic society that values diversity and the rights of all people
ILRC Step-by-Step Family Preparedness Plan – Every family should consider having a Family Preparedness Plan in case of an emergency. It is important for all immigrant families to think ahead and set more concrete plans for immigration emergencies that can arise during this current climate.
AFT, UWD, NILC, CLASP: Protecting our Students: Toolkit AFT, UWD, NILC, CLASP: Protecting our Students: Toolkit with KYR information for students and families; KYR cards in English and Spanish; recommendations for educators and staff to protect undocumented students and their families; and information on creating an emergency plan.
CSU University Counseling Services
Each CSU campus offers University Counseling Services (UCS) that are ready to support any student experiencing emotional or psychological distress due to the current anti-immigration climate. Students are encouraged to contact your campus counseling center for assistance. Please visit the CSU Campus Mental Health & Counseling Services Websites to find this information for your specific CSU campus.
CSU University Counseling Services also provides Flutter: Undocumented Student Support Group. This support group focuses on undocumented and mixed status students by creating a safe and confidential space to share experiences and connect with peers around the experiences of being undocumented or mixed status.
CSU Scholarships – According to the CSU website all eligible CSU students may apply for scholarships administered by their campus, as well as systemwide CSU scholarships. Scholarships provide funding that does not have to be repaid. Students may be required to meet certain academic and enrollment criteria to be eligible for specific scholarships.
Students are encouraged to check the website(s) of the financial aid office(s) of their specific campus for more information about campus-specific scholarships.
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