We are excited to share these additional resources that are current as of April 13, 2020; please keep in mind that information and resources change rapidly. For the most up-to-date information visit the Undocumented Student Resource Page on the Chancellor's Website.
DACA Renewals Funding:
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has received additional funding to continue to support individuals with their DACA renewal fees. As a reminder, the funding covers the $495 DACA renewal application fee for income-eligible California residents. You can find a list of eligible legal service providers here.
Protections for tenants
On April 7, 2020, following the Judicial Council of California's emergency meeting, California Attorney General Xavier Becerra issued updated guidance to California tenants, encouraging them to learn about their rights if they will not be able to pay their full rent as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Attorney General encourages tenants to learn about their rights under the state Judicial Council’s April 6 emergency eviction rule, which expanded the statewide protections previously put in place by Governor Gavin Newsom’s executive order at the end of March. For the full press release please visit the Attorney General's website.
California Immigrant Policy Center
The California Immigrant Policy Center compiled this guide to help connect immigrants to the assistance they may need during this crisis. They will continue to update this resource as new information becomes available.
Immigrants Rising Resources:
Immigrants Rising has developed a list of resources to help undocumented individuals and allies. The list of resources is a live document that is updated daily. Immigrants Rising’s will also be hosting virtual Wellness Gatherings to help undocumented young people stay grounded and connected to one another on Wednesdays & Sundays from 5-6 PM.
The National Immigration Law Center
The National Immigration Law Center held three separate webinars this week, covering federal responses to COVID-19’s impact on immigrants and how states and localities are filling in the gaps:
1. Tuesday, April 14 (1:00-2:00 PM) Safe and Accessible: Public Charge, Safe Spaces in Health Care Centers, and Immigrants’ Access to Health Care.
2. Wednesday, April 15 (10:30 AM-12:00 PM) Workers’ Rights: Critical Labor Protections for Immigrant Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
3. Thursday, April 16 (10-11:30 AM) Equal Opportunities to Thrive: Rebates, Taxes/SSN/ITIN, Food Security, and Access to Food Programs. P
If you are unable to attend live, they are posted on their Facebook page.
The Presidents Alliance on Higher Education
The Presidents Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration will be hosting a webinar, COVID-19 Crisis and the Impact on Undocumented/DACA Students and Their Families: What Campus Leaders Need to Know, on Monday, April 27, at 2 PM. You can find panelist information as well as registration information here.
Help share the COVID-19 Student Survey
The Foundation for California Community Colleges understands that students are experiencing significant challenges as a result of COVID-19. The Foundation is asking students affiliated with the Foundation to complete a short survey and provide a platform for them to share out their stories to help in identifying what resources are available or still needed. Students can complete the survey by clicking here.
