Community Advisories

California Immigrant Guide
This guide features services that help immigrants thrive and succeed in their paths towards integration. Immigrants seeking help with English language learning, workforce skill development, naturalization preparation or legal assistance, can find information on available services throughout the state.


NICL: About DACA and Employment (9/7/2017)
On September 5, 2017, the Trump administration announced an end to the DACA program by rescinding the 2012 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program created under President Obama. This means that...


NILC: Top 5 Things to Know About the Announcement That DACA Is Ending (9/5/2017)
On September 5, 2017, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, on behalf of the entire Trump administration, announced the end of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Here are the top five things to know about his announcement.


Managing Your Social Media Presence (4/3/2017)
Here are some ways that immigration agents can use monitoring of your social media presence against you and how to reduce risk.


NICL: Recommendations Regarding Nationwide ICE Raids (2/27/2017)
There have been numerous reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) arresting people across the United States. What do immigrants, friends and allies, and elected officials need to know?


UCOP Financial Aid Talking Points For Undocumented AB 540 Students (11/9/2016)
AB 540 status is authorized in state law, so it s not directly affected by the outcome of the recent election. Support for the AB 540 law remains strong t the University of California and among California policy makers.


UnitedWeDream: 5 Important Things You Need To Know About DACA (10/11/2016)
There is no doubt that we’re in a difficult moment. Below is our best thinking on how to move forward if you have DACA.


NILC: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS (10/10/2016)
If you find you have to deal with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or other law enforcement officers at home, on the street, or anywhere else, remember that you have the rights described in this factsheet. The factsheet also provides suggestions for what you should do to assert your rights.