East Harlem, USA Born in Mother Cabrini hospital New York, NY. First 2 years of life lived on West 103rd Street. At the age of…
The race was intense and heated during the last few months of campaigning for the US presidency in 2024. Trump and his minions were spewing…
Introduction As a native New Yorker and social worker—though I recognize that not all Puerto Ricans born or raised in New York City accept or…
Is a few extra dollars in your paycheck, or paying a little less in taxes, worth compromising your morals? Would you allow your teenage daughter…
Evelyn Beatrice Hall, a British writer, wrote this phrase to summarize Voltaire’s attitude toward free speech: “I disapprove of what you say, but I will…
Introduction With Donald Trump’s re-election as the 47th President of the United States, social workers and immigration advocates must prepare for the renewed impact of…
The U.S. is at a crossroads, and more Latino DOJ-accredited advocates are needed to steer the country toward progress. Latino immigrants form a critical part…
While the need for more Latino advocates is glaring, it’s not as simple as recruiting bilingual professionals. The DOJ accreditation process itself is rigorous and…
The shortage of DOJ-accredited Latino advocates is more than just a bottleneck in legal services; it represents a significant barrier to Latino immigrants’ integration into…
As Latino immigrants face mounting legal challenges, the need for DOJ-accredited Latino advocates has become more pressing. Immigration law is a maze that requires precise…
Talking with a friend about the presidential election, I was frustrated, especially about Trump’s potential return. My friend, let’s call him Dave, shrugged it off.…