ICE and fear at school: emotional effects on immigrant children and adolescents
When an immigrant family lives with fear of detention, deportation, or family separation, that fear does not always stay at home. Many times, it follows children into school, their daily routines, and their emotional development. For many immigrant students, school should be a place of stability. However, when immigration-related fear becomes part of everyday life, […]
Migration, Pride Month, and asylum for LGBTQ+ people
Every June, Pride Month opens the door to conversations about visibility, rights, and dignity for LGBTQ+ people. However, for many immigrants, pride is also connected to something even more basic: the possibility of living without fear. In the United States, some LGBTQ+ people seek protection because they have faced violence, threats, severe discrimination, or persecution […]
Green card and adjustment of status: USCIS changes
Regularizing immigration status in the United States is often an important process for many individuals and families. However, it can also bring questions, stress, and uncertainty, especially when immigration policies change. In May 2026, USCIS issued new guidance related to adjustment of status, a process that allows certain individuals to apply for lawful permanent residence, […]
What happens if ICE detains a person with DACA? A basic guide for immigrants
In recent months, several cases involving DACA recipients detained by ICE have raised concern across many immigrant communities in the United States. In addition, these cases have also sparked common questions about the protection DACA actually provides and what may happen during an immigration detention. Although DACA offers certain temporary benefits, it is not equivalent […]
Anxiety: how immigration affects children and teenagers
Childhood anxiety is one of the emotional consequences that may appear in contexts of immigration-related stress and family uncertainty. Nowadays, many immigrant families in the United States face concerns related to legal processes, changes in immigration policies, and fear of family separation. As a result, many children and teenagers begin to show emotional signs related […]
Migration and Mental Health: common emotional challenges
Migrating involves much more than simply moving to another country. In many cases, it also means adapting to new systems, facing cultural barriers, and navigating complex legal processes. Today, immigration uncertainty, trauma, and fear of deportation are part of the daily reality for thousands of immigrant families in the United States. As a result, many […]
U Visa 2026 in the U.S.: changes, real cases, and what’s happening
There are events that do not end when they happen. An assault, a violent situation, or a traumatic experience can leave psychological consequences that affect daily life, sense of safety, and emotional stability. In this context, the U Visa emerges as a legal pathway in the United States designed to protect individuals who have been […]
TPS Haiti 2026: current status and how it affects your immigration case
On April 16, 2026, the U.S. House of Representatives advanced a bill to extend TPS for Haiti for three years. Although this measure is not yet law, it represents a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy and may influence future TPS decisions for countries like Venezuela, Honduras, and Nicaragua. As a result, understanding how TPS […]
Cancellation of Removal in the U.S.: Why Psychological Evidence Is Key
In immigration proceedings in the United States, demonstrating the level of hardship required by law can be decisive for the outcome of a case. In particular, Cancellation of Removal requires proving what is known as “exceptional and extremely unusual hardship” to a qualifying relative. However, it is not enough to simply describe a difficult situation. […]
The ruling that benefits those who entered the U.S. using CBP One
In a context where immigration policies in the United States are constantly evolving, understanding how these changes affect your case is essential. Recently, a federal court ruling has created new opportunities (and also uncertainty) for individuals who entered the country through CBP One. To fully understand its impact, it is important to first clarify what […]
