Click on the following links. Please note these will open in a new window.

Activity 1: National Immigration Forum

The National Immigration Forum is one of the leading immigrant advocacy organizations in the country, with a mission to advocate for the value of immigrants and immigration to the nation.

• Select Vision, then Our Strategy. What is the goal of this organization?
• Select Policy, then Resources. Select a resource to read and reflect on the major issues.
• Select Policy, then Legislative Bulletin. Read the most recent post. What bills have been introduced and considered?

Activity 2: American Immigration Council

The American Immigration Council provides policy makers, the media, and the general public with information about the role of immigrants and immigration policy in U.S. society.

• Select Topics, then How the Immigration System Works. Read the fact sheet provided. What is the difference between family-based and employment-based immigration?

What is the Diversity Visa Program?

• Scroll down to the State Fact Sheets and find your state. What did you learn about immigrants in your state?