In the aftermath of war and genocide in Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam, many SEAAs were separated in their escape to safety. Our immigration system must ensure the timely and humane reunification of families.
Key resource:
How family-based immigration benefits Southeast Asian Americans: Standing up for our families and our rights — A memo that discusses the current backlog for immigration visas and the ramifications of ending family-based sponsorship.
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Keep Our Families Whole – SEARAC Applauds Reintroduction of the Reuniting Families Act
The RFA would streamline the United States’ family immigration system – which has not been updated in over 20 years – to ensure the timely and humane reunification of immigrant and refugee families. The bill would eliminate bureaucratic red tape: clearing visa backlogs in the family and employment immigration systems, as well as providing an opportunity for relief for immigrants in deportation proceedings to remain with their families.
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“She’s all I think about. I just want my companion to be with me here, not just to help as a caregiver to my elderly father, but so we can also finally save some money and start a family, which is all I ever wanted. The emotional stress, the financial hardship, the physical toll it’s taken on both of us — it’s all really hard to manage.”
Solar installer, Minnesota
“The Reuniting Families Act would make our family reunification system more humane by ensuring that our families do not have to wait decades to be together and by providing greater opportunities for relief for those currently in deportation proceedings.”
Executive Director, SEARAC
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Our next artist spotlight features @khouvueillustration, a first-generation Hmong-American graphic designer and illustrator. In 2021, Khou created a unique #MadebyRefugees and #MadebyImmigrants design for SEARAC, celebrating the shared joy of food. 🍜
Reflecting on her work, Khou says, "My concept for this artwork stems from the positive impact immigration has had on American society, especially through a rich cultural history of food." Read Khou`s full interview at the link in our bio!
Proceeds from our merch sales support SEARAC and several community-based organizations that are protecting refugee communities around the globe – regardless of who is in power.
Nov 16
Our next artist spotlight features @khouvueillustration, a first-generation Hmong-American graphic designer and illustrator. In 2021, Khou created a unique #MadebyRefugees and #MadebyImmigrants design for SEARAC, celebrating the shared joy of food. 🍜
Reflecting on her work, Khou says, "My concept for this artwork stems from the positive impact immigration has had on American society, especially through a rich cultural history of food." Read Khou`s full interview at the link in our bio!
Proceeds from our merch sales support SEARAC and several community-based organizations that are protecting refugee communities around the globe – regardless of who is in power.
As we approach the 50th anniversary of SEAA refugee resettlement, SEARAC is committed to making sure our communities feel seen, heard, and valued. Vietnamese-American artist @nhahoang.art illustrates this spirit with her piece "Blossoming Resilience," designed for SEARAC’s 2024 year-end fundraiser. Nha reflects, "My concept came from thinking about generations of different families." 🌸
Read her full interview and explore Nha’s designs at the link in our bio. Proceeds will suppor@pal.humanity, Nha’s chosen partner for this fundraiser!
Nov 14
As we approach the 50th anniversary of SEAA refugee resettlement, SEARAC is committed to making sure our communities feel seen, heard, and valued. Vietnamese-American artist @nhahoang.art illustrates this spirit with her piece "Blossoming Resilience," designed for SEARAC’s 2024 year-end fundraiser. Nha reflects, "My concept came from thinking about generations of different families." 🌸
Read her full interview and explore Nha’s designs at the link in our bio. Proceeds will suppor@pal.humanity, Nha’s chosen partner for this fundraiser!
Today, it may feel like our country has rejected progress in favor of hate and bigotry. But our ancestors remind us during the hardest of days that there is always light in the darkest of times.
Today, we grieve; we love; and we heal. Tomorrow, we organize.
Read SEARAC`s full statement at the link in our bio.
Nov 6
Today, it may feel like our country has rejected progress in favor of hate and bigotry. But our ancestors remind us during the hardest of days that there is always light in the darkest of times.
Today, we grieve; we love; and we heal. Tomorrow, we organize.
Read SEARAC`s full statement at the link in our bio.
Posted @withregram • @apiavote Election Day is here! Every vote counts. Your vote counts. Have any questions about the election and voting? The Voter Hotline is here to help you be your own advocate. We provide assistance in English and 8 Asian languages! Call 1-888-API-VOTE. Happy voting!
Nov 5
Posted @withregram • @apiavote Election Day is here! Every vote counts. Your vote counts. Have any questions about the election and voting? The Voter Hotline is here to help you be your own advocate. We provide assistance in English and 8 Asian languages! Call 1-888-API-VOTE. Happy voting!
SEARAC`s October newsletter is live! Check out our community interview with Sreyneang Lim, the Community Pathways to Healthy Aging Coordinator at @cerieastbay, updates from our California team, and more. Read the newsletter at the link in our bio!
Nov 5
SEARAC`s October newsletter is live! Check out our community interview with Sreyneang Lim, the Community Pathways to Healthy Aging Coordinator at @cerieastbay, updates from our California team, and more. Read the newsletter at the link in our bio!