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January, 2020
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Research to Inform Policy, Practice, and Advocacy  on Migration-Related Issues
  
Policy-related reports, studies, and information about the challenge and promise of immigrant integration. Materials organized by collection topic.
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Civic Participation
Noting high denial rates for Muslims applying for citizenship, researcher points out the discriminatory use of the "good moral character" requirement for citizenship

Study finds that the naming practices of today's immigrants, i.e. using "American" names for U.S.-born children, are similar to those of previous generations of immigrants, suggesting that "assimilation" is occurring at rates similar to those of the past


Adult Education and Workforce Training
Harvard study finds that the DACA program has had a hugely positive impact on undocumented youth, especially in the realm of educational attainment, although anxiety over the program's possible demise is widespread


Economic and Fiscal Impacts of Immigration
NBER study finds that access to skilled H-1B immigrant workers greatly improves the economic performance of start-up firms


Employment and Labor Issues
In order to boost national and state tax revenue, researcher suggests that benefits and protections should be given to undocumented immigrants who file tax returns with ITIN numbers


Human Services (Aging and Disability)
Study in Western Europe finds a correlation between the presence of immigrants, who tend to provide support and care services for native-born elderly, and positive mental health outcomes for seniors


Human Services (Health Care)
AMA study finds that the expansion of state health insurance coverage to immigrants does not lead to any influx of immigrants from other states without such coverage


Local Government
Study finds that cities around the globe, recognizing the vital role that immigrants play in reversing population loss and stimulating economic development, are taking the lead in instituting welcoming policies and sharing best practices for immigrant integration


Refugee and Asylee Issues
Report argues that volunteers can play a vital, supplemental role in the refugee integration process but they need training and coordination


State Government
Through its "Winning in the States" initiative, NILC reports on state-level immigrant policy advances over the last two years


National Perspectives/Immigration Policy
MPI suggests that the latest round of USCIS fee increases will likely reduce the number and shift the profile of immigrants to the U.S.


Global Perspectives
CAP paper examines the impact of climate change on global migration and recommends the development of a "Global Climate Resilience Strategy" that would collect data on climate-related human displacement

  
 
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HUMAN SERVICES (GENERAL)

The Human Services (General) collection explores immigrant integration from a variety of perspectives. Some studies seek to identify promising practices in providing social services to immigrant and refugee populations. Other studies look at the important role played by specific institutions, such as community-based organizations, libraries, and child welfare agencies. Some researchers examine the extent of English language usage among immigrant populations, analyze federal and state laws governing language access, and identify innovative approaches for overcoming language barriers. A number of studies look at various facets of immigrant family life, including parenting practices of specific communities and the impact of immigration on family members remaining in sending countries. Recently, many researchers have focused on the devastating effects of deportation on immigrant families, as well as the impact of the public charge rule on immigrant use of safety net services.


  
 
lcLatest Commentary
 
 
A selection of recent Op-eds from immigration researchers and major opinion leaders




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 Shikha Dalmia, Reason
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January 13, 2010
New Data: Legal Immigration Has Declined Under Trump
Stuart Anderson, Forbes
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January 13, 2020
Why Hostility to Immigration Runs Deep
Noah Smith, Bloomberg
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January 10, 2020
To Win On Immigration, We Have To Lead With Love
Suzette Brooks Masters, People's Action
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January 9, 2020
Against Tribal America
Joel Kotkin, City Journal
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January 8, 2020
New Immigration Fees To Hit Businesses Hard
Stuart Anderson, Forbes
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January 7, 2020
Immigrants are an economic boon to America
Jerry Haar, The Hill
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December 23, 2019
Sensible bipartisan immigration reform makes progress - a true Christmas miracle
Ali Noorani, Fox News
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December 17, 2019
The radical immigration changes under Trump that went unnoticed
Annalisa Merelli, Quartz
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December 11, 2019
Trump Has a Gift for Tearing Us Apart
Thomas B. Edsell, The New York Times
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