Keeping the Dream Alive: What's Next for DACA

The New York Immigration coalition has been on the front lines of protecting and informing the immigrant community about their rights in the wake of the current administration's announcement to end Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), the Obama-era program that gives work authorization and deportation protection to 800,000 immigrants who came to the US as children. In partnership with the NYIC and its Young Professional Leadership Council, this event at New Women Space will bring immigration experts and DACA recipient community members together for a discussion on how the news affects the community, and what we can do next.

About the NYIC
The New York Immigration Coalition is an umbrella policy and advocacy organization for nearly 200 groups in New York State. We envision a New York State that is stronger because all people are welcome, treated fairly, and given the chance to pursue their dreams. Our mission is to unite immigrants, members & allies so all New Yorkers can thrive. We represent the collective interests of New York’s diverse immigrant communities and organizations and devise solutions to advance them; advocate for laws, policies and programs that lead to justice and opportunity for all immigrant groups; and build the power of immigrants and the organizations that serve them to ensure their sustainability, to improve people’s lives, and to strengthen our state.

About the YPLC
The Young Professionals Leadership Council (YPLC) engages rising leaders who want to invest in building a future that includes immigrant justice and opportunity. YPLC members volunteer their time and expertise to NYIC through outreach, fundraising, event planning, and strategic support. The YPLC creates an exciting environment where members can deepen their understanding of immigration issues, gain leadership experience, and build relationships with nonprofit and private sector leaders fighting for immigrant justice across the nation. The YPLC is member-based group compromised of a dedicated YPLC Steering Committee who lead the efforts for the broader YPLC Advocates member network.