The Immigrant Learning Center
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Informing Americans about immigrants and immigration in the U.S. Tweets from @ilctr's Public Education Institute.
Boston, MA
Joined October 2013
RT @MayorOfMalden: Congrats to @TheCityofMalden resident Muhammad who is now our nation’s newest citizen after he passed his citizenship ex….
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RT @MayorOfMalden: I felt like I was away on vacation at the @ilctr Annual International Day celebration!
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It's your last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar with @ChildhoodEdIntl on the importance of creativity, communities and collaboration for multilingual learners. Sign up now ➡️
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Our students just don't learn English. They learn about being American. Learning about the Civil Rights Movement is an important part of their experience!
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This year's Medal of Freedom 🎖️ recipients show that you can make the U.S. a better place regardless of your country of origin. Learn about more other immigrant entrepreneurs in our Hall of Fame
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RT @MasonResearch: #GeorgeMasonResearch James Witte & Marissa Kiss: Commentary: Mass deportation is unlikely. Micro-deportations are the gr….
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Unauthorized immigrants strengthen Social Security. They contributed $25.7 billion in Social Security taxes in 2022 but don't receive any of the benefits.
nytimes.com
Undocumented workers often pay taxes that help fund programs like Social Security — even if they can’t collect from them in the future.
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RT @ChildhoodEdIntl: A free upcoming webinar hosted by the @ilctr will feature a discussion about the importance of creativity, community….
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Calling all U.S. K-12 educators!. 📅 FREE webinar on January 29, 7:00-8:30 PM ET. Join Julie Kasper from @ChildhoodEdIntl for a panel discussion on teaching multilingual learners through creativity, collaboration and community connections. Register 👉
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A new report from our friends at the @IIRGMU highlights the significant contributions of immigrants and international students to U.S. academic excellence, with 35% of Nobel Laureates in academic fields being immigrants. Read the full report for more!.
iir.gmu.edu
Our recent report on Immigrant Nobel Laureates explores the transformative contributions of immigrants and international students to the...
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Massachusetts’ new program allows internationally-trained physicians to practice with mentorship, helping ease the primary care shortage and improve care in underserved communities.
wbur.org
Physicians trained outside the U.S. will have a new path to practice medicine in Massachusetts. State officials are setting up a program that will provide medical licenses, with some oversight, for...
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Join our FREE webinar to learn how to support newcomer students in your classroom! Discover current immigration trends, strategies for fostering belonging and how all students benefit from diversity. Register now!.
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School districts across the country are welcoming a growing number of newcomer students, and educators are being asked to adapt.
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What are you looking forward to in your Thanksgiving meal? Will it reflect your immigrant heritage? Chances are your dessert will be European.
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Immigrants in McAllen drive business growth, making up 61.3% of local entrepreneurs and creating thousands of jobs. #ImmigrantImpact #Entrepreneurship.
latintimes.com
Mexican immigrants account for 61.3% of business owners in McAllen, playing a critical role in driving the city's economic growth.
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Visa denials for African students are a growing issue, but stories like Albert Owusu-Asare’s highlight the impact of international talent. From Ghana to launching Cadana, his journey shows how overcoming immigration hurdles leads to success.
forbes.com
Africans will be a key source of international students in the U.S. and their success as immigrant entrepreneurs is a good sign.
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A new study debunks the myth that English learners harm U.S.-born students’ outcomes. Immigrant students’ unique perspectives actually boost class engagement and improve test scores for everyone.
edweek.org
A new study reviewed any spillover effects of the growing immigrant student population in Delaware.
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On #VeteransDay, we honor not only our veterans but also the vital contributions of immigrants who’ve served in the U.S. military. With 4% of immigrants enlisting, they bring essential skills & dedication that help protect our nation.
ilctr.org
Immigrants and refugees from all over the world have brought their unique, diverse traditions to popular holidays in the United States. Some, like the Swahili names of Kwanzaa candles and the...
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Massachusetts has the second largest Brazilian population in the U.S. A new report highlights their impact: Entrepreneurship: Nearly 24,500 businesses contributing $8B to the economy. Representation: Gaining political voice with local officials.
wgbh.org
A new report focuses on the economic and cultural benefits Brazilians have brought to the Bay State since World War II, and the challenges they face.
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Join us for a FREE virtual webinar on Tuesday, October 29, from 4:00-5:30 PM ET! Dive into the unique challenges faced by immigrant students with disabilities and discover strategies to support their academic and social success.
ilctr.org
Whether playing tag at recess, participating in a youth sport or rooting for a professional team, research shows that sports can create community.
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RT @jamescwitte: Join Institute for Immigration Research-GMU this Tuesday (10/22) @ 5:30 at George Mason University's Center for the Arts i….
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