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Information on Deferred Action

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Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Process

Over the past three years, this Administration has undertaken an unprecedented effort to transform the immigration enforcement system into one that focuses on public safety, border security and the integrity of the immigration system. As the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) continues to focus its enforcement resources on the removal of individuals who pose a danger to national security or a risk to public safety, including individuals convicted of crimes with particular emphasis on violent criminals, felons, and repeat offenders, DHS will exercise prosecutorial discretion as appropriate to ensure that enforcement resources are not expended on low priority cases, such as individuals who came to the United States as children and meet other key guidelines.  Individuals who demonstrate that they meet the guidelines below may request consideration of deferred action for childhood arrivals for a period of two years, subject to renewal, and may be eligible for employment authorization.

You may request consideration of deferred action for childhood arrivals if you:

  1. Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012;
  2. Came to the United States before reaching your 16th birthday;
  3. Have continuously resided in the United States since June 15, 2007, up to the present time;
  4. Were physically present in the United States on June 15, 2012, and at the time of making your request for consideration of deferred action with USCIS;
  5. Entered without inspection before June 15, 2012, or your lawful immigration status expired as of June 15, 2012;
  6. Are currently in school, have graduated or obtained a certificate of completion from high school, have obtained a general education development (GED) certificate, or are an honorably discharged veteran of the Coast Guard or Armed Forces of the United States; and
  7. Have not been convicted of a felony, significant misdemeanor, three or more other misdemeanors, and do not otherwise pose a threat to national security or public safety.

Individuals can call USCIS at 1-800-375-5283 with questions or to request more information on the deferred action for childhood arrivals process or visit www.uscis.gov.

Watch a video on the process for “Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals”:

*Information provided by USCIS.

Padres Comprometidos

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One of the most effective strategies for ensuring a student’s achievement in school is the active participation of the student’s family in encouraging learning, expressing high expectations for their child’s achievement and future career, and becoming meaningfully involved in their child’s education at school. Latino Leadership works together with the National Council of La Raza, Stonewall Jackson Middle, and its feeder schools to help families increase their knowledge of the school system and strengthen their ability to advocate for quality education that will result in school readiness, high school graduation, and college success.

Latino Leadership’s Padres Comprometidos (PC) program is anchored in the philosophy that all parents love their children, want the best for them, and are able to be active partners with schools to improve the learning process. It is also based on the belief that schools can provide parents with valuable information about ways to help their children learn, and that parents and teachers alike need to work in concert to ensure the educational success of every child.

The Padres Comprometidos curricula engages parents in negotiating the public school system, becoming knowledgeable of academic standards and testing requirements, understanding the importance of higher education, promoting healthy and effective strategies and habits, and recognizing the developmental, social, and academic milestones of these age groups. Parents are continuously reinforced in how these skills are crucial to attaining the ultimate goal of college enrollment, attendance, and graduation.

The main areas of discussion for the program are:

  • Adolescence, changes and physical growth
  • Understanding the school system
  • Understanding the importance of higher education and the pathway
  • Forming a relationship with school staff

During Fall 2012, Latino Leadership will be working with parents at Stonewall Jackson Middle School. If you are interested in participating with the Padres Comprometidos program, please contact Marucci Beard at [email protected] or 407-895-0801.

Informacion basica de empleo

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Equal Opportunity Complaints

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against by a program or activity financed or conducted by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) can file a complaint with CRC. Under the Civil Rights laws and regulations enforced by CRC, it is against the law for any recipient of federal financial assistance from DOL to discriminate on the following grounds:

  • Against any individual in the United States and its territories, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief; and
  • Against any beneficiary of programs on the basis of the beneficiary’s citizenship or status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or his or her participation in any Workforce Investment Act of 1998 (WIA) Title I financially assisted program or activity.

Under Title I of the WIA the recipient of federal financial assistance must not discriminate in any of the following areas:

  • Deciding who will be admitted, or have access, to any WIA Title I financially assisted program or activity;
  • Providing opportunities for persons participating in such a program or activity; or
  • Making employment decisions in the administration of, or in connection with, such a program or activity.
For more information, click here.

Horas y Sueldos

La Sección de Horas y Sueldos (WHD-siglas en inglés) del Departamento de Trabajo de EEUU tiene la responsabilidad de administrar y hacer cumplir las leyes que establecen las normas básicas aceptables sobre los sueldos y las condiciones de trabajo en este país, independientemente del estado legal en cuanto a inmigración. Para mas información, haz clique aqui.

Guía Práctica Referente a la Ley de Normas Razonables de Trabajo

To file a complaint with the Department of Labor – Wage & Hour Division, call the local Orlando office at (407) 648-6471 or 1-866-4-USWAGE (1-866-487-9243).

Orlando Area Office
US Dept. of Labor
Wage & Hour Division
1001 Executive Center Drive, #103
Orlando, Florida 32803

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Electoral Laws Have Changed!

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Be Prepared!

Florida’s election laws have changed. Check your voter status!

Are you registered to vote? Has your name or address changed? Update your signature or vote-by-mail ballot request.

Contact your local Supervisor or Elections. Don’t miss a single election!

Check/ Update Your Status!

Register to Vote!

Issues? Contact Your Supervisor of Elections!

Be Informed!

Are you informed about the next elections?

Important dates to remember!

Primary Election: August 26, 2014

General Election: November 4, 2014

Vote!

There are many different ways to vote. Early, by mail, in person, plan accordingly.

Contact your Supervisor of Elections to learn more about voting options and what you need to do.

*Information provided by the League of Women Voters.