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One Face at The Border: Behind the Slogan
The One Face at the Border unified border management initiative in the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has delivered efficiency gains but has fallen short operationally.
Twilight Statuses: A Closer Examination of the Unauthorized Population
Up to 1.5 million unauthorized immigrants held legally recognized “twilight" statuses as of 2005, conferring some protection from deportation but no pathway to permanence.
Real Challenges for Virtual Borders: The Implementation of US-VISIT
US-VISIT's border security and counterterrorism goals exceed what the program can deliver. Policymakers should consider scaling back expectations and make more effective investments.
The United States Refugee Admissions Program: Reforms for a New Era of Refugee Resettlement
After a steep post-9/11 decline, the U.S. refugee resettlement program is at a crossroads, needing structural reforms to build a more flexible, responsive system.
Revisiting the Need for Appointed Counsel
Lack of appointed counsel for noncitizens in deportation proceedings harms case outcomes. This policy brief examines three low-cost models to expand legal representation.
Putting Data to Work For Immigrants and Communities: Tools for the Washington, DC Metro Area and Beyond
This guide investigates gaps in the data needs of immigrant-serving organizations by surveying the most used migration data sources and offers tips on budget-conscious trainings.
Legal Immigration to U.S. Still Declining
The number of people granted U.S. legal permanent residence in fiscal year 2003 dropped 34 percent, with processing slowdowns attributed to new background check requirements and NSEERS.
Building the New American Community: Newcomer Integration and Inclusion Experiences in Non-Traditional Gateway Cities
Community coalitions in emerging U.S. gateway cities can drive two-way newcomer integration through civic and institutional engagement, as this initiative demonstrates.
The Dominican Population in the United States: Growth and Distribution
The Dominican population in the United States experienced nearly 90 percent growth between 1990 and 2000, with shifting destinations beyond the U.S. Northeast.
How Many People Have to Die Before We Care? The Role of the International Community in Darfur
While the Darfur crisis may not meet the formal definition of genocide, international action is urgently needed to protect 2.2 million at-risk civilians.