If you qualify for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) or Deferred Action for Parental Accountability (DAPA) you may be wondering what to do until the deferred action injunction is lifted.
The short answer? Stay busy by joining a community-based organization. These grassroot groups work hard each day to provide educational, career advancement and other resources to people in need. Immigration groups, in particular, are great to join because you no doubt have a shared goal—immigration reform!
How to find immigration groups:
Get active on Twitter
The Latino community is very active on social media outlets, including Twitter. Search popular immigration-based hashtags, like #DACA, #DAPA, #DACAmented, and #ImmigrationReform to read the latest buzz on deferred action. Then check out what organizations are using these hashtags and follow them to get a daily feed of their posts or message them directly to learn more.
Search national organizations
National groups, such as United We Dream, tend to have local affiliate locations. Become a member and they can keep you updated on local legislation, such as tuition benefits for DREAMers and changes in driver license eligibility.
Ask a friend
Chances are your friends have ties to community-based organizations. Ask them which groups they belong to and what are the benefits of joining. Then you’ll have some insight into the organization before you participate in their events.
Bonus tip: Spread the word
The Internet has tons of resources for DACA and DAPA qualifiers. When you find something useful, share the wealth by passing it on to others in your network. Who knows, you may come across someone who hasn’t read the deferred action eligibility requirements yet.
Want more information on DACA and DAPA? Check out our deferred action infographics below.
