/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/Recent posts from News & Mediaen-usMon, 23 Dec 2024 00:52:57 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1800771/What is it like to experience a disaster as an immigrant? As the frequency of natural hazards increases due to climate change, immigrants are particularly vulnerable to the devastation that natural hazards bring. This episode explores what kinds of disaster relief immigrants have access to and barriers immigrants face when attempting to recover and rebuild after natural hazards strike.External ArticleFri, 13 Dec 2024 00:06:44 Im/migrant Lives Season 2 Episode 4: Im/migrant Well-Being During DisastersWhat is it like to experience a disaster as an immigrant? As the frequency of natural hazards increases due to climate change, immigrants are particularly vulnerable to the devastation that natural hazards bring. This episode explores what kinds of disaster relief immigrants have access to and barriers immigrants face when attempting to recover and rebuild after natural hazards strike.Im/Migrant Lives podcast graphic with people in profile in front of stained glasshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1800771/Podcast/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/the-health-costs-of-fear-article.aspxFlorida's SB 1718, which mandates hospitals to inquire about immigration status, not only criminalizes aspects of immigrant life but also severely hampers access to healthcare. This policy creates a pervasive climate of fear, causing a significant number of immigrants to reconsider seeking necessary medical services. This hesitation, as revealed in a study conducted by researchers from the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center at the �鶹��Ƶ, highlights the broader public health risks and the strain on healthcare systems resulting from restricted healthcare access among immigrant populations.Liz Ventura MolinaWed, 13 Nov 2024 11:04:16 The Health Costs of Fear: Immigration Policy as a Barrier to Healthcare Access in FloridaFlorida's SB 1718, which mandates hospitals to inquire about immigration status, not only criminalizes aspects of immigrant life but also severely hampers access to healthcare. This policy creates a pervasive climate of fear, causing a significant number of immigrants to reconsider seeking necessary medical services. This hesitation, as revealed in a study conducted by researchers from the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center at the �鶹��Ƶ, highlights the broader public health risks and the strain on healthcare systems resulting from restricted healthcare access among immigrant populations.Empty hospital waiting room/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/the-health-costs-of-fear-article.aspxPublications & Products/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/new-report-on-impacts-of-sb-1718.aspxA recent study from the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center at the �鶹��Ƶ sheds light on the broad and significant effects of Florida’s Senate Bill 1718 (SB 1718) on immigrant well-being. Conducted between May and July 2024, this research surveyed 466 immigrants and U.S.-born adult children of immigrants to understand the social, economic, and psychological impacts of the law. Findings indicate that SB 1718 has exacerbated issues such as job insecurity, financial strain, and barriers to healthcare access, while also intensifying psychological distress across immigrant communities. Importantly, the report highlights the spillover effects—effects that go beyond the intended targets of the law—felt by U.S. citizen adult children of immigrants, who report increased anxiety and uncertainty.Dr. Elizabeth Aranda and Liz Ventura MolinaTue, 12 Nov 2024 16:22:25 New Report Reveals Wide-Reaching Impact of Florida's SB 1718 on Immigrant Communities and BeyondA recent study from the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center at the �鶹��Ƶ sheds light on the broad and significant effects of Florida’s Senate Bill 1718 (SB 1718) on immigrant well-being. Conducted between May and July 2024, this research surveyed 466 immigrants and U.S.-born adult children of immigrants to understand the social, economic, and psychological impacts of the law. Findings indicate that SB 1718 has exacerbated issues such as job insecurity, financial strain, and barriers to healthcare access, while also intensifying psychological distress across immigrant communities. Importantly, the report highlights the spillover effects—effects that go beyond the intended targets of the law—felt by U.S. citizen adult children of immigrants, who report increased anxiety and uncertainty.New Report on the effects of SB 1718 on immigrants' well-being. The pictures show the research team during data collection. /arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/new-report-on-impacts-of-sb-1718.aspxResearch/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/op-ed-for-puerto-ricans-presidential-insults-open-wounds-of-colonialism.aspxDr. Elizabeth Aranda reflects on the incident at a Trump campaign rally where Puerto Rico was derogatorily described, exacerbating historical wounds of colonialism. The op-ed revisits Trump's disparaging comments and actions towards Puerto Rico, particularly during the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. Dr. Aranda discusses findings from a survey conducted on Puerto Ricans in the U.S., highlighting their perspectives on U.S. fiscal policies and the colonial status that restricts Puerto Rico's financial autonomy. The piece calls for a critical reassessment of U.S. policies towards Puerto Rico and advocates for meaningful policy changes in future administrations.Elizabeth ArandaMon, 04 Nov 2024 17:16:42 Op-Ed: For Puerto Ricans, Presidential Insults Open Wounds of ColonialismDr. Elizabeth Aranda reflects on the incident at a Trump campaign rally where Puerto Rico was derogatorily described, exacerbating historical wounds of colonialism. The op-ed revisits Trump's disparaging comments and actions towards Puerto Rico, particularly during the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. Dr. Aranda discusses findings from a survey conducted on Puerto Ricans in the U.S., highlighting their perspectives on U.S. fiscal policies and the colonial status that restricts Puerto Rico's financial autonomy. The piece calls for a critical reassessment of U.S. policies towards Puerto Rico and advocates for meaningful policy changes in future administrations.Puerto Rican Flag/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/op-ed-for-puerto-ricans-presidential-insults-open-wounds-of-colonialism.aspxPublications & Products/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/report-an-immigrant-well-being-analysis-of-the-presidential-candidates-immigration-policies.aspxWhere do the Presidential candidates stand on immigration policy? Immigration has been in the spotlight during the 2024 election season, with voters consistently ranking it among the most pressing issues as they prepare to cast their ballots on November 5th, 2024. With early voting underway and Election Day fast approaching, the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative shares the following analysis to provide an assessment of the proposed immigration policies supported by each candidate and their parties and their potential impacts on im/migrant well-being. This report was written by Thomas J. Rachko, Jr. and Liz Ventura Molina.Thomas J. Rachko, Jr. and Liz Ventura MolinaMon, 04 Nov 2024 00:05:08 Report: An Immigrant Well-Being Analysis of the Presidential Candidates Immigration PoliciesWhere do the Presidential candidates stand on immigration policy? Immigration has been in the spotlight during the 2024 election season, with voters consistently ranking it among the most pressing issues as they prepare to cast their ballots on November 5th, 2024. With early voting underway and Election Day fast approaching, the Im/migrant Well-Being Scholar Collaborative shares the following analysis to provide an assessment of the proposed immigration policies supported by each candidate and their parties and their potential impacts on im/migrant well-being. This report was written by Thomas J. Rachko, Jr. and Liz Ventura Molina.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/report-an-immigrant-well-being-analysis-of-the-presidential-candidates-immigration-policies.aspxPublications & Products/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/resilient-journeys-navigating-cultural-shock-and-identity-in-florida.aspxLast summer, doctoral student Viktoryia Sliaptsova from the Department of Sociology and Social Sciences, embarked on a pivotal study titled, “New ‘Americans’ in Florida: Culture Shock, Emotions, and Identity Dilemmas of Newcomer Immigrants and Refugees from Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine." Sponsored by the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, this research aims to uncover the intricate process of adaptation and identity negotiation faced by newly arrived immigrants and refugees as they begin their lives in Florida.Viktoryia SliaptsovaMon, 28 Oct 2024 10:27:26 Resilient Journeys: Navigating Cultural Shock and Identity in FloridaLast summer, doctoral student Viktoryia Sliaptsova from the Department of Sociology and Social Sciences, embarked on a pivotal study titled, “New ‘Americans’ in Florida: Culture Shock, Emotions, and Identity Dilemmas of Newcomer Immigrants and Refugees from Belarus, Russia, and Ukraine." Sponsored by the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, this research aims to uncover the intricate process of adaptation and identity negotiation faced by newly arrived immigrants and refugees as they begin their lives in Florida.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/resilient-journeys-navigating-cultural-shock-and-identity-in-florida.aspxPublications & Productshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1714963/Immigration has been a central issue in the 2024 presidential race, with candidates from both the Republican and Democratic parties proposing immigration policies that will inevitably affect im/migrant well-being. In this episode, we discuss some of the central pillars of both candidates’ proposed policies and based on past research, we analyze how these policies may impact im/migrant well-being.External ArticleTue, 22 Oct 2024 11:53:24 Im/migrant Lives Season 2 Episode 3: The 2024 Presidential Candidates’ Immigration Policies and Their Impact on Im/migrant Well-BeingImmigration has been a central issue in the 2024 presidential race, with candidates from both the Republican and Democratic parties proposing immigration policies that will inevitably affect im/migrant well-being. In this episode, we discuss some of the central pillars of both candidates’ proposed policies and based on past research, we analyze how these policies may impact im/migrant well-being.Im/Migrant Lives podcast graphic with people in profile in front of stained glasshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1714963/Podcasthttps://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/10/17/hurricane-helene-latinos-north-carolina/Dr. Elizabeth Aranda was recently interviewed and quoted in The Washington Post discussing the challenges that immigrant families face in receiving disaster aid. In the article, Dr. Aranda highlights the barriers due to immigration status and language, emphasizing the need for more accessible aid processes. Her insights help shed light on the struggles of marginalized communities during crisis situations.External ArticleThu, 17 Oct 2024 13:47:10 For these North Carolina families, disaster aid may never comeDr. Elizabeth Aranda was recently interviewed and quoted in The Washington Post discussing the challenges that immigrant families face in receiving disaster aid. In the article, Dr. Aranda highlights the barriers due to immigration status and language, emphasizing the need for more accessible aid processes. Her insights help shed light on the struggles of marginalized communities during crisis situations.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/10/17/hurricane-helene-latinos-north-carolina/Publications & Productshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0Pb5A8LMdwDr. Elizabeth Aranda was featured on WUSF's NPR affiliate radio show "Florida Matters" to discuss the complexities of the immigration system in Florida and its wide-ranging impacts. The episode delved into the nuances of immigration law, community effects, and the experiences of diverse voices within the state. This insightful discussion aired amid heightened attention to immigration during the presidential election campaign and recent natural disasters impacting the region.External ArticleTue, 08 Oct 2024 14:07:12 Florida Matters - Untangling the complicated issues of immigrationDr. Elizabeth Aranda was featured on WUSF's NPR affiliate radio show "Florida Matters" to discuss the complexities of the immigration system in Florida and its wide-ranging impacts. The episode delved into the nuances of immigration law, community effects, and the experiences of diverse voices within the state. This insightful discussion aired amid heightened attention to immigration during the presidential election campaign and recent natural disasters impacting the region.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0Pb5A8LMdwPublications & Productshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1662106/In contrast to the criminal justice system, immigrants who come before a judge in civil immigration court are not guaranteed the right to legal representation should they be unable to afford it, yet in some cases they face consequences as severe as those applied in criminal cases. In this episode, we discuss whether immigrants facing detention and deportation should have access to the right to counsel by evaluating some of the research on the consequences of lacking legal representation and potential policy solutions.External ArticleWed, 18 Sep 2024 11:11:44 Im/migrant Lives Season 2 Episode 2: Immigrants and the Right to Legal RepresentationIn contrast to the criminal justice system, immigrants who come before a judge in civil immigration court are not guaranteed the right to legal representation should they be unable to afford it, yet in some cases they face consequences as severe as those applied in criminal cases. In this episode, we discuss whether immigrants facing detention and deportation should have access to the right to counsel by evaluating some of the research on the consequences of lacking legal representation and potential policy solutions.Eliza Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1662106/Podcast/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-elizabeth-aranda-receives-2024-award-for-public-sociology-in-international-migration.aspxThis award recognizes the work of an IM section member who addresses immigration and related issues in ways that apply scholarly knowledge directly in public work, generates such knowledge for public use, or otherwise contributes to improving the lives of migrants or refugees.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 11:43:05 Dr. Elizabeth Aranda receives 2024 Award for Public Sociology in International MigrationThis award recognizes the work of an IM section member who addresses immigration and related issues in ways that apply scholarly knowledge directly in public work, generates such knowledge for public use, or otherwise contributes to improving the lives of migrants or refugees.Elizabeth Aranda/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/dr-elizabeth-aranda-receives-2024-award-for-public-sociology-in-international-migration.aspxResearchhttps://www.wusf.org/courts-law/2024-08-29/florida-undocumented-community-new-laws-intensify-harsh-reality?utm_source=Stay+Connected+with+WUSF%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_campaign=b0ec24093b-wake_up_call_2024_08_29_ga%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_medium=email%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_term=0_-2ec355dbef-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D%26amp;amp;amp;amp;mc_cid=b0ec24093bArticle discusses the impact of a new slate of immigration laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, particularly on undocumented immigrants. Dr. Elizabeth Aranda highlights the findings of a forthcoming survey conducted by the IWRC, which reveal how these policies have exacerbated family separation and increased psychological distress within immigrant communities. The center’s research reveals the far-reaching consequences of these policies, as many families struggle with heightened emotional and economic pressures.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 01:40:38 New laws intensify harsh reality for Florida's undocumented communityArticle discusses the impact of a new slate of immigration laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, particularly on undocumented immigrants. Dr. Elizabeth Aranda highlights the findings of a forthcoming survey conducted by the IWRC, which reveal how these policies have exacerbated family separation and increased psychological distress within immigrant communities. The center’s research reveals the far-reaching consequences of these policies, as many families struggle with heightened emotional and economic pressures.A mother of four looks out the window from her apartment, Aug. 24, 2023, in Homestead. The Honduran native worked as a house painter shortly after arriving in the U.S. in 2021. Fear has forced many undocumented workers to leave the state following a new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.https://www.wusf.org/courts-law/2024-08-29/florida-undocumented-community-new-laws-intensify-harsh-reality?utm_source=Stay+Connected+with+WUSF%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_campaign=b0ec24093b-wake_up_call_2024_08_29_ga%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_medium=email%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_term=0_-2ec355dbef-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D%26amp;amp;amp;amp;mc_cid=b0ec24093bPolicy Analysishttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1612074/Florida’s SB 1718, a law that criminalized many aspects of life as an immigrant, passed in the Florida legislature and was signed into law in 2023. One year later, how have immigrants responded to this law, and what are the effects and implications for the state of Florida? In this episode, we will discuss SB 1718’s effects on immigrants’ lives and in their communities.External ArticleWed, 14 Aug 2024 11:53:24 Im/migrant Lives Season 2 Episode 1: Florida’s SB 1718: One Year LaterFlorida’s SB 1718, a law that criminalized many aspects of life as an immigrant, passed in the Florida legislature and was signed into law in 2023. One year later, how have immigrants responded to this law, and what are the effects and implications for the state of Florida? In this episode, we will discuss SB 1718’s effects on immigrants’ lives and in their communities.Elizabeth Aranda interviewing guests for the podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1612074/Podcasthttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/1369183X.2024.2388825Publication in Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, August, 1–18. Castañeda, Heide, and Amine Bit. 2024. This article examines the experiences of Amazigh immigrants (plural: Imazighen) and how they negotiate ethnoracial hierarchies in the United States. Imazighen are Indigenous peoples from North Africa; upon arrival to the U.S., they are confronted with ethnoracial categories into which they don’t fit neatly, particularly due to their Indigenous status.External ArticleSun, 11 Aug 2024 14:41:57 Do I Really Need to Check That Box?’ Ethnoracial Ambiguity Among Indigenous North Africans in the United StatesPublication in Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, August, 1–18. Castañeda, Heide, and Amine Bit. 2024. This article examines the experiences of Amazigh immigrants (plural: Imazighen) and how they negotiate ethnoracial hierarchies in the United States. Imazighen are Indigenous peoples from North Africa; upon arrival to the U.S., they are confronted with ethnoracial categories into which they don’t fit neatly, particularly due to their Indigenous status.News placeholder graphic - laptop displaying News pagehttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/1369183X.2024.2388825Publications & Productshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1498901/Opponents of immigration often link immigration to crime, and rhetoric in the media has casted immigrants as criminals, leading some public officials to propose greater immigration control as a mechanism to reduce crime. This episode examines the relationship between immigration and crime to debunk the many myths circulating in the media about immigrants to the U.S.External ArticleWed, 29 May 2024 00:44:06 Im/migrant Lives Season 1 Episode 5: Unpacking the relationship between immigration and crimeOpponents of immigration often link immigration to crime, and rhetoric in the media has casted immigrants as criminals, leading some public officials to propose greater immigration control as a mechanism to reduce crime. This episode examines the relationship between immigration and crime to debunk the many myths circulating in the media about immigrants to the U.S.Elizabeth Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1498901/Podcasthttps://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2024/05/24/florida-migrants-families-are-stressed-anxious-heres-why/IWRC was quoted in article that discusses the concept of "normalized expendability," a term coined in a study led by Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, which explores how immigrant communities were excluded from pandemic relief despite their critical role as frontline workers. This exclusion has had lasting effects on their social and economic well-being. The article highlights the ongoing mental health challenges and stress faced by immigrant families, particularly those affected by policies like DACA and recent immigration legislation in Florida.External ArticleFri, 24 May 2024 14:13:28 In Florida, migrants’ families are stressed and anxious. Here’s why.IWRC was quoted in article that discusses the concept of "normalized expendability," a term coined in a study led by Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, which explores how immigrant communities were excluded from pandemic relief despite their critical role as frontline workers. This exclusion has had lasting effects on their social and economic well-being. The article highlights the ongoing mental health challenges and stress faced by immigrant families, particularly those affected by policies like DACA and recent immigration legislation in Florida.Gabriela Ibarra joins her daughters Kathy Camacho and Ashley Cruz as they listen to speakers at the "Freedom For All" rally against bills passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis while protesting in Homestead on July 1, 2023. [ AL DIAZ/ADIAZ@MIAMIHERALD.COM | Miami Herald ]https://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2024/05/24/florida-migrants-families-are-stressed-anxious-heres-why/Policy Analysishttps://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/austin/news/2024/04/26/cuban-immigration-increaseDr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in Spectrum News. In the interview, she discusses the unprecedented wave of Cuban immigration to Florida, noting that while many Cubans migrate by land through new routes like Nicaragua, sea crossings still occur. She highlights that Tampa has become the second-largest hub for Cuban migrants in Florida, after South Florida. Dr. Aranda provids expert insight into the political and economic factors driving this migration, including Cuba’s enduring dictatorship and policy changes that have facilitated migration to the U.S.External ArticleSat, 27 Apr 2024 14:21:13 Breaking down South Florida's record Cuban immigration numbersDr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in Spectrum News. In the interview, she discusses the unprecedented wave of Cuban immigration to Florida, noting that while many Cubans migrate by land through new routes like Nicaragua, sea crossings still occur. She highlights that Tampa has become the second-largest hub for Cuban migrants in Florida, after South Florida. Dr. Aranda provids expert insight into the political and economic factors driving this migration, including Cuba’s enduring dictatorship and policy changes that have facilitated migration to the U.S.Father and son duo Roberto Pizano (left) and Rafael Pizano use their voices to advocate for Cuban immigrants in south Florida. (Spectrum News/Lizbeth Gutierrez)https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/austin/news/2024/04/26/cuban-immigration-increasePolicy Analysis/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/mental-health-the-silent-crisis-among-immigrants-in-the-united-states-internal.aspxIn this blog post, Liz Ventura, MPH, CPH, Research Associate at the Center, delves into the mental health challenges faced by immigrants, exacerbated by structural barriers, including restrictive immigration policies and socio-economic inequities. Drawing from her personal experiences and academic research, she highlights the underutilization of mental health services within immigrant communities and the need for culturally sensitive care and policy reforms to address these disparities. The blog advocates for a holistic approach to mental health that integrates community support and empathetic public health strategies.Liz Ventura MolinaMon, 15 Apr 2024 10:04:23 Mental Health: The Silent Crisis Among Immigrants in the United StatesIn this blog post, Liz Ventura, MPH, CPH, Research Associate at the Center, delves into the mental health challenges faced by immigrants, exacerbated by structural barriers, including restrictive immigration policies and socio-economic inequities. Drawing from her personal experiences and academic research, she highlights the underutilization of mental health services within immigrant communities and the need for culturally sensitive care and policy reforms to address these disparities. The blog advocates for a holistic approach to mental health that integrates community support and empathetic public health strategies.Patient and Doctor/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/2024/mental-health-the-silent-crisis-among-immigrants-in-the-united-states-internal.aspxPublications & Productshttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1406456/In recent decades security at the US Southern border has increased to stop the arrivals of immigrants and refugees. This episode examines how border security, specifically the presence of the border wall in Arizona communities and Customs and Border Patrol’s practice of screening residents at border checkpoints, affects the Latino/a/x population of young adults in the region. We will discuss racial profiling practices, how they impact human rights, and how they erode residents’—including US citizens’—sense of belonging to the nation.External ArticleMon, 25 Mar 2024 00:44:06 Im/migrant Lives Season 1 Episode 4: Security at the border and racial profilingIn recent decades security at the US Southern border has increased to stop the arrivals of immigrants and refugees. This episode examines how border security, specifically the presence of the border wall in Arizona communities and Customs and Border Patrol’s practice of screening residents at border checkpoints, affects the Latino/a/x population of young adults in the region. We will discuss racial profiling practices, how they impact human rights, and how they erode residents’—including US citizens’—sense of belonging to the nation.Elizabeth Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1406456/Podcasthttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/00027642241229538Publication in American Behavioral Scientist. Aranda, Elizabeth, Elizabeth Vaquera, Heide Castañeda, and Melanie Escue. 2024. This study uses longitudinal qualitative data to explore how undocumented immigrants in Florida navigated the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings reveal how legal violence, compounded vulnerability, and exclusion from pandemic aid disproportionately affected immigrants working on the frontlines. The research demonstrates how policies normalizing unequal treatment led to heightened risks for these communities, exacerbating their economic and social marginalization.External ArticleTue, 06 Feb 2024 14:37:19 Normalized Expendability: Navigating Immigrant Legal Status during a Global PandemicPublication in American Behavioral Scientist. Aranda, Elizabeth, Elizabeth Vaquera, Heide Castañeda, and Melanie Escue. 2024. This study uses longitudinal qualitative data to explore how undocumented immigrants in Florida navigated the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings reveal how legal violence, compounded vulnerability, and exclusion from pandemic aid disproportionately affected immigrants working on the frontlines. The research demonstrates how policies normalizing unequal treatment led to heightened risks for these communities, exacerbating their economic and social marginalization.News placeholder graphic - laptop displaying News pagehttps://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/00027642241229538Publications & Products/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-podcast-immigrant-lives-highlights-impact-of-public-policy-and-community-organizations-on-immigrant-communities.aspxThe Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center’s new podcast features thought leaders and scholars and seeks to inform the public about how policies and community organizations can solve the most pressing problems facing im/migrant communities.External ArticleThu, 25 Jan 2024 14:50:16 New podcast “Im/migrant Lives” highlights impact of public policy and community organizations on im/migrant communitiesThe Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center’s new podcast features thought leaders and scholars and seeks to inform the public about how policies and community organizations can solve the most pressing problems facing im/migrant communities.From left: Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, Dr. Heide Castañeda, and Nanci Palacios record episode 1 of the “Im/migrant Lives” podcast. (Photo by Corey Lepak)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2024/new-podcast-immigrant-lives-highlights-impact-of-public-policy-and-community-organizations-on-immigrant-communities.aspxResearchhttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1314228/The right to seek asylum is protected under US federal law and the right to seek safety from persecution is backed by international law. Despite this, as immigrants and asylum seekers cross into the United States along the US-Mexico border, Congressional Representatives are negotiating changes to the US asylum system to slow the flow of migrants into the US. In this episode, we discuss the impact of these proposals and how the US asylum system could be revamped to ensure that a humanitarian approach guides changes to the asylum system.External ArticleWed, 24 Jan 2024 00:44:06 Im/migrant Lives Season 1 Episode 3: Revamping AsylumThe right to seek asylum is protected under US federal law and the right to seek safety from persecution is backed by international law. Despite this, as immigrants and asylum seekers cross into the United States along the US-Mexico border, Congressional Representatives are negotiating changes to the US asylum system to slow the flow of migrants into the US. In this episode, we discuss the impact of these proposals and how the US asylum system could be revamped to ensure that a humanitarian approach guides changes to the asylum system.Elizabeth Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1314228/Podcasthttps://www.politifact.com/article/2024/jan/17/ask-politifact-what-branch-of-government-is-really/Dr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in an article by the Poynter Institute’s Politifact. Dr. Aranda highlights that while all three branches of government are involved in immigration policy, Congress holds the greatest responsibility due to its failure to update immigration laws since the 1990s. She pointed out that the lack of legal pathways for immigrants has contributed to the ongoing challenges at the border.External ArticleWed, 17 Jan 2024 14:25:55 Ask PolitiFact: What branch of government is ‘really’ responsible for the crisis at the border?Dr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in an article by the Poynter Institute’s Politifact. Dr. Aranda highlights that while all three branches of government are involved in immigration policy, Congress holds the greatest responsibility due to its failure to update immigration laws since the 1990s. She pointed out that the lack of legal pathways for immigrants has contributed to the ongoing challenges at the border.News placeholder graphic - laptop displaying News pagehttps://www.politifact.com/article/2024/jan/17/ask-politifact-what-branch-of-government-is-really/Policy Analysishttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1245933/In Episode 2, Center Director Dr. Elizabeth Aranda interviews Dr. Caitlin Patler, Associate Professor of Public Policy at UC Berkeley, and Dr. Mirian Martinez-Aranda, Assistant Professor of Sociology at UC Irvine, about the impact of adult immigrant detention and alternatives to detention on their children’s well-being.External ArticleThu, 30 Nov 2023 00:44:06 Im/migrant Lives Season 1 Episode 2: Impact of Detention and Electronic Monitoring on Immigrant Children’s Well-BeingIn Episode 2, Center Director Dr. Elizabeth Aranda interviews Dr. Caitlin Patler, Associate Professor of Public Policy at UC Berkeley, and Dr. Mirian Martinez-Aranda, Assistant Professor of Sociology at UC Irvine, about the impact of adult immigrant detention and alternatives to detention on their children’s well-being.Elizabeth Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1245933/Podcast/arts-sciences/chronicles/2023/dr-elizabeth-aranda-joins-fellowship-focused-on-puerto-rico-in-post-disaster-settings.aspxDr. Elizabeth Aranda, professor of sociology and director of the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, will focus on the future of Puerto Rico in a post-disaster context in her newly awarded fellowship.External ArticleMon, 23 Oct 2023 11:25:30 Dr. Elizabeth Aranda joins fellowship focused on Puerto Rico in post-disaster settingsDr. Elizabeth Aranda, professor of sociology and director of the Im/migrant Well-Being Research Center, will focus on the future of Puerto Rico in a post-disaster context in her newly awarded fellowship.Photo of a flooded area captured by an interviewee from their home. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Elizabeth Aranda)/arts-sciences/chronicles/2023/dr-elizabeth-aranda-joins-fellowship-focused-on-puerto-rico-in-post-disaster-settings.aspxResearchhttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1168960/In Episode 1, Center Director Dr. Elizabeth Aranda interviews Nanci Palacios, Deputy Director of Faith in Florida, and Dr. Heide Castañeda, Professor of Anthropology, on the effects of SB 1718, the immigration law that passed in the Florida legislature in the Spring 2023 legislative session. This law criminalizes many aspects of immigrants’ lives in the name of curbing undocumented migration. In this episode, we discuss the law's effects on immigrants and their communities.External ArticleThu, 12 Oct 2023 00:44:06 Im/migrant Lives Season 1 Episode 1: Effects of SB 1718 on Florida's Im/migrant CommunitiesIn Episode 1, Center Director Dr. Elizabeth Aranda interviews Nanci Palacios, Deputy Director of Faith in Florida, and Dr. Heide Castañeda, Professor of Anthropology, on the effects of SB 1718, the immigration law that passed in the Florida legislature in the Spring 2023 legislative session. This law criminalizes many aspects of immigrants’ lives in the name of curbing undocumented migration. In this episode, we discuss the law's effects on immigrants and their communities.Elizabeth Aranda interviews guests for podcasthttps://rss.com/podcasts/immigrant-lives/1168960/Podcast/arts-sciences/chronicles/2023/pilot-study-to-highlight-outcomes-of-young-adults-from-immigrant-parentage.aspxCenter Director, Elizabeth Aranda, and Undergraduate Research Assistant, Felix Sutphin, were quoted in a USF College of Arts and Sciences HUB featured story on the pilot study exploring the incorporation outcomes among young adults with immigrant parent(s).External ArticleWed, 27 Sep 2023 13:57:13 Pilot study to highlight outcomes of young adults from immigrant parentageCenter Director, Elizabeth Aranda, and Undergraduate Research Assistant, Felix Sutphin, were quoted in a USF College of Arts and Sciences HUB featured story on the pilot study exploring the incorporation outcomes among young adults with immigrant parent(s).Young adults with immigrant parentage/arts-sciences/chronicles/2023/pilot-study-to-highlight-outcomes-of-young-adults-from-immigrant-parentage.aspxResearchhttps://www.npr.org/podcasts/903837375/florida-mattersElizabeth Aranda was interviewed on the effects of SB 1718 on immigrants in Florida on the radio show, Florida Matters, on WUSF, the local NPR station in TampaExternal ArticleWed, 21 Jun 2023 14:20:02 Florida Matters explores the impact of new state immigration laws on migrants and FloridiansElizabeth Aranda was interviewed on the effects of SB 1718 on immigrants in Florida on the radio show, Florida Matters, on WUSF, the local NPR station in Tampa�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.npr.org/podcasts/903837375/florida-mattershttps://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2023/03/26/helping-an-undocumented-immigrant-florida-could-soon-be-against-law-column/Elizabeth Aranda published the following Op-Ed in the Tampa Bay Times: “Helping an Undocumented Immigrant in Florida Could Soon Be Against the Law. Tampa Bay TimesExternal ArticleSun, 26 Mar 2023 14:35:45 Helping an undocumented immigrant in Florida could soon be against the lawElizabeth Aranda published the following Op-Ed in the Tampa Bay Times: “Helping an Undocumented Immigrant in Florida Could Soon Be Against the Law. Tampa Bay TimesA sign supports young immigrants who were part of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The author points out that because U.S. citizen children or those with DACA often act as institutional brokers for their families, the state Senate bill — SB 1718 — will place them at risk of arrest, for the mere act of caring for their families. [ RALPH BARRERA | AP ]https://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2023/03/26/helping-an-undocumented-immigrant-florida-could-soon-be-against-law-column/Publications & Productshttps://www.politifact.com/article/2023/feb/23/joe-biden-welcomed-thousands-ukrainians-many-are-i/Dr. Jody McBrien was interviewed by Politifact for “Joe Biden Welcomed Thousands of Ukrainians; Many are in Immigration Limbo,”External ArticleThu, 23 Feb 2023 15:32:14 Joe Biden welcomed thousands of Ukrainians; many are in immigration limboDr. Jody McBrien was interviewed by Politifact for “Joe Biden Welcomed Thousands of Ukrainians; Many are in Immigration Limbo,”With son, Volodymyr, holding a Ukrainian flag he made, Hanna Tverdokhlib, a 37-year-old Ukrainian immigrant, flashes a three-finger salute to her sister on a video chat in her apartment in Long Beach, Calif March 1, 2022. (AP)https://www.politifact.com/article/2023/feb/23/joe-biden-welcomed-thousands-ukrainians-many-are-i/Publications & Productshttps://www.wusf.org/politics-issues/2023-01-25/tampa-bay-organizations-help-grow-immigrant-populationElizabeth Aranda was quoted in a WUSF interview on immigrant organizations in Tampa.External ArticleWed, 25 Jan 2023 14:45:51 Tampa Bay area organizations are working to help the growing immigrant populationElizabeth Aranda was quoted in a WUSF interview on immigrant organizations in Tampa.WUSF's Kerry Sheridan (from left), spoke to Carol Mayo, director of the Hillsborough County Migrant Education Program, and a family about the education of farmworkers and their children in early 2021.https://www.wusf.org/politics-issues/2023-01-25/tampa-bay-organizations-help-grow-immigrant-populationPublications & Products/citl/programs/flc/Center Affiliate, Dr. Kiran Jayaram, has co-facilitated Faculty Learning Communities: 2023-2024 USF Faculty Learning Community, Pedagogical al-Shukūk: Decolonizing Natural and Social Science Courses (co-facilitated with Christina Richards) 2022-2023 USF Faculty Learning Community, Pedagogical al-Shukūk: Decolonizing Social Science and Humanities Courses (co-facilitated with Tangela Serls)External ArticleSun, 01 Jan 2023 15:47:06 Center Affiliate, Dr. Kiran Jayaram, has co-facilitated Faculty Learning CommunitiesCenter Affiliate, Dr. Kiran Jayaram, has co-facilitated Faculty Learning Communities: 2023-2024 USF Faculty Learning Community, Pedagogical al-Shukūk: Decolonizing Natural and Social Science Courses (co-facilitated with Christina Richards) 2022-2023 USF Faculty Learning Community, Pedagogical al-Shukūk: Decolonizing Social Science and Humanities Courses (co-facilitated with Tangela Serls)�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research University/citl/programs/flc/Publications & Productshttps://www.axios.com/2022/11/07/desantis-latino-voters-electionElizabeth Aranda was quoted in an Axios article about migrant relocation outside of Florida.External ArticleMon, 07 Nov 2022 16:28:45 DeSantis' Latino support grows as election nearsElizabeth Aranda was quoted in an Axios article about migrant relocation outside of Florida.Photo illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios. Photo: James Gilbert/Getty Imageshttps://www.axios.com/2022/11/07/desantis-latino-voters-electionPublications & Productshttps://www.yahoo.com/news/usf-study-finds-daca-immigrants-175900538.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudXNmLmVkdS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAABuFwJFJ0uJ7Ocd-lHVD7XUGXQkGWqHX6RTf0BP8q59r2ML2n9d_h9DuflS9nh44d1_oday6vrRAj5gW6wHGdsrs_z-hB5VzuQyZMjBcvFDSMO-IT0AKSGtZ39llxvLB5bMAbCqZSMapFIcfb0QeWsIIkWMwTCN9lc0TqCinwUR7Elizabeth Aranda and Heide Castañeda’s research on DACA was summarized in a news article in the Tampa Bay Times, reprinted in Yahoo NewsExternal ArticleWed, 02 Nov 2022 16:35:56 USF study finds DACA immigrants struggle with poor mental healthElizabeth Aranda and Heide Castañeda’s research on DACA was summarized in a news article in the Tampa Bay Times, reprinted in Yahoo News�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/usf-study-finds-daca-immigrants-175900538.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudXNmLmVkdS8%26guce_referrer_sig=AQAAABuFwJFJ0uJ7Ocd-lHVD7XUGXQkGWqHX6RTf0BP8q59r2ML2n9d_h9DuflS9nh44d1_oday6vrRAj5gW6wHGdsrs_z-hB5VzuQyZMjBcvFDSMO-IT0AKSGtZ39llxvLB5bMAbCqZSMapFIcfb0QeWsIIkWMwTCN9lc0TqCinwUR7Researchhttps://uchile.cl/noticias/200044/catedra-de-racismos-se-reune-con-representante-de-lasaIn November 2022, the Cátedra on Racisms and Contemporary Migrations met with our affiliate faculty member, Dr. Beatriz Padilla—Associate Professor of Sociology, Director of the Institute for the Study of Latin America and the Caribbean, and co-chair of the International Migration Section of the Latin American Studies Association—to discuss relevant issues regarding migrations in the Americas and plan future collaborations.External ArticleTue, 01 Nov 2022 16:15:39 Cátedra de Racismos y Migraciones Contemporáneas de la U. de Chile sostuvo reunión con representante de la Asociación de Estudios LatinoamericanosIn November 2022, the Cátedra on Racisms and Contemporary Migrations met with our affiliate faculty member, Dr. Beatriz Padilla—Associate Professor of Sociology, Director of the Institute for the Study of Latin America and the Caribbean, and co-chair of the International Migration Section of the Latin American Studies Association—to discuss relevant issues regarding migrations in the Americas and plan future collaborations.�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://uchile.cl/noticias/200044/catedra-de-racismos-se-reune-con-representante-de-lasaPublications & Productshttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2022/09/25/puerto-ricans-leaving-island-after-hurricane-fiona/8076767001/Elizabeth Aranda was quoted in USA Today on Hurricane Fiona’s effects on Puerto Rican migrationExternal ArticleSun, 25 Sep 2022 16:41:21 Will Puerto Ricans leave to the mainland US after Hurricane Fiona?Elizabeth Aranda was quoted in USA Today on Hurricane Fiona’s effects on Puerto Rican migrationThousands of Puerto Ricans evacuees lined up for a cruise ship in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in September 2017https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2022/09/25/puerto-ricans-leaving-island-after-hurricane-fiona/8076767001/Publications & Productshttps://www.tampabay.com/news/tampa/2022/09/24/reliving-trauma-tampas-puerto-rican-community-responds-fiona/Elizabeth Aranda was quoted in the Tampa Bay Times article on the effects of Hurricane Maria on Puerto Ricans who left Puerto Rico.External ArticleSat, 24 Sep 2022 16:49:55 ‘Reliving trauma’: Tampa’s Puerto Rican community responds to FionaElizabeth Aranda was quoted in the Tampa Bay Times article on the effects of Hurricane Maria on Puerto Ricans who left Puerto Rico.A man points to a home that was collapsed by Hurricane Fiona at Villa Esperanza in Salinas, Puerto Rico, Wednesday, September 21, 2022. Tampa Bay groups are sending help to the island after the hurricane. [ ALEJANDRO GRANADILLO | AP ]https://www.tampabay.com/news/tampa/2022/09/24/reliving-trauma-tampas-puerto-rican-community-responds-fiona/Publications & Productshttps://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/08/30/2022-18401/deferred-action-for-childhood-arrivalsCenter Director, Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, had her research cited (with C. Menjívar and K. Donato) in the Biden Administration’s update to the program, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).External ArticleTue, 30 Aug 2022 16:21:42 Research Cited-Deferred Action for Childhood ArrivalsCenter Director, Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, had her research cited (with C. Menjívar and K. Donato) in the Biden Administration’s update to the program, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).�鶹��Ƶ: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/08/30/2022-18401/deferred-action-for-childhood-arrivalsResearch