Resources for Undocumented and DACA Students
Resources for Undocumented and DACA Students
Teachers play a vital role for undocumented students and their families. This collection of resources compiled by The ILC Public Education Institute includes information about undocumented students’ rights, emergency planning guides, lists of scholarships and guides for teachers. Search below or use the “Browse” tab to explore a list of all available options.
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Seven Famous Undocumented/DACA Immigrants
Seven engaging stories of exceptional undocumented/DACA Americans
Undocumented Immigrant Students
Video showing challenges and fears of undocumented students in schools and universities, and strategies for educators to address them
Informed Immigrant Resource Library
Resources to support immigrants in navigating TPS, DACA, laws/rights, family preparation, detention and deportation, and mental health
DACA & Undocumented Students
Effective practices, narratives, policy documents, and research products on DACA and undocumented students
Undocublack Network
Network of currently and formerly undocumented Black people that fosters community, facilitates access to resources, and contributes to transforming realities
My Undocumented Life
Information and resources for undocumented students
UndocuEdu
NYC-based immigrant-led initiative that uplifts undocumented educators
Protecting Immigrant Students’ Rights to a Public Education
Resources to help families, advocates, educators and administrators advocate for students facing language access or enrollment barriers in public school
College Scholarships for DACA and Undocumented Students
Scholarships, college prep and expert advice for undocumented students and their families
immigrationLawHelp
Searchable online directory of more than 1,000 free or low-cost nonprofit immigration legal services providers in all 50 states
List of Scholarships and Fellowships
Regularly updated, searchable list of scholarships and fellowships that are open to undocumented and DACA students
Emergency Planning Guide for Parents with Uncertain Immigration Status
Resource offering support on how to make care plans for children
American Federation of Teachers: Immigration
Resources for teachers and schools about DACA and immigrant students' rights
What Teachers Supporting Undocumented Students Should Know
Short article outlining student and family rights as well as tips for educators
Special Attributes Scholarships
Comprehensive list of scholarships available to undocumented/TPS/DACA students and other groups
Family Preparedness Plan
Guide to help everyone create a Family Preparedness Plan, regardless of immigration status, available in English and Mandarin
Scholarships for DREAMers
List of financial aid opportunities for undocumented students and DREAMers
Supporting & Protecting Undocumented Students
Guide to what schools and leaders can do to help the undocumented community
Migration of Unaccompanied Children to the U.S.: Factors in Successful Integration
Article that describes six themes that promote and hinder the successful integration of unaccompanied minors in their communities
Families Belong Together Parent Resource Hub
Lessons, resources and coloring pages to help children develop compassion and self-understanding, and to become agents of change
Immigrant and Refugee Children: A Guide for Educators and School Support Staff
Guide for helping to open the doors of opportunity for undocumented, unaccompanied and refugee children living in the United States
Professional Development Module: Immigration in Secondary Schools
Create a supportive school environment, learn federal and NY state's college access and financial aid policies, facilitate youth empowerment activities
UndocuHealth
Mental health toolkits, directories, webinars and updates
Immi
Online screening tool, legal information and referrals to nonprofit legal services to help immigrants understand their legal options
Waking Dream Episodes
Six-episode series showing the reality of young people in the DACA program
Waking Dream Curricula
Collection of short videos and accompanying curriculum following the lives and challenges of DACA recipients
Understanding Undocumented Students’ Mental Health Challenges
Guide to supporting undocumented students' mental health and connecting them with resources
| Title | Description | Tags | Author |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Famous Undocumented/DACA Immigrants | Seven engaging stories of exceptional undocumented/DACA Americans | blog, middle school, high school, adult and higher education, general audience | The Immigrant Learning Center |
| Undocumented Immigrant Students | Video showing challenges and fears of undocumented students in schools and universities, and strategies for educators to address them | video, elementary school, middle school, high school, adult and higher education | The Immigrant Learning Center |
| Professional Development Module: Immigration in Secondary Schools | Create a supportive school environment, learn federal and NY state’s college access and financial aid policies, facilitate youth empowerment activities | middle school, high school, on-demand learning | CUNY Initiative on Immigration and Education |
| UndocuEdu | NYC-based immigrant-led initiative that uplifts undocumented educators | website, video, adult and higher education | CUNY Initiative on Immigration and Education |
| UndocuHealth | Mental health toolkits, directories, webinars and updates | website, elementary school, middle school, high school, general audience | United We Dream |
| Informed Immigrant Resource Library | Resources to support immigrants in navigating TPS, DACA, laws/rights, family preparation, detention and deportation, and mental health | website, elementary school, middle school, high school, general audience | Informed Immigrant |
| Protecting Immigrant Students’ Rights to a Public Education | Resources to help families, advocates, educators and administrators advocate for students facing language access or enrollment barriers in public school | website, elementary school, middle school, high school | Southern Poverty Law Center |
| My Undocumented Life | Information and resources for undocumented students | website, high school, adult and higher education | My Undocumented Life |
| UndocuBlack Network | Network of currently and formerly undocumented Black people that fosters community, facilitates access to resources, and advocates to transform the realities of our people | website, general audience | UndocuBlack Network |
| DACA & Undocumented Students | Effective practices, narratives, policy documents, and research products on DACA and undocumented students | website, high school, adult and higher education | Higher Ed Immigration Portal |
| List of Scholarships and Fellowships | Regularly updated, searchable list of scholarships and fellowships that are open to undocumented and DACA students | website, high school, adult and higher education | Immigrants Rising |
| College Scholarships for DACA and Undocumented Students | Scholarships, college prep and expert advice for undocumented students and their families | website, high school, adult and higher education | Best Colleges |
| immigrationLawHelp | Searchable online directory of more than 1,000 free or low-cost nonprofit immigration legal services providers in all 50 states | website, adult and higher education | Immigration Advocates Network and Pro Bono Net |
| Families Belong Together Parent Resource Hub | Lessons, resources and coloring pages to help children develop compassion and self-understanding, and to become agents of change | website, elementary school, middle school, high school | Families Belong Together |
| Immigrant and Refugee Children: A Guide for Educators and School Support Staff | Guide for helping to open the doors of opportunity for undocumented, unaccompanied and refugee children living in the United States | article/report, elementary school, middle school, high school | Learning for Justice |
| Waking Dream Curricula | Collection of short videos and accompanying curriculum following the lives and challenges of DACA recipients | lesson plan, middle school, high school, adult and higher education | iNation Media |
| Waking Dream Episodes | Six-episode series showing the reality of young people in the DACA program | video, middle school, high school, adult and higher education | Indie Lens Storycast |
| Supporting & Protecting Undocumented Students | Guide to what schools and leaders can do to help the undocumented community | website, elementary school, middle school, high school | Community for Accredited Online Schools |
| Informed Immigrant Resource Library | Resources to support immigrants in navigating TPS, DACA, laws/rights, family preparation, detention and deportation, and mental health | general audience, website | Informed Immigrant |
| Emergency Planning Guide for Parents with Uncertain Immigration Status | Resource offering support on how to make care plans for children | general audience, website | Office of the Attorney General Maura Healy |
| Scholarships for DREAMers | List of financial aid opportunities for undocumented students and DREAMers | website, adult and higher education | Get Schooled |
| Family Preparedness Plan | Guide to help everyone create a Family Preparedness Plan, regardless of immigration status, available in English and Mandarin | website, general audience | Immigrant Legal Resource Center |
| Special Attributes Scholarships | Comprehensive list of scholarships available to undocumented/TPS/DACA students and other groups | website, adult and higher education | Scholarships.com |
| What Teachers Supporting Undocumented Students Should Know | Short article outlining student and family rights as well as tips for educators | website, elementary school, middle school, high school | Paula Ann Solis |
| Migration of Unaccompanied Children to the U.S.: Factors in Successful Integration | Article that describes six themes that promote and hinder the successful integration of unaccompanied minors in their communities | article/report, elementary school, high school, middle school | United States Conference of Catholic Bishops |
| American Federation of Teachers: Immigration | Resources for teachers and schools about DACA and immigrant students’ rights | website, elementary school, middle school, high school | American Federation of Teachers |
| Understanding Undocumented Students’ Mental Health Challenges | Guide to supporting undocumented students’ mental health and connecting them with resources | website, elementary school, middle school, high school | Best Colleges |
| Immi | Online screening tool, legal information and referrals to nonprofit legal services to help immigrants in the U.S. understand their legal options | website, general audience | Immigration Advocates Network and Pro Bono Net |