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WVC DREAMers Task Force

WVC DREAMers logo Wenatchee Valley College and the DREAMers Taskforce want to help you in fulfilling your dream of higher education.  We welcome you to take a look around our website and learn more about opportunities, campus resources, the admissions process, financial aid resources and much more!

Purpose

To identify barriers within Wenatchee Valley College that hinder student recruitment, retention and success as a result of DACA/HB 1079/DREAMers status.  This taskforce will provide training, resources and needed support to our WVC community to best serve these students.

The Butterfly Logo

Wenatchee Valley College’s DREAMers Taskforce adopted the image of the butterfly because it is widely viewed as a positive symbol of personal transformation, freedom from previous struggles, renewal and hope.  Like butterflies, undocumented students want to break free and soar.  Lastly, the circle with “WVC Dreamers” is a reminder of the welcoming and safe place that is available to all students within WVC. 

Local Resources for Undocumented Students

Latino Educational Achievement Project (LEAP) – The Latino/a Educational Achievement Project (LEAP) was started in 1998 to improve academic achievement of Latino students. LEAP offers services such as an annual educational conference and legislative day, student leadership forums and public education workshops for parents, students, and educators. LEAP is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization in Washington State. 
 Northwest Immigrants Rights Project - The Northwest Immigrant Rights Project promotes justice for low-income immigrants by pursuing and defending their legal status. They focus on providing direct legal services, supported by their education and public policy work. Want to get involved? In this website you will find volunteer and internship opportunities, workshops and great tips for preparing for DACA clinics. This site is prepared for DREAMERs by NWIRP. 

 

National Resources for Students

Immigrants Rising (formerly Educators for Fair Consideration, or E4FC) is a San Francisco-based non-profit organization that empowers undocumented people to pursue their educational and career dreams.

In this guide, you will find information about U.S. Immigration Policy, finding colleges that support undocumented students, information about affordable tuition rates and class formats, the college application process, financial aid options, and more.

OnlineColleges.net - Each year more than 65,000 undocumented students graduate from high schools in the U.S., but only a fraction continue on to college. This website is divided into few key sections, such as explanation of legal rights, including the DREAM Act and DACA, how to find and apply for colleges and financial aid for undocumented students.

 

Know your rights: What to do if immigration or the police come to your doorKnow your rights infographic

Stop and think twice when someone comes to your door

You're not normally required to open to the door to anyone. Immigration and police can't come into your home without a warrant signed by a judge.

Remain silent

You have the right to remain silent. Immigration can use anything you say against you.

Stay calm and do not run

Use your phone to take photos and note about the raid, but stay calm and do not run. 

Ask to speak to your attorney and think twice before signing anything

Do not sign forms you don't understand or don't want to sign. A lawyer who knows deportation defense may be able to help you fight your case. 

iAmerica has a list of legal services if you need a lawyer. For more immigration resources, go to iAmerica.org.