We are so proud to announce that our client Gerson is going UC Berkeley on a full ride! 3 years ago he came to the US from El Salvador as an unaccompanied minor. In April 2019 our attorneys were able to secure his asylum status. Join us in congratulating him for his hard work
“When I started high school in the U.S, terms like college or higher education did not cross my mind at any point. Learning English was challenging under situations where you tend to lose your thoughts and motivation. - ImmDef client Gerson (Thread 2/6)
"When I got into UC Berkeley, I recognized all the elements- people, organizations, and experiences that contributed to that accomplishment. The desire for social justice is something that inspires me to help my community..." - ImmDef client Gerson (Thread 3/6)
"..and therefore, the reason for my hard work. The feeling of knowing that I will be attending college with a full ride scholarship after all the things that have happened, is indescribable." - ImmDef client Gerson (Thread 4/6)
"Right now, I am beyond grateful and motivated to become someone who will contribute to our society and for the next generations. Beginnings are not always easy, it is up to us to define the journey that will determine our personal growth." - ImmDef client Gerson (Thread 5/6)
"I believe we all can achieve great things and create change regardless of where we come from. ” - ImmDef client Gerson heading on a full ride to @UCBerkeley this fall. (Thread 6/6)
Gerson has been an advocate for immigrant youth as he forged his own path from El Salvador to @UCBerkeley. Listen to one of his speeches last year as he tells his story of escaping gang violence in his home country. #RestoreAsylumNow
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