Thread by @cliniclegal

Addressing Anti-Black Systemic Racism in U.S. Immigration Law and Policy — This panel features @DianaKonate w/ @AfricansUS, Haddy Gassama w/ @UndocuBlack, @MustafaJumale w/ @mnbictweets, @PenielIbe w/ @afsc_org #ConveneWithCLINIC
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It also includes @RISServes Staff Attorney Christy Williams and is moderated by CLINIC Director of Advocacy @lisa_parisio.
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@PenielIbe discussing how immigration is a space where anti-Blackness appears in layers of issues like education and health care.
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Black immigrants are often doubly targeted for their immigration status and for the color of their skin. Black immigrants are deported at higher rates, detained for longer periods of time and bonds are set for higher amounts.
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There is a hesitation from the current administration to be bold on important policies, like refugee admissions. - @MustafaJumale
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@DianaKonate provides context and an overview of the issues around Diversity Visas and the #LRIF program, which are crucial for Black immigrants.
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@DianaKonate - The Trump admin chipped away at the Diversity Visa program. The added passport requirement before even being selected to receive a DV is very burdensome and resulted in a 62% drop in applications from African countries.
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When folks talk about processing delays, I'm not sure they understand the human impact. - Christy Williams on #LRIF applications
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Haitians at the border are being deported under Title 42 and Haitians within the United States face potential deportation with uncertainty around #TPS for Haiti. - Haddy Gassama
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