The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy is changing the lives of many undocumented immigrants — including those who are from Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities.
Advocates gathered at a press briefing in Los Angeles to urge more AAPI immigrants to apply.
The event was organized by New America Media, Ready California, Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Los Angeles and the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
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