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What does your daily life look like (both in school and out) - what struggles do you face because of your status?
Currently, I am a full time student majoring in Human Services, interning at a women’s rehabilitation center, and working full-time. I hope to graduate in the Spring and apply to law school in the future. Being Undocumented does not stop me from going to law school if I choose to, but it does stop me from practicing in my home state since we do not have any laws in place that allow Undocumented individuals to take the bar exam.
What is something you would like to say to people that wish to appeal DACA?
I would tell the people who have appealed DACA to take a good look at our country. Immigrants are all around us and they are the reason why this country can grow and thrive. It is not just about the students who have worked hard and have pursued an education, it is about the fathers and mothers who work from dawn till dusk to provide a better future for themselves and their families. It is about the entrepreneurs who create businesses in our communities for the community. It is about being a hard worker and striving to be a better you every single day regardless of your hustle. It is about being a human being and deserving an opportunity of being just as part of this country as anyone else.
What has DACA done for you, and why is it important for it to remain intact?
DACA gave me the opportunity to continue to pursue an education after high school and has allowed me to work to help my family. It’s given me an opportunity to be an advocate for my community and speak up for everyone who still lives in fear.