Rise Above is designed to explore and create tools all of us can use to advance a positive vision of our nation’s shared future, a common melody that entices us to rise above fear and differences, and taps the strength of our diversity to foster a collaborative spirit among America’s communities. Rise Above is a campaign to help build and embrace an accurate “Story of Us”– a story of who we are and aspire to be as a country.
UnidosUS led a sign-on letter to the Department of Education supporting the expansion of Federal TRIO college preparatory programs to DREAMers/undocumented students.
Research has shown that early exposure to career options is crucial in developing learners’ interests and aspirations. However, many Black, Latino, and low-income learners lack access to high-quality opportunities to gain that exposure and to acquire the credentials necessary to be competitive in our nation’s economy.
UnidosUS submitted comments on the RFI regarding the identification and tracking of data related to ECE providers, strongly supporting the expansion of PSLF eligibility to all ECE providers, regardless of their employer’s tax status.
Written testimony submitted to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education on June 4, 2024.
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