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Tahirih Statement on Work Permits for U-Visa Petitioners
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June 14th, 2021USCIS announced the implementation of a policy that allows U-visa petitioners within the U.S. who submit complete applications and pass a background check to receive a work permit and protection from deportation almost immediately, rather than waiting years in a backlogged system.
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The murder of George Floyd: One Year Later
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June 4th, 2021A reflection from Tahirih’s African Diaspora Caucus May 25, 2021 marked one year since George Floyd, a Black man, was viciously murdered on camera by a White, former Minneapolis […]
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Sexual Abuse: A Cause and a Consequence of Forced Marriage
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April 26th, 2021With spring in full bloom across the country, we know that wedding season is near.
And while this can be a thrilling time to celebrate life’s precious moments with their family and friends, for some, the return of the wedding season can be tied to the trauma of sexual assault and serve as a trigger for individuals who have been forced to marry.
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U.S. asylum law must protect women
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April 7th, 2021Our country’s asylum law urgently needs to be changed to clearly protect women who would otherwise meet the stringent requirements for asylum.
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Stop Asian Hate
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March 25th, 2021Tahirih stands with the AAPI community.
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This Valentine’s Day, Let’s Embrace Healthy Relationships
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February 12th, 2021It’s that time of year again! The stores are filled with heart-shaped chocolate candy boxes, teddy bears, balloons, and flowers in every checkout lane. Street vendors are out with their customizable baskets, and social media is filled with ads […]
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Payal Sinha
People
February 9th, 2021Payal joined Tahirih in 2021. As Managing Attorney for Tahirih San Francisco Office, she provides legal representation to survivors of gender based violence, mentors pro bono attorneys & oversees the […]