Free Monthly DACA Clinics (Deferred Action for Early Childhood Arrivals)

DACA (Deferred Action for Early Childhood Arrivals) is a policy change that would stop the deportation of some undocumented youth and give them work permits for up to two years, which can be renewed indefinitely. After Latinos, Asians are the second largest (22%) undocumented population in New York City. DACA is a huge victory for DRUM’s YouthPower! members and youth across the country who have been fighting for legalization for undocumented youth and families since 2000.

Since DACA was announced by President Obama on June 15, 2012, DRUM has been holding monthly clinics in partnership with AALDEF (Asian American Legal Defense Fund) for undocumented youth in multiple South Asian languages for youth and families. DACA is not a pathway to citizenship, but our organizing with youth who attend clinics will build their leadership to win full legalization for all.

This year, DRUM will be partnering with VAMOS Unidos, an organization of Latino immigrant workers and youth, to run joint monthly DACA Clinics for Latino and South Asian communities in Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn.

If you are interested in learning more or want to schedule an appointment at our next DACA clinic in any of the boroughs listed above, please contact us at (718) 205-3036 or contact Roksana Mun, the Youth Organizer, at roksana@drumnyc.org