Women entrepreneurs play a big role as Street Vendors although their contributions are often overlooked for this year’s Women’s History month we are putting the spotlight on them. Women have… Read more
Read the press releaseMost immigrants have been able to find at least moderate success in the U.S. economic landscape and a substantial number have done quite well, according to a study released today… Read more
Read the press releaseThere are 48 million immigrants in the United States, making up 14 percent of the overall population. This includes all people who are living in the United States and were… Read more
Read the press releaseThe Trump Administration is promising an unprecedented intensity of enforcement actions aimed at removing immigrants from their communities, their workplace, and often from their families. In many cases this… Read more
Read the press releaseEnrolling in or renewing Medicaid can be a difficult process for anyone. Technical jargon, long wait times, and a lack of assistance can all be offputting. However, it is especially… Read more
Read the press releaseImmigration Research Initiative and Economic Policy Institute are co-publishing a series of one-page summaries of what we know for sure: immigrants are good for economic growth. Below is the one-pager… Read more
Read the press releaseOverview From the vendors who sell jewelry and souvenirs, to the classic hot dog stands and food trucks that serve tourists and attract foodies from across the world, to the… Read more
Read the press releaseSummary The recent increase in immigration to Buffalo poses short-term challenges, but in the long run it should be seen as a clear opportunity for overall growth. The city can… Read more
Read the press releasePeople who are undocumented work in a wide range of jobs and pay taxes, and will reduce this country’s longterm deficit, according to two parallel reports released today by Immigration… Read more
Read the press releaseIt is important to understand the under-recognized role of Black immigrants in the American economic landscape. Black immigrants face a series of intersectional issues that affect their earnings, such as… Read more
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