Pennsylvania Immigration and Citizenship Coalition

For Youth

2019 Welcoming Schools Report

Last updated Feb 18 2020    

This report and resources provide a snapshot of the experiences of immigrant and refugee students and parents in school districts across Pennsylvania.  This report is designed to help guide educators and school administrators in creating and evaluating policies and practices at their schools. School districts are encouraged to use this report and the Welcoming Schools […]

2020 Welcoming Schools Report!

Last updated Jan 27 2021    

This report and resources provide a snapshot of the experiences of immigrant and refugee students and parents in school districts across Pennsylvania. This report is designed to help guide educators and school administrators in creating and evaluating policies and practices at their schools. School districts are encouraged to use this report and the Welcoming Schools […]

Education Access Toolkit for Undocumented Students

Last updated Mar 21 2021    

Undocumented students face unique challenges when applying for college. Some colleges and universities view undocumented students as out-of-state or international students, and charge higher tuition rates than for other residents of Pennsylvania. Many scholarships and types of financial aid are not open to undocumented students. For many students, this means putting a hold on or ending to dreams of attending college.

Family Preparation

Last updated Apr 23 2019    

Following recent executive orders that call for increased enforcement, community members are advised to prepare their families for the potential, worst case scenario that one or more family members are picked up by ICE. This is a very difficult conversation for our families to have. Download and share the following family preparation flyers for families […]

Know Your Rights

Last updated Jan 27 2021    

Do you know what to do if ICE comes to your door? Download resources to help educate your family and community!

Tuition Equity Toolkit (2019-20)

Last updated Apr 15 2020    

This toolkit includes 3 easy ways for advocates and allies to support the campaign for tuition equity. All materials, including tips, fact sheets and social media graphics are downloadable from this page. Please note we update this toolkit as needed. You will find the latest update at the bottom of each page of our toolkit. […]

Welcoming Schools Toolkit

Last updated Apr 15 2020    

This toolkit provides students, parents, and community members with the information and tools they need to work with their schools to enact policies to ensure that all students, regardless of immigration status, are welcome, safe, and protected in the school environment.