Areli is a Dreamer - 19 Interview with Author Areli Morales

DACA is stroke down once again. While we were expecting this news, it's not easy to face the reality that the DACA Program could be taken away. While we can still continue to renew our DACA application, millions of eligible applicants are left out of the program. We know DACA is only temporary, and the fear and anxiety to be at risk of loosing our jobs, or be separated from our family becomes more real with every new decision. Check-in on your DACA friends, and let them know we are all here for each other. No matter what, we are better together and I trust in God that bigger and better things are coming for us. 

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DACA is back in the courts! Last week, a hearing took place where we are once again left to await the fate of DACA. 

This episode shares the story of Liz. As a student, it has never been easy for Liz to manage the ups and down of knowing that DACA can end at anytime. In fact, Liz was prepared to move back to Mexico and enroll at a Mexican University back in 2017 when the DACA program was threatened. This upcoming Thursday, tune in to hear the inspiring story of Liz as she tells how she was able to push through her fears of being undocumented and managed to earn a full scholarship to complete her degree in engineering.

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We’re back!!!! This year we welcomed our newest family member, baby Dré! We are now four months postpartum and excited to share his birth story!

It was a roller coaster ride from preparing for birth, to experiencing labor, and rolling with complications. Overall, this is a positive induction story and such a unique experience I was able to share with my husband and family! 💙

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It's the end of the year and the beginning of a new chapter for us. Tune in to our last podcast episode announcing our pregnancy journey and wrapping our year filled with joy and happiness with our soon arrival. 

Thank you for all of the love and support this year! We had a great run in 2022 with 65 episodes featuring various guests, sharing many stories, and creating an amazing community. 

As we prepare for parenthood, I can only look forward to the many more podcast episodes, guests, and stories to come. 2023 will be a great one! Happy New Year Everybody!

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It’s traveling season, and as DACA recipients can you believe we can travel outside of the US through advance parole?

In todays’ podcast, Lucy shares about her personal experience renewing her DACA online, resources available for undocumented students, and her experience traveling to Mexico early this year on AP.

This is your sign to tune in and feel inspired and motivated going into the holiday season!

Resources Mentioned:

• United We Dream - How to Easily Renew Your DACA in 2022
• The Dream.US - Scholarships for Undocumented Students
• Facebook Groups - Dreamers2gether

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While growing up in Atlanta, Georgia our next guest had her Mexican roots very present in her life. Traditions, food, and holidays such as Dia De Los Muertos were staples for Meri Flores. Please tune in to this episode to hear her story how she has been able to embrace and celebrate her culture as a DACA Dreamer, even across her University for others to share in and participate as well.

SCHOLARSHIPS OPEN FOR UNDOCU STUDENTS - APPLY NOW!

Visit: TheDream.us for more information about the scholarships available. Application round starts November 1st, 2022!

The National Scholarship & The Opportunity Scholarship is providing up to 80K to cover your tuition, fees, and (room and board) for Bachelor's Degree.

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With everything surrounding the DACA program, we need to focus on the positive and call for action.

This DACA Series episode features the story to Karina, a successful Latina content creator taking space on social platforms to share about the undocumented experience and talk about what DACA means to her. From having her first job at 17, to now becoming a homeowner, DACA has been an opportunity granting her the ability to live out her dreams.As Karina shares through her episode, Querer es Poder, and we can do this!

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October 10th is World Mental Health Day spreading education and awareness on the importance of talking about mental health, and seeking help needed. Centered on this theme, this DACA Series episode is dedicated to sharing about Andrea’s personal experience with mental health and generational trauma within her family. We hope that through this personal story you find comfort in knowing that you are meant to be here, there is a purpose for you, and all things are possible through God!

Disclaimer: This is a personal story. Trigger warning is advised.

Scholarships for Undocumented Students

Visit: TheDream.us for more information about the scholarships available. Application round starts November 1st, 2022!

The National Scholarship & The Opportunity Scholarship is providing up to 80K to cover your tuition, fees, and (room and board) for Bachelor's Degree.

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This past decade has been a rollercoaster of emotions for DACA recipients and our undocumented community. On today's episode my guest, Gabi Delgado and I reflect on our journey having DACA for the last 10 years. Tune in to hear about our transition into Señora life, buying a home on DACA, and learning to live our best lives sin miedo.

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Grab your ID and get ready for a trip!

If you have ever wanted to Travel, even with DACA, you can enjoy the views and adventure of Puerto Rico. On tonight's episode, we'll hear from Jackie & Karina sharing about their trip traveling from NYC to the island. They talk about deciding to take the trip, the research they did, the process traveling to and from, and the takeaways for everyone interested in traveling too.

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