Thursday, November 30, 2017

U.S. Citizenship Class 29, Fall 2017, Milpitas Adult School



FEMA: Prepping A Go Bag With Supplies In Case Of An Emergency Playlist

Today we will host a speaker from the Milpitas Office of Emergency Preparedness from 7-8pm.

 N-400
  • Mix and Match Citizenship Interviews pdf
  • Voices of Freedom Activity Book (Part 12)

Integration
  • A Quick Interview Based on the N-400r plus 10qs about the Branches of Gov’t Part 2 pdf




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Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Deborah Parker (Tulalip) and the Violence Against Women Act (2013)



uscitizenpod: Deborah Parker (Tulalip) and the Violence Against Women Act (2013)

 November is Native American Heritage Month. November 25 begins the 16 Days of Activism against the Gender-Based Violence

 In 2012, Congress was debating the re-authorization of the 1994 Violence Against Women Act. Some Congress members wanted to limit whom the law protected. Others wanted to expand the VAWA, but had problems finding popular support.

 In late April 2012, Deborah Parker, Vice Chairwoman of the Tulalip Tribe, came to Washington D.C. for a meeting with the Environmental Protection Agency. While in Washington DC, Deborah Parker was invited by her state Senator, Patty Murray (WA), to make a public statement supporting the VAWA. Deborah Parker did more than that; for the first time, in public, she shared her own story of sexual assault and ongoing sexual violence against tribal women. Her story galvanized Senate support.

In 2013, Congress re-authorized the Violence Against Women Act. The act expanded federal protections to Native Americans, immigrants, and the lgbtq community. A key provision of the VAWA strengthened the protection of Native Women. Tribes can now prosecute non-Native Americans who commit crimes on tribal lands.

 What is the “rule of law”?

  • Everyone must follow the law.
  • Leaders must obey the law.
  • Government must obey the law.
  • No one is above the law.

For more Citizenship resources for Native American Heritage Month and 16 Days of Activism against the Gender-Based Violence, visit uscitizenpod.com

 POC Online Classroom: Feminist Hero Friday: Deborah Parker

 NCAI: Tribal Implementation of the VAWA


RockPaperJet: Tulalip B.O.D.: "We Raise Our Hands" - (VAWA)

 Senator Patty Murray: Women Senators, Tribal Leader Discuss Importance of VAWA Improvements

 SmithsonianNMAI: Strong Women/Strong Nations 7: Deborah Parker

 Tribal Law and Policy Institute: Deborah Parker on VAWA 2013 Reauthorization and the Role of Tribes

 TEDx Talks: Wisdom of the Cedars | Deborah Parker | TEDxOrcasIsland

 uscitizenpod: Citizenship Resources for Native American Heritage Month

 uscitizenpod: Resources for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence

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Tuesday, November 28, 2017

U.S. Citizenship Class 28, Fall 2017, Milpitas Adult School



VOA Learning English: Abraham Lincoln
Watch all of VOA Learning English: America's Presidents Playlist


N-400
  • Mix and Match Citizenship Interviews pdf
  • Voices of Freedom Activity Book (Part 12)

Civics
  • Voices of Freedom by Bill Bliss Ch.9 Civil War

Integration
  • A Quick Interview Based on the N-400r plus 10qs about the Branches of Gov’t Part 2 pdf
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Monday, November 27, 2017

USCIS: Avoid Scams Brochure in 19 Languages!


Good news! The updated Avoid Scam brochures has been posted on line! Please check it out!
Brochure provides information on
·         How to avoid becoming a victim of immigration service scams
·         Where to find a free or low-cost attorney or a DOJ-accredited representative
·         How to identify common immigration scams
·         Where to report having been a victim
https://www.uscis.gov/avoid-scams/resource-center    
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Sunday, November 26, 2017

Coca-Cola Orlando Eye Naturalization Ceremony



The Orlando Eye: Coca-Cola Orlando Eye Naturalization Ceremony

 In honor of Veterans Day, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services administered the Oath of Allegiance to America’s newest citizens during a special naturalization ceremony at the I-Drive 360 courtyard in front of the Coca-Cola Orlando Eye.

 Also watch:

WESH-2: 45 people become U.S. citizens at Orlando naturalization ceremony

 OCLS: Becoming an American Citizen at the Orlando Public Library
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Saturday, November 25, 2017

Resources for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence

http://bit.ly/16DaysforImmigrants



 uscitizenpod: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an international campaign to challenge violence against women and girls. The campaign runs every year from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day.

 Recently there has emerged serious allegations of sexual abuse by members of the U.S. Executive and Legislative Branches.  These "scandals" have prompted women (and some men) to share their own stories about sexual harassment and domestic violence.

 A little told story is that the USCIS, in accordance to U.S. Law, particularly the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), provides relief for immigrant victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, and female genital mutilation.

 In observation of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence , we will post resources related to civics, immigration, and gender-based violence.
We the People demand our inalienable right to live in freedom and without fear.
We the People demand justice and embrace the rule of law.

DHS and USCIS

 ESL

Legal Service

Multi-Lingual Resources



Videos
VOANews and VOALearning English (recent videos and stories)

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Friday, November 24, 2017

Philanthropist: 'I Cannot Eat Three Bowls of Rice at One Time'



VOANews: Philanthropist: 'I Cannot Eat Three Bowls of Rice at One Time'

 Vietnamese-American entrepreneur donates $10 million to help Harvey and California flooding victims rebuild. Elizabeth Lee talks with philanthropist Kieu Hoang.  Read more
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Thursday, November 23, 2017

Citizenship Resources for Thanksgiving




US Citizenship Podcast

 American English at State

 EL Civics

 VOA News

 USCIS Thanksgiving Resources
Beginning Level Thanksgiving 1 Lesson Plan
Thanksgiving 1 - Pilgrims and American Indians - Beginning Level
Thanksgiving lesson plan and handouts for literacy students and low beginners covering civics test items 58, 59, and 87.
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Beginning Level Thanksgiving 2 Lesson Plan
Thanksgiving 2 - The Pilgrim Story and My Immigrant Story - Beginning Level
Thanksgiving lesson plan and handouts for literacy students and low beginners covering civics test items 58, 59, 64, 96, and 100.
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Beginning Level Thanksgiving 3 Lesson Plan
Thanksgiving 3 - Traditions - Beginning Level
Thanksgiving lesson plan and handouts for literacy students and low beginners covering civics test item 100.
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Intermediate Level Early America Lesson
Early America - Intermediate Level
The Early America lesson plan and handouts for low intermediate and intermediate learners covering civics test items 10, 58, 59, and 87.
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