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Legal services to low-income immigrants, asylum seekers, survivors of human trafficking and family violence, and all those currently held in detention centers.

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As we celebrate this significant occasion, let us remember all that we have in common and continue to focus on honoring our legacy as a nation of immigrants and fostering an inclusive future for all! (2/2)

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As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary, there is much to celebrate. We are a country of immigrants, and our prosperity, diversity, and success are due to the immigrants who helped to create and build, and continue to strengthen this nation. (1/2)

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We are extremely grateful for Rebecca’s time with us as Co-Executive Director and are confident that Griselda will continue American Gateways’ mission in serving the Central Texas immigrant community. ❤️

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We would like to formally congratulate Griselda Cepeda Barrera on becoming our new Co-Executive Director, alongside Edna Yang. 👏🏽🌟

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Our Co-Executive Director, Rebecca Lightsey, is stepping down later this year, and Griselda, who has been with American Gateways for over 17 years—including 10 years in senior management—will be stepping into this role.

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including 10 years in senior management—will be stepping into this role.

We are extremely grateful for Rebecca’s time with us as Co-Executive Director and are confident that Griselda will continue American Gateway’s mission in serving the Central Texas immigrant community. ❤️

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BREAKING: The Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship. This is a major victory today for millions of families across the country. Birthright citizenship is NOT up for negotiation! 👏🏽

#SupremeCourt #SupremeCourtRuling #BreakingNews #AmericanGateways

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Meet Santiago! 🌟

Santiago graduated from St. Mary’s School of Law and hopes to learn more about Special Immigration Juvenile Status (SJIS) cases. We are excited to have him on the team this summer 😊

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American Gateways has welcomed a new team of interns this summer. Kayla Trujillo is from Laredo, Texas and graduated from University of Texas at San Antonio. We look forward to working with Kayla & assisting more people at AG!🙌🏽

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journey toward freedom for Black individuals. Today, the significance of this event is acknowledged worldwide. We honor this milestone, recognizing its vital role in our shared history and the ongoing journey toward equality and understanding. (2/2)

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Juneteenth, first observed as "Emancipation Day" in 1866 in Galveston, Texas, holds deep significance for many and was officially recognized as a state holiday in 1979. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles and triumphs in the - (1/2)

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We’re so happy to announce the release of Mrs. Aguirre from the Dilley Detention Center. These victories give us hope & remind us of why we do this work. American Gateways will continue fighting for those inside these unjust detention centers! Every person & every story matters📢

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Thank you to @msrachelforlittles for bringing the voices of detained children to congress. Every child deserves love, dignity, respect, and freedom 📢 We will fight for all families until they return home ⚖️

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Thank you to everyone who attended our June Fiesta and celebrated Immigrant Heritage Month with us!!! 🪅😊 We are so grateful for all the support from our community and sponsors that made this event possible 💛

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Thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping us with our June Fiesta this past Friday! We are extremely grateful for their support and contributions towards American Gateways and the people we serve ❤️

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Breaking news! 🚨📰 Federal Court Vacates Trump-Vance Administration Policies Targeting Immigrants Based on Country of Origin. Our Co-Executive Director, Edna Yang, weighs in.

#AmericanGateways #ImmigrantJustice #ImmigrantRights #ImmigrantNews

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At American Gateways, we proudly stand with the LGBTQ+ community, this month and every day of the year. We champion dignity, human rights, and a welcoming environment for all, because everyone deserves to thrive without fear. Happy Pride Month!❤️🏳️‍🌈

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Thank you to @kut_austin for having us on their ‘Immigration in Central Texas‘ panel! 🎤 We are appreciative of the opportunity to share insights on the immigration landscape as well as listen to important stories impacting our communities.

Thank you to everyone who tuned in!❤️

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June is Immigrant Heritage Month!
Immigrants are an integral part of our country and our communities❤️ This month we celebrate their countless contributions and help uplift their voices even more. At American Gateways, we stand with immigrant families every day.
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Join us at our 9th Annual June Fiesta to celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month!⭐️🪅 Free and open to the public. RSVP with the QR code or link below. Attendees can also participate in our World Cup tickets raffle!🎟️⚽️ We hope to see you there!!!😊

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