Public Attitudes
Beyond the Red Carpet: ‘A Lien’ and the Power of Film
Major awards shows play a key role in shaping American cultural identity. They reflect societal values, define what is considered significant in entertainment, and have the power to influence perspectives on history and the present moment. Among them, the Oscars stand as the most prestigious and globally recognized, dating back… Read More
Communities Continue to Stand by Immigrants Amidst Fear, Heightened Enforcement
The first few weeks of President Trump’s second term in office have instilled a heightened level of fear, as longtime neighbors, residents, and tightly knit communities have encountered increased federal immigration enforcement, elimination of safeguards like sensitive locations, and significant shifts in immigration policies. Nevertheless, many communities continue to show… Read More
Policy Options: Protecting Immigrant Communities at the State and Local Level
State and local communities are at the forefront of shaping the lives of immigrants. While some have advanced harmful policies, other state and local governments championed efforts to protect newcomers and enable their full participation in their communities. As we look ahead to 2025 and the uncertainty around federal immigration… Read More
“We’re All In!” Localities Celebrate and Commit to Making Their Communities Welcoming to All
By: The Center for Inclusion and Belonging, State and Local Initiatives Over the last week, communities in 49 U.S. states across eight countries and three continents declared “We’re ALL In!” as a part of Welcoming America’s 12th Annual Welcoming Week. More than… Read More
Immigrants Are Making Ohio Great. Let’s Talk About That.
20 years ago, Springfield, Ohio, had a problem. Like many communities in the Rust Belt, it seemed like good times were a thing of the past. Once a manufacturing hub, the city had been losing population for decades, with rising unemployment and falling incomes. City leaders set about turning things… Read More
New Round of Grants will Support Cities’ Efforts to Welcome Immigrants
The American Immigration Council and Welcoming America, two national nonprofits, are thrilled to announce that four communities were selected to receive Implementation Technical Assistance and Grant awards as part of Round V of the Gateways for Growth Challenge (G4G). Read More
“Belonging Begins With Us” Campaign and the Team Up Project Partner on New PSA to Unite Communities Across America
The Ad Council, American Immigration Council and the Team Up Project collaborate to encourage welcoming actions in communities across the country. Read More
Building Social Cohesion Among Diverse Youth During COVID-19
The United States has a long, complex history of immigration that has shaped how we view the country—its strengths, its shortcomings, as well as its promise to be a sum greater than its parts. For us to reach our fullest potential as individuals and as a nation, it is incumbent… Read More
The Belonging Barometer
Without a sense of belonging, individuals and communities suffer; with it, they thrive. Yet, because belonging is notoriously difficult to measure, it is often ignored when attempting to address the deep fractures in our societies. Read More
The Center for Inclusion and Belonging Announces its Belonging Innovation Laboratory Fellowship Winners
The Center for Inclusion and Belonging at the American Immigration Council announces the twelve organizations chosen to join its inaugural Belonging Innovation Lab Fellowship to bridge differences through their community-based programs and activities. Read More
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