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Elections '08 Resources - As the South Asian community is gearing up for the 2008 Elections, SAALT has developed some key resources to provide insight and amplify the South Asian voice. (September 2008)
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Upcoming Events:
9/25 - Night of 1000 Conversations in Washington DC: Join us for a panel and interactive discussion on the impact of policies on immigrant communities.
10/4 - Be the Change: National Day of Service is happening in over 60 locations around the country! Click here to see if your city or campus is participating.
Resources:
A National Action Agenda: Policy Recommendations to Empower South Asian Communities in the United States (June 2006) - Check out this document which sets forth issues affecting the South Asian community and provides recommendations for policymakers, community-based organizations, stakeholders, allies, media, and the general public. A National Action Agenda is a product of the National Coalition of South Asian Organizations (NCSO).
"What You Need to Know to Become a U.S. Citizen: A Guide for South Asians (April 2008) (English; Bangla; Hindi; Gujarati; Urdu) Check out this new informational guide on citizenship for the South Asian community which will assist immigrants in understanding the changes and requirements of the naturalization process. This guide provides answers to frequently asked questions about how the naturalization process works; obstacles faced by South Asian applicants; the content of the new naturalization exam to be implemented in October 2008; and information to assist elderly immigrants seeking naturalization.
