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New Data: U.S. Welcomes High-Skilled Workers, but Path to Permanent Residence Is Growing More Uncertain
August 18, 2026
Record Backlogs, Visa Shortages, and Increasing Scrutiny Are Straining the Employment-Based Immigration System WASHINGTON, D.C., August 18 — The United States continues to rely on high-skilled workers from around the world to stay globally competitive in key industries including technology, […]
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As Federal Immigration Enforcement Expands, New Playbook Helps State and Local Leaders Respond
August 18, 2026
New co-branded platform equips state and local leaders with practical tools for responding when federal immigration enforcement affects communities NEW HAVEN, CT / WASHINGTON, DC — As cities, counties, and states navigate responding to the impact of federal immigration enforcement policies, […]
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National Study: Only 1 in 4 Americans Believe They Can Influence Outcomes In Their Local Community
July 29, 2026
Washington, DC — Most Americans feel safe and comfortable in their communities, but only about one in four believe they have any real influence over how those communities are run, according to a new national study released today. The Center for Inclusion & Belonging at the American […]
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Measuring What Matters: How Washington Main Street Is Using the Belonging Barometer to Strengthen Downtown Communities
July 29, 2026
For decades, community revitalization has been measured by what we can easily count: number of new businesses, jobs created, building rehabilitations, affordable housing units, and dollars invested. Those metrics matter, but they don’t show the full picture. The Washington State Main Street […]
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How One Rural Nonprofit Turned Belonging Into a Community Strategy
July 28, 2026
Empowering Families, a nonprofit in western Nebraska, is transforming its programs and impact. The post How One Rural Nonprofit Turned Belonging Into a Community Strategy appeared first on American Immigration Council. […]


