These resources empower colleges to address the unique challenges undocumented students face, offering guidance on legal rights, mental health, career development, and campus-based support. With these tools, colleges can create inclusive, informed and supportive environments that promote the well-being and future success of all students, regardless of immigration status. This information is also available in Español, 한국인, 中國人 and Tiếng Việt.
Support Programs
Undocumented Students Program
Visit our Undocumented Students web page for a number of resources, including policy updates, webinar recordings and legal services.
FindYourAlly
Browse the FindYourAlly website for free immigration legal services and case support for students, staff, and faculty on California community college campuses statewide or virtually.
UndocuLiason Directory
Find your college UndocuLiaison for support and resources.
Mental Health for Undocumented Students
This Mental Health – Undocumented Students resource provides guidance for supporting the mental health of undocumented students, highlighting strategies to address status-related stress and connect them with resources. It benefits community college staff, mental health professionals, and UndocuLiaisons, offering practical steps for fostering an inclusive, supportive environment.
Election Stress and Discriminatory Rhetoric: Responding with Psychological First Aid (PFA)
From the Center for Adjustment, Resilience and Recovery (CARRE) this guide (available in English) contains tips and resources for providers to provide support and information to clients who may be experiencing distress.
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Top 10 Ways to Support Undocumented Students
This Quick Guide and Mental Health Grounding and Reflection Toolkit offers strategies to support undocumented students who may be struggling with anxiety and/or trauma. Please note the document is formatted for printing as a foldable brochure and page 2 is the first page listed.
Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education
Browse this list of resources, advocacy tools, and best practices to help institutions of higher education support Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients, undocumented students, and other Dreamers.
Immigrants Rising
Founded in 2006, Immigrants Rising transforms individuals and fuels broader changes. With resources and support, undocumented people are able to get an education, pursue careers, and build a brighter future for themselves and their community. Below are some additional resources to support mental health for undocumented students.
Undocumented Student Campus Resources Interactive Map
The Campaign for College Opportunity offers information about campus centers for undocumented students, support programs, website addresses with relevant information, and contact information of undocumented allies/liaisons in postsecondary education settings.
Empowering Undocumented Students: A Guide for Career Services
fwd.us offers a comprehensive guide for undocumented students to achieve their career aspirations in California.
