Statement on U.S. District Court Ruling on The Dream Project’s Intervention in Federal Lawsuit on Behalf of the Virginia Dream Act ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA – On February 27th, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia notified the Dream Project that it denied the […]
As we reflect on another year of growth and impact, the Dream Project is excited to share the 2023-24 Annual Report. This document highlights the incredible achievements, stories of success, and the key data points showcasing the unwavering dedication to our community. Thanks to your
“The path to progress and justice is not always linear. For our community, it often feels more like a route of twists and turns with every election cycle — offering moments of calm only to bring renewed uncertainty and anxiety to the lives of immigrant
Statement from Executive Director Karen Vallejos Corrales on 2024 Election Results Read More »
Program Assistant (Part Time: 25 hours a week, Hybrid from the Arlington, VA area) $25 per hour Role Description The Program Assistant will support structures and processes facilitating the organization’s Mentoring, Scholarship, scholar and alumni support, and parent and family engagement programs. They will demonstrate
Dream Project Executive Director Karen Vallejos Corrales understands from personal experience how higher education is not always guaranteed. In her story, she tells us how family, community, and passion played a role in her pursuit of education and how she now works to enable that
A Letter from Nataly, a Dream Project Alumna. All I remember was the plane touching down and making that loud whistling noise. I was six years old and had just made the journey from Cochabamba, Bolivia to the US. My mom looked over, hugged me
They came here under duress in search of a better life. Undocumented or not, they are proud to be American. August 24, 2023 Matt Mendelsohn Bryan Viera, a Marymount University graduate, came to the U.S. alone from El Salvador at age 15. (Photo by Matt Mendelsohn)
Guatemala has one of the lowest rates of average life expectancy, educational levels, and income, not just in Central America, but in the world. Anderson bravely fled Guatemala to seek safety, security, and opportunities in the US. He is now a Dream Scholar and an
The Organization of American States released a report- co-authored by Dream Project Board member Marie Price – on immigrant reception and inclusion in cities throughout the hemisphere. For this project, Marie interviewed (Dream Project founder and Board Chair) Dr. Emma Violand-Sanchez and (Board Chair Emeritus)
OAS Report: Reception and Integration of Migrants and Refugees in Cities Read More »
The Dream Project is proud to be part of Alexandria’s annual Day of Giving. This initiative—Spring2ACTion—connects donors to nonprofit organizations and unites our community around causes in which we truly believe. We hope you choose to support the Dream Project. Your donation will provide scholarships
During Spring2Action, Your Donation Will be DOUBLED Read More »
