U.S. citizenship is often the destination of the immigration journey for many. In Greater Houston, an estimated 360,000 Lawful Permanent Residents are eligible to apply for citizenship. This session will discuss the pathways to U.S. citizenship, eligibility requirements, available waivers for a Lawful Permanent Resident to acquire citizenship and the benefits such status provides.  

Learning Objective(s) 

Assess client’s eligibility for citizenship and communicate with them about the process of seeking citizenship and the benefits such status provides.  

Target Audience 

Interns, new staff, and community organizations will benefit the most from this training. Attendance required for Pathways to Citizenship Collaborative. 

Lunch will be provided upon arrival.