https://www.usf.edu/arts-sciences/centers/iwrc/news/Recent posts from News & Mediaen-usTue, 21 Apr 2026 12:29:55 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.wusf.org/courts-law/2024-08-29/florida-undocumented-community-new-laws-intensify-harsh-reality?utm_source=Stay+Connected+with+WUSF%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_campaign=b0ec24093b-wake_up_call_2024_08_29_ga%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_medium=email%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_term=0_-2ec355dbef-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D%26amp;amp;amp;amp;mc_cid=b0ec24093bArticle discusses the impact of a new slate of immigration laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, particularly on undocumented immigrants. Dr. Elizabeth Aranda highlights the findings of a forthcoming survey conducted by the IWRC, which reveal how these policies have exacerbated family separation and increased psychological distress within immigrant communities. The center’s research reveals the far-reaching consequences of these policies, as many families struggle with heightened emotional and economic pressures.External ArticleThu, 29 Aug 2024 01:40:38 New laws intensify harsh reality for Florida's undocumented communityArticle discusses the impact of a new slate of immigration laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, particularly on undocumented immigrants. Dr. Elizabeth Aranda highlights the findings of a forthcoming survey conducted by the IWRC, which reveal how these policies have exacerbated family separation and increased psychological distress within immigrant communities. The center’s research reveals the far-reaching consequences of these policies, as many families struggle with heightened emotional and economic pressures.A mother of four looks out the window from her apartment, Aug. 24, 2023, in Homestead. The Honduran native worked as a house painter shortly after arriving in the U.S. in 2021. Fear has forced many undocumented workers to leave the state following a new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.https://www.wusf.org/courts-law/2024-08-29/florida-undocumented-community-new-laws-intensify-harsh-reality?utm_source=Stay+Connected+with+WUSF%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_campaign=b0ec24093b-wake_up_call_2024_08_29_ga%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_medium=email%26amp;amp;amp;amp;utm_term=0_-2ec355dbef-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D%26amp;amp;amp;amp;mc_cid=b0ec24093bPolicy Analysishttps://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2024/05/24/florida-migrants-families-are-stressed-anxious-heres-why/IWRC was quoted in article that discusses the concept of "normalized expendability," a term coined in a study led by Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, which explores how immigrant communities were excluded from pandemic relief despite their critical role as frontline workers. This exclusion has had lasting effects on their social and economic well-being. The article highlights the ongoing mental health challenges and stress faced by immigrant families, particularly those affected by policies like DACA and recent immigration legislation in Florida.External ArticleFri, 24 May 2024 14:13:28 In Florida, migrants’ families are stressed and anxious. Here’s why.IWRC was quoted in article that discusses the concept of "normalized expendability," a term coined in a study led by Dr. Elizabeth Aranda, which explores how immigrant communities were excluded from pandemic relief despite their critical role as frontline workers. This exclusion has had lasting effects on their social and economic well-being. The article highlights the ongoing mental health challenges and stress faced by immigrant families, particularly those affected by policies like DACA and recent immigration legislation in Florida.Gabriela Ibarra joins her daughters Kathy Camacho and Ashley Cruz as they listen to speakers at the "Freedom For All" rally against bills passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis while protesting in Homestead on July 1, 2023. [ AL DIAZ/ADIAZ@MIAMIHERALD.COM | Miami Herald ]https://www.tampabay.com/opinion/2024/05/24/florida-migrants-families-are-stressed-anxious-heres-why/Policy Analysishttps://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/austin/news/2024/04/26/cuban-immigration-increaseDr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in Spectrum News. In the interview, she discusses the unprecedented wave of Cuban immigration to Florida, noting that while many Cubans migrate by land through new routes like Nicaragua, sea crossings still occur. She highlights that Tampa has become the second-largest hub for Cuban migrants in Florida, after South Florida. Dr. Aranda provids expert insight into the political and economic factors driving this migration, including Cuba’s enduring dictatorship and policy changes that have facilitated migration to the U.S.External ArticleSat, 27 Apr 2024 14:21:13 Breaking down South Florida's record Cuban immigration numbersDr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in Spectrum News. In the interview, she discusses the unprecedented wave of Cuban immigration to Florida, noting that while many Cubans migrate by land through new routes like Nicaragua, sea crossings still occur. She highlights that Tampa has become the second-largest hub for Cuban migrants in Florida, after South Florida. Dr. Aranda provids expert insight into the political and economic factors driving this migration, including Cuba’s enduring dictatorship and policy changes that have facilitated migration to the U.S.Father and son duo Roberto Pizano (left) and Rafael Pizano use their voices to advocate for Cuban immigrants in south Florida. (Spectrum News/Lizbeth Gutierrez)https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/austin/news/2024/04/26/cuban-immigration-increasePolicy Analysishttps://www.politifact.com/article/2024/jan/17/ask-politifact-what-branch-of-government-is-really/Dr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in an article by the Poynter Institute’s Politifact. Dr. Aranda highlights that while all three branches of government are involved in immigration policy, Congress holds the greatest responsibility due to its failure to update immigration laws since the 1990s. She pointed out that the lack of legal pathways for immigrants has contributed to the ongoing challenges at the border.External ArticleWed, 17 Jan 2024 14:25:55 Ask PolitiFact: What branch of government is ‘really’ responsible for the crisis at the border?Dr. Elizabeth Aranda was interviewed and quoted in an article by the Poynter Institute’s Politifact. Dr. Aranda highlights that while all three branches of government are involved in immigration policy, Congress holds the greatest responsibility due to its failure to update immigration laws since the 1990s. She pointed out that the lack of legal pathways for immigrants has contributed to the ongoing challenges at the border.News placeholder graphic - laptop displaying News pagehttps://www.politifact.com/article/2024/jan/17/ask-politifact-what-branch-of-government-is-really/Policy Analysis