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Asylum 101Date: October 3, 2026 Time: 12:00&ndash;2:00 PM PST Location: Virtual CEUs: 0.2 RID CEUs PresentersNatalie Prokop and Nicole Gamble Volunteer Immigration Attorneys for Hands United&nbsp; Target AudienceInterpreters, Deaf and hard-of-hearing professionals, advocates, and other professionals who work with Deaf and hard-of-hearing immigrants. Description of EventThis introductory workshop provides participants with an overview of the U.S. asylum process, with particular attention to issues affecting Deaf and hard-of-hearing immigrants. Participants will learn the basic requirements for asylum, including the five protected grounds and how Deafness or disability may relate to a particular social group.&nbsp; Presenters will walk participants through the asylum process from filing Form I-589 through USCIS asylum interviews or immigration court proceedings. The workshop will also address communication access during asylum proceedings, including the provision of appropriate sign language interpreters and what may happen when interpretation is insufficient. &nbsp; Participants will also receive an introductory overview of what happens after an asylum decision, including appeals, employment authorization, adjustment to lawful permanent resident status, and other considerations for individuals granted asylum.&nbsp; Learning OutcomesBy the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Identify the five protected grounds for asylum and describe how Deafness or disability may be relevant to an asylum claim.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Describe the basic steps of the asylum process, including filing Form I-589 and the differences between proceedings through USCIS and immigration court.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Explain key communication-access considerations for Deaf and hard-of-hearing asylum seekers during asylum interviews and immigration court hearings.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Recognize major steps that may follow an asylum decision, including appeals, employment authorization, and adjustment to lawful permanent resident status.</li></ul>CEU InformationSign Language Studios (SLS) is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This Professional Studies program is offered for 0.2 CEUs at the Little/None Content Knowledge Level. To receive the full 0.2 CEUs, participants must:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Attend the entire two-hour workshop.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Participate in the workshop as required.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Complete the CEU sign-in/attendance form during the workshop on October 3.</li></ul>The sign-in form must be completed on the same date and during the scheduled workshop period. It may not be submitted before the workshop begins or after the workshop date. Administrators are able to verify the date and time the form was submitted. Refund/Cancellation PolicyRefunds will be provided for cancellations made up to 3 days before the workshop. Reasonable AccommodationsRequests for reasonable accommodations will be honored for participants. Please submit accommodation requests in advance whenever possible. Non-Discrimination StatementHands United promotes an environment of mutual respect free from discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, hearing status, or any other protected class. Educational Disclaimer: This workshop provides general educational information about the asylum process and is not intended to provide individualized legal advice.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1789409526/wysiwyg/hdngkj4nol3vmokupa3x.png" style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 600px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1789409536/wysiwyg/yohmof9aryki9fh2dixw.jpg" style="width: 228px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 228px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1789409548/wysiwyg/l87gvn9e4kxbxnswjnwl.png" style="width: 280px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; max-width: 100%; position: relative; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 280px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable">

Asylum 101Date: October 3, 2026 Time: 12:00–2:00 PM PST Location: Virtual CEUs: 0.2 RID CEUs PresentersNatalie Prokop and Nicole Gamble Volunteer Immigration Attorneys for Hands United  Target AudienceInterpreters, Deaf and hard-of-hearing professionals, advocates, and other professionals who work with Deaf and hard-of-hearing immigrants. Description of EventThis introductory workshop provides participants with an overview of the U.S. asylum process, with particular attention to issues affecting Deaf and hard-of-hearing immigrants. Participants will learn the basic requirements for asylum, including the five protected grounds and how Deafness or disability may relate to a particular social group.  Presenters will walk participants through the asylum process from filing Form I-589 through USCIS asylum interviews or immigration court proceedings. The workshop will also address communication access during asylum proceedings, including the provision of appropriate sign language interpreters and what may happen when interpretation is insufficient.   Participants will also receive an introductory overview of what happens after an asylum decision, including appeals, employment authorization, adjustment to lawful permanent resident status, and other considerations for individuals granted asylum.  Learning OutcomesBy the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:<ul><li>Identify the five protected grounds for asylum and describe how Deafness or disability may be relevant to an asylum claim.</li><li>Describe the basic steps of the asylum process, including filing Form I-589 and the differences between proceedings through USCIS and immigration court.</li><li>Explain key communication-access considerations for Deaf and hard-of-hearing asylum seekers during asylum interviews and immigration court hearings.</li><li>Recognize major steps that may follow an asylum decision, including appeals, employment authorization, and adjustment to lawful permanent resident status.</li></ul>CEU InformationSign Language Studios (SLS) is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This Professional Studies program is offered for 0.2 CEUs at the Little/None Content Knowledge Level. To receive the full 0.2 CEUs, participants must:<ul><li>Attend the entire two-hour workshop.</li><li>Participate in the workshop as required.</li><li>Complete the CEU sign-in/attendance form during the workshop on October 3.</li></ul>The sign-in form must be completed on the same date and during the scheduled workshop period. It may not be submitted before the workshop begins or after the workshop date. Administrators are able to verify the date and time the form was submitted. Refund/Cancellation PolicyRefunds will be provided for cancellations made up to 3 days before the workshop. Reasonable AccommodationsRequests for reasonable accommodations will be honored for participants. Please submit accommodation requests in advance whenever possible. Non-Discrimination StatementHands United promotes an environment of mutual respect free from discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, hearing status, or any other protected class. Educational Disclaimer: This workshop provides general educational information about the asylum process and is not intended to provide individualized legal advice.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1789409526/wysiwyg/hdngkj4nol3vmokupa3x.png" style="width:600px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;position:relative;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%" /><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1789409536/wysiwyg/yohmof9aryki9fh2dixw.jpg" style="width:228px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;position:relative;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%" /><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1789409548/wysiwyg/l87gvn9e4kxbxnswjnwl.png" style="width:280px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;position:relative;box-sizing:inherit;max-width:100%" />

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Asylum 101

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