How to Support Immigrant-Origin Students
How to Support Immigrant-Origin Students
By Carola Suárez-Orozco
Director, Immigration Initiative at Harvard
November 12, 2024
Dear Colleagues,
At this critical moment, when immigration dominates national discourse, we must acknowledge the profound impact on the fastest-growing segment of our student population – children in immigrant families.
As educators, researchers, and community leaders, we have both an opportunity and responsibility to support these young people’s educational journeys and sense of belonging. This document offers concrete, evidence-based strategies for supporting immigrant-origin children and youth across various spheres of influence. Whether you work in K-12 settings, higher education, research, or policy, you’ll find actionable steps to foster inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive.
In solidarity,
Carola Suárez-Orozco
Director, Immigration Initiative at Harvard
Professor in Residence, Harvard Graduate School at Education
