Endorsement of TESOL Statement on Immigration Policy and Reform

The following TESOL Statement on Immigration Policy and Reform has been endorsed by the AAAL Membership:

http://www.tesol.org/news-landing-page/2017/08/28/tesol-approves-new-position-statement-on-immigration-policy-and-reform-in-the-united-states

AAAL endorses TESOL’s Position Statement on Immigration Policy and Reform in the United States because it is consistent with AAAL’s mission to raise awareness of language-related issues and “improve the lives of individuals and conditions in society," as well as with the AAAL Resolution Affirming Commitment to Promoting Diversity in AAAL. TESOL’s Position Statement recognizes the human rights of all immigrants and refugees, highlights the importance of creating resources and opportunities for immigrants, and emphasizes equity in access for immigrants and refugees in the United States. The AAAL PAEC believes that the statement is relevant and important for AAAL members to be aware of, and an endorsement would send a clear message of the field’s collective perspectives on immigration.
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