Advocating for undocumented students is especially important in states like Tennessee that put limitations on what undocumented students can access. Explore ways to engage in advocacy to help us achieve educational equity for all Tennessee students.

Undocumented Student Resources

Experts in the Field

Check out our list of organizations and practitioners throughout the state that offer support for the undocumented immigrant community.

Tennessee Education Advocacy Hub

Our resource hub is designed for students, practitioners, families, and any other stakeholder wanting to become an advocate for education in Tennessee. The hub includes guidance on building your advocacy strategy, identifying your elected officials, understanding the bill-to-law process, and tracking priority education issues.

9 Key Criteria for Higher Ed Access and Success

EdTrust’s report compares 15 states with the highest numbers of undocumented students in college and explains how different legislative policies affect students access to a college education.

Supporting Undocumented Students to and Through Postsecondary

Supporting
Undocumented
Students to and Through Postsecondary

This pre-recorded session will showcase our latest research, and a resource hub filled with practical, step-by-step guidance for helping students access early college credit, navigate financial planning, enroll, and ultimately succeed in their academic and workforce goals.

More from the Undocumented Student Resource Hub

Preparing

Are you a high school student wondering what you need to do now to prepare for college?

Applying

Are you a senior in high school and ready to apply for college?

Paying

What options are available to help undocumented students in Tennessee pay for college?

Supporting

Are you an educator wanting to create an inclusive environment for undocumented students?

Graduating

How can undocumented graduates prepare to confidently enter the workforce?

Advocating

How can you advocate for undocumented students and their communities?