Immigration
A ‘Life in Limbo’: What’s Next for Kansas City’s DACA Recipients?
In June, the Supreme Court issued a ruling that upheld the Deferred Action of Childhood Arrivals program. Here’s what that means to recipients in Kansas City.
Proposed Detention Center for Immigrant Boys Withdrawn
A proposal to open a detention center for immigrant boys ages 11-17 at the former Kindred Hospital building at 8701 Troost Ave. has been withdrawn.
Star-Studded Virtual Cinco De Mayo Concert Aims to Raise Money for Farmworkers
In less than a month, producers from across the U.S. pulled together a virtual festival to help farmworkers.
Immigration Advocates Battle Proposed Shelter on Troost
Kansas City immigrant rights advocates are opposing a proposal to open a center for undocumented minors in a vacant hospital building.
Finding Refuge in KC | Hanadi Almansour
Hanadi Almansour and her family found both refuge and healing after fleeing Syria for Kansas City.
Finding Refuge in KC | Lidia Bastianich
Lidia Bastianich is one of the foremost figures in Kansas City food culture. What is less known is her backstory as a refugee from post-World War II Europe.
Finding Refuge in KC | Engoma Fataki
Engoma Fataki found refuge in Kansas City by pursuing an education.
Finding Refuge in KC | Hank Nguyen
Hank Nguyen built the boat that he used to help make his way from Vietnam to Kansas City.
Immigration Supporters Press For Action in Wyandotte County
Stymied in Roeland Park, immigrant-rights advocates are looking to gain a foothold in Wyandotte County in their effort to make Kansas more “safe and welcoming.” Spearheaded by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Kansas, along with various other organizations, the coalition wants localities to issue their own municipal IDs and to set clear guidelines…
Finding Refuge in KC | Muna Abdi
Muna Abdi is the first of five local refugees who will share their stories on Flatland in the coming weeks.