New Americans Campaign Case Studies
Supporting Citizenship: An Opportunity for State and Local Governments
Many lawful permanent residents who hope to become citizens face obstacles including financial barriers, language barriers, the need for affordable legal help, and an overwhelming lack of knowledge about the naturalization process. This policy primer enumerates a number of ways that city, county, and state governments can support naturalization in their communities.
A Case Study in Innovative Partnerships: How Human Services Agencies Can Help Increase Access to U.S. Citizenship
by Marion Coddou, Ph.D., Stanford University
Partnerships with local government can generate significant increases in the number of eligible lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who apply to become U.S. citizens. This case study of the New Americans Campaign’s unique partnership with human services agencies in three San Francisco Bay Area counties provides a roadmap for similar partnerships nationwide.
Research on the Benefits of and Overcoming the Barriers to Naturalization
Learn about recent research on the benefits and value of U.S. citizenship and overcoming access barriers.
Success Stories
Across the country the New Americans Campaign and its network of partners are helping citizenship-eligible lawful permanent residents achieve their dreams of becoming American citizens. Read some of their stories.
Read and Download Independent Evaluation Reports About the New Americans Campaign
Lawful Permanent Residents in the U.S.
Review data about and explore the map of citizenship-eligible residents in the U.S.
USCIS Tools
Visit the Citizenship Resource Center on the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services website.