Citizenship education and training

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Citizenship and Immigration Services awarded a $450,000 Project Grant under the Citizenship Education and Training federal grant program (CFDA 97.010) to the Central American Resource Center - Carecen - Of California. The two-year grant, effective October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2025, will fund initiatives to promote instruction and training on the rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship for lawful permanent residents. Typical funded activities include citizenship instruction, naturalization application assistance, English language classes, civics education, and integration services for immigrants and refugees. The grant aims to expand access to high-quality citizenship preparation services nationwide to help eligible individuals gain the knowledge and skills necessary for successful integration into American society.