by Wright, Frank,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Immigration to North America Physical details: 112 pages : illustrations (mostly color), portrait ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Asylum, Right of --Juvenile literature. | Political refugees --Juvenile literature. | Forced migration --Juvenile literature. | Immigrants --North America --History --Juvenile literature.
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluefield High School | 323.6 WRI | Available |
7-A.
12-A.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 103-104) and index.
Introduction: The changing face of the United States -- Introduction: The changing face of the United States -- What is an asylee -- Immigration and asylum policy -- Boatlifts from the Caribbean -- Central America -- The asylum law changes of 1996 -- The asylum process, step by step -- Life in the New World -- asylum in the spotlight -- Glossary -- Further reading -- Internet resources.
Explores the history of the asylum process in North America, as well as the step-by-step process by which a person receives asylum. Includes examples of cases in which people have found safe haven in the United States and Canada.