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FASS is currently advertising for funded studentships including for two Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs).

CHASE (Consortium for the Humanities and the Arts South-East England) an AHRC-funded Doctoral Training Partnership . Find out more about CHASE .

OU-Grand Union Studentship , ESRC-funded consortium uniting Brunel University London, the Open University and the University of Oxford. Find out more More about Grand Union Partnership .

Within the Grand Union DTP there are two funded studentships co-created with leading NGOs, Studentship with Christian Aid and Studentship with World Vision .

Faculty-funded studentships in the Social Sciences .

A PhD may be completed on either a full-time or part-time basis. The maximum registration for a PhD programme is four years (full-time study) or six years (part-time study).

During this time, you will develop a variety of research and other transferable skills, conduct primary research in your chosen area, and analyse and disseminate the results in a doctoral thesis of no more than 100,000 words, which you will defend via an oral examination. Your thesis must meet the expectations specified in the  QAA Framework for Higher Education Qualifications .

All PhD students are initially registered for a Master of Philosophy (MPhil), and the PhD registration is confirmed after the successful completion of a probationary assessment (at the end of year 1 for full-time students and year 2 for part-time). Your academic progress will be monitored throughout your degree studies, via formal progress reports and regular meetings with your supervisors.

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You will get a huge sense of personal achievement. Our doctoral training programme will help you develop transferable skills that will be invaluable in your subsequent career. The research techniques and methodologies you master will enable you to make a direct contribution to the advancement of knowledge in your chosen subject area.

In a modern, knowledge-based economy, highly educated and skilled people such as doctoral graduates are in great demand. They form the most highly educated and skilled group in the UK. Many will go on to use their skills within academia or in research-intensive occupations in industry. However, there will be others who will draw on their research background and the skills gained through a doctoral degree to pursue a wide variety of other careers.

After exploring The Open University online prospectus, you may wish to visit  Vitae . Vitae is the UK organisation championing the personal, professional and career development of doctoral researchers.

Entry requirements vary according to the research topic and the specific studentship scheme you might be applying to. The minimum entrance requirement is an upper second class honours degree or Masters degree relevant to the proposed area of study from a recognised higher education institution (or other degree-awarding body) in the UK. The comparability of qualifications from outside the UK with The Open University requirements will be determined with reference to  UK ENIC . 

You may begin your studies in either October or February. This ensures that you benefit from development and training as part of a cohort of postdoctoral students.

For 1 st October start, deadlines for applications fall within the Jan-April period each year , depending on the Discipline to which you are applying. Please check with the discipline-specific pages.

For 1 st February start, the closing date for applications 31 st August . Once again, please contact the Discipline directly for further information if you are interested in a February start. 

Students who wish to fund their own studies can apply for October or February entry. Disciplines will advise further if they have additional application dates for self-funded students. 

Student wishing to apply for studentships should consult studentship adverts for application closing dates, as these vary according to studentship scheme.

Both the MPhil and PhD degrees are offered on a full-time and part-time basis.

Full-time students should not take on more than six hours of paid work per week. Full-time students are expected to commit to spending a minimum of 37 hours a week on study. There is no limit to the number of hours part-time students can work. Part-time students are expected to commit to spending a minimum of 18.5 hours a week on study.

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is partner in two Doctoral Training Partnerships ( DTP) which award PhD studentships on a competitive basis.

The Grand Union Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) is ESRC funded and is a partnership between The Open University, the University of Oxford and Brunel University London.  Further information is available at OU postgraduate research prospectus .

The Open-Oxford-Cambridge DTP (OOCDTP) is AHRC funded and is a partnership between The Open University, the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge. Further information is available at OU postgraduate research prospectus and Collaborative Doctoral Awards on OOCDTP website .

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What is a PhD?

A PhD is a Doctorate of Philosophy, a prestigious qualification which is the highest level of degree that a student can achieve, demonstrating talent, academic excellence and a thirst for knowledge. In a modern knowledge-based economy, highly educated and skilled people such as doctoral graduates, are in great demand. They form the most highly educated and skilled group in the UK and internationally. Many will go on to use their skills within academia or in research-intensive occupations in industry. However, there will be others who will draw on their research background and the skills gained through a doctoral degree in a wide variety of other occupations. Examples of the type of employment opportunities taken up by PhD holders can be found at Vitae: researcher careers.

What will I get from a PhD?

You will get a huge sense of personal achievement. Our doctoral training programme will help you develop transferable skills that will be invaluable in your subsequent career. The research techniques and methodologies you master will enable you to make a direct contribution to the advancement of knowledge in your particular subject area.

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The normal minimum entrance requirement is an upper second class honours degree or masters degree, relevant to the proposed area of study, from a recognised higher education institution in the UK or other recognised degree-awarding body.

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The Open University Business School (OUBS) provides a lively and stimulating interdisciplinary research environment for PhD students. As a PhD student in OUBS you will be provided with the resources and support you need to enable you to fulfil your intellectual potential and generate research impact in your chosen field.

Doctoral researchers are fully integrated into the School’s academic and research community through regular seminars and social activities. Key to your development are the learning opportunities enabled by The Open University Graduate School and research training provided within the Faculty of Business and Law. We are also members of the ESRC Grand Union Doctoral Training Partnership .

Many of our PhD students go on to build successful academic careers internationally. Other OUBS students use the PhD as a platform for continuing professional development in a wide variety of occupations, from policing and international development work to management consultancy and international finance.

See the latest news from our PhD students on our news page .

Doctoral students are affiliated to one of four academic departments in the School:

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• People and Organisations
• Public Leadership and Social Enterprise
• Strategy and Marketing

We currently have over 65 PhD students investigating a wide range of research topics.

Full-time research students are based at our Milton Keynes campus.

Part-time research students are normally resident in the UK and attend regular meetings at The Open University Business School.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to view the School’s research and people pages for further information about specific areas of research expertise. For further information about our PhD Programme please contact us .

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Applications for funded PhD study to commence 1 October 2024 are now open. Studentships are available for 3 to 4 years for full-time study and up to 6 to 8 years for part-time study. The studentships cover fees, include a stipend (£18,622 per annum for 2023–2024 full-time study), and also include £1,100 travel allowance each year for full-time study, pro-rated for part-time study. 

Applicants are encouraged to apply for one or more  named projects . Applicants should state clearly which project(s) they are applying for on their application, listing the order of preference. Please list no more than three projects.

Application deadline for both funded and UK self-funded doctoral study beginning October 2024: Monday 29 January 2024.

PhD students benefit from a lively research environment with a full programme of seminars, extensive university training, career development opportunities and support to join an appropriate learned society. The School of Mathematics and Statistics provides a friendly and flexible working environment for all of its staff and students and holds a Silver Athena SWAN award. We support flexible working patterns and welcome applications from women and minority groups. The School ensures that every female PhD student is allocated a female member of staff as a point of contact, and organises networking events for female academic staff and PhD students.

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• Please read the school's  Guide for applicants .
• Please read the Graduate School’s Guide for applicants .
• Choose from the list of Research projects for 2024 .
• Submit informal enquiries to the Postgraduate Research Tutor .
• Apply by completing an application form and email it to the Postgraduate Research Tutor .

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The professional doctorate in education (EdD) is a programme of advanced study and research, with a focus on valuing professional practice and engaging in applied research in childhood and youth studies; curriculum and assessment; equity; educational leadership, management and development; technology-enhanced learning, as well as languages and applied linguistics. 

The programme offers you the chance to enhance your professional career to doctoral level, through making a unique and original contribution to your profession, while continuing to work and progress in your field.

The programme is a flexible part-time degree structured in two stages. It provides you with the opportunity to develop as a professional researcher, to develop skills and competence in a range of areas, including research skills and techniques, research environment, research management, personal effectiveness, communication skills, networking and team working, and career management. The programme will also enable you to develop your theoretical understanding and practical application of contemporary research methods to your professional practice. 

The professional doctorate not only meets the doctoral benchmarks outlined by HEFCE and quality standards as outlined by the QAA, but also meet the specific needs of your field of practice. 

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5 routes to getting a Doctorate

While most of those studying for a PhD take the PhD by thesis pathway, there are five viable routes to achieving a Doctorate, with both full-time and part-time options available

PhD by thesis

This is the most common means of getting a Doctorate. Over the three or four years of research at university, your PhD supervisor will support you as you aim to produce a thesis based on your research proposal .

A thesis is typically 60,000-90,000 words in length - although this can vary between institutions. For instance, the University of Glasgow's College of Social Sciences expects a thesis to be 70,000 to 100,000 words including references, bibliography and appendices, while the University of Cambridge has set an upper limit of 80,000 words.

Once completed, you'll need to defend your PhD thesis in front of a panel of examiners during your viva voce .

Doctorate by publication

This route involves submitting previously published work - such as books, book chapters and journal articles, which together form a coherent body of work and show evidence of an original contribution to a particular field of study.

The PhD by publication route is often taken by mid-career academics that haven't had the opportunity to undertake a standard Doctorate degree.

Generally, a minimum of five to eight published pieces are required, but this varies between institutions and depends on their length. The published work will be assessed to the same rigorous standards as a traditional PhD by thesis.

You must also provide a written supporting statement, which typically ranges from 5,000 to 15,000 words.

For instance, the University of Westminster asks for a commentary of 5,000 words (science and technology subjects) or 10,000 words (arts, social sciences and humanities). On the other hand, Queen Margaret University Edinburgh requires 12,000 to 15,000 words on the rationale and theoretical context for the portfolio of published work.

The work will then be presented to an academic committee. A supervisor will assist you with selecting which publications to submit, as well as guidance on the supporting statement.

Some universities accept only their own graduates for a PhD by publication, while others restrict this route to their academic staff. In general, you should have graduated from your first degree at least seven years ago to be eligible.

For example, The University of Manchester has published its own Guidance for the PhD By Published Work , with eligibility only extending to current members of staff.

Professional Doctorate

This type of Doctorate includes a significant taught component and a smaller research project, and is geared primarily towards current professionals in vocational sectors such as:

• engineering and manufacturing
• teaching and education .

Professional Doctorates are often taken on a part-time basis and can last between two and eight years. Like their standard PhD counterparts, they usually begin in October or January.

While you won't typically be looking to get an academic job , your research is expected to contribute to theory as well as professional practice. Projects often revolve around a real-life issue that affects your employer.

Several professional Doctorates, such as the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy), are accredited by a professional body - for instance, the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and The British Psychological Society (BPS) - and may also lead to a professional qualification .

Common titles for graduates of professional Doctorate degrees include:

• Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
• Doctor of Education (EdD)
• Doctor of Engineering (EngD)
• Doctor of Medicine (MD).

Unlike many professional Doctorates, the EngD is typically offered as a full-time course and is aimed at young engineering graduates with little or no professional experience.

Integrated PhD

This four-year qualification, also known as the New Route PhD, involves studying a one-year research Masters degree (MRes) before progressing onto a three-year PhD.

Offered by a select number of universities across the UK, integrated PhDs are supported by the government and the British Council through UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) .

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The integrated PhD involves a combination of taught materials, practical experience and advanced research. This allows you to learn subject-specific methodologies, while building the transferable skills that will enable you to become a leader in your chosen profession.

Institutions can also develop personalised integrated PhD programmes to meet each student's needs. For example, universities may offer you the opportunity to gain a postgraduate certificate (PGCert) in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education - perfect if you're considering a career as a higher education lecturer .

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As PhDs are based primarily on independent research rather than time spent in lectures and seminars, distance learning has always been a viable route for many Doctoral students.

PhDs by distance learning offered by course providers such as The Open University are therefore a good option to consider if you've got family or work commitments or are an international student - as this gives you the chance to undertake Doctoral research without having to live close to your chosen institution. It's also a suitable mode of study if your subject requires you to be based in a specific location away from the university.

For the most part, you'll be in touch with your supervisor by phone, email or Skype/Zoom. You'll need to bear in mind that even if you opt for this form of research, you'll generally still need to attend university for one or two weeks of each academic year for meetings and to receive research skills training. Your final exam may be undertaken either face-to-face or virtually.

With online PhDs, you can usually register as a full or part-time student. The level of fees you pay varies between institutions - some charge the same as for a standard PhD while others offer a reduced rate.

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Please note that the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Science (ScD) degrees are awarded interchangeably by all departments in the School of Engineering and the School of Science, except in the fields of biology, cognitive science, neuroscience, medical engineering, and medical physics. This means that, excepting the departments outlined above, the coursework and expectations to earn a Doctor of Philosophy and for a Doctor of Science degree from these schools are generally the same. Doctoral students may choose which degree they wish to complete.

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The Open University Business and Law Schools invite applications to join our PhD programme beginning  1 February 2025.   Your application should be based on one of the advertised projects below. In addition we also welcome full- and part-time applications in other areas of business, management and law, including on a self-funded basis, dependent on supervision availability. We have a number of fully funded full-time studentships.

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• Sustainability Reporting: Preparer Perspectives  
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• Troubling Truths: The Construction of Knowledge and Ignorance in a Time of Global Crises 
• Organising Identities and Inclusion in the Cultural and Creative Industries
• Innovation and Organisational Change in the advent of Artificial Intelligence  
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• Taking the energy transition forward in emerging and new frontier countries: complementary innovations in off-grid systems, multi-purpose energy hubs, battery repurposing  and the enabling institutional reforms
• Rethinking sustainability strategies for resilience in supply chain systems: addressing food sector challenges in the VUCA (vulnerability, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity) reality
• Police education: Enhancing the profession and the professionals - learning for practitioners and organisations 
• Developing and implementing sustainable approaches to reduce demand for police and public services

You will join the Faculty of Business and Law who conduct research of the highest international standard that has economic, public and social value consistent with the mission of the Open University. You will work with subject specialists and have the opportunity to develop your skills in research communication, engagement and impact.

PhD studentships are based on full-time study for three years at the Milton Keynes campus. Full-time students are expected to live within easy commuting distance of Milton Keynes. Fully funded studentships cover tuition fees, and a stipend (circa £18 622 per annum) for 36 months. A generous research training support grant is allocated to all students accepted into the programme to cover research related costs including fieldwork.

Applicants for the PhD programme should have minimum qualifications of an upper second class honours degree 2:1 (or an equivalent) or usually a specialist masters in a subject relevant to the intended study with a strong research element.

Your application must include:

• a proposal which should be at least 1,000 words and no longer than 2,000 words, which indicates your knowledge of the literature, methods and likely approach to your project of interest ( guidance on how to write your research proposal )
• a covering letter indicating your suitability for the project
• a fully completed application form
• copies of degree certificates and transcripts relevant to your application
• IELTS (if applicable) - if you are not exempt, as per the Table 1 and 2 of the  application form (page 17)  the University will  require you to complete an English language test (International English Language Testing System (IELTS).   A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any of the four categories (or approved equivalent). You should have your level of proficiency certified through a provider approved by UK Visas and Immigration and provide your certificate and grade with your application.  Test certificates must be no older than 2 years, from date of submission of application.

The closing date for applications is noon UK time on Wednesday 19 th June, 2024 .  Your proposal, covering letter, fully completed application form and copies of certificates and transcripts including IELTS certificate, should be emailed  to [email protected] by the closing time and date.

Interviews will form part of the selection process and will be held throughout July and early August, either in person or remotely via videoconference. Applicants are expected to give a 10 minute presentation about their proposal, followed by a question and answer session lasting up to 45 minutes.

You are welcome to attend an application webinar: Preparing your PhD application workshop – Wednesday 5 th June at 13.30 (British time) .   This online 1.5 hour workshop with Faculty academics will address questions on whether studying a PhD is right for you, what to consider when applying, what it’s like to do a PhD at the Open University, and how to best craft a research proposal that aligns with advertised project calls. If you are interested in attending this workshop, please email [email protected] to book a place.

Please ensure to thoroughly check your application before submission, as incomplete applications will not be considered

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PhD - Planetary health risks:Communicating climate change-related health impacts

Introduction.

We invite you to join us in exploring the critical intersection of climate change and health as a PhD candidate.

One area of planetary health focuses on understanding and addressing the broad impacts of climate change on human health. Our changing climate poses significant risks: emerging allergies, increased mortality from extreme heat, and more. To mitigate these impacts, it's crucial to implement effective measures and ensure public adherence to guidelines that minimize health risks related to climate change.

Effective risk communication is key to this effort. However, to communicate risks effectively, we first need a deep understanding of public perceptions. This is where your research will come in. By examining how citizens perceive climate change-related health risks through a planetary health lens, you will uncover the complex interplay of factors that influence readiness to act.

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This project aims to understand how people living in the Netherlands perceive different climate change-related health risks, how they search for and process information about these risks, and what factors determine readiness to act, to ultimately make recommendations about how to communicate effectively about the health impacts of climate change.

To do this, four studies are performed utilizing survey designs, social media analysis, and mixed methods (survey and focus groups/interviews). As a start, the risk perceptions of the general public in relation to several possible health risks related to climate change are examined. Special attention is paid to vulnerable groups, such as elderly, children, individuals with chronic diseases and migrants. Based on the results of this first study and literature review, a particular subgroup and risk will be chosen to focus on (for example mental health of young people, or heat stress among the elderly) in the subsequent studies.

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The applicant for this position is expected to have a (research) master’s degree in the social sciences (e.g., sociology, social or health psychology, communication studies) or health sciences (public health, global health). A good statistical background and experience with quantitative research is essential; an interest or experience with qualitative methods is an advantage. Computer skills should include SPSS, SAS, R or similar statistical software. Applicants must have excellent speaking and writing skills in English and preferably Dutch, should hold a strong motivation for the research topic ‘planetary health’ and are fairly interested in risk communication.

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We offer you an internationally oriented and varied job in an enthusiastic team, with excellent working conditions in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU).

The start date of this position is 02-SEP-2024 and you will be based at [ class.26087] in Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management (ESHPM). This position is for 1 fte - 1 fte. The salary ranges from a minimum of € 2.770 to a maximum of € 3.539 gross per month Scale PhD on a fulltime basis (38 hours), in accordance with the CAO-NU. The contract is entered into for the duration of (contractduur).

Everything else we offer you, you can find below!

-        Everything you need for a good work-life balance : the option to work from home in consultation with your manager, 41 days of paid leave with a 40 hour contract, 8% holiday pay and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and a significant discount on a subscription for our on-campus sports centre !

-        Sustainable, inclusive and diverse work environment with an open culture, where you can be yourself and we pay attention to each other and to the world around us. Make the most of our bicycle budget, or join networks such as Young@EUR , FAME or QuEUR.

-        Time and space for your development in the broadest sense:  development days and a personal career budget  and free access to our  university library .

-        Good pension with ABP that EUR contributes 2/3rds towards, discounts on various collective insurances with Zilveren Kruis Achmea, Loyalis, and Allianz, and compensation for travel, working from home and home internet use.

-        Are you currently combining your job with parenthood, or do you want to do so in the future? EUR offers  partially paid parental leave and fully paid additional birth leave for partners , and our campus features a  daycare  (daycare not paid for by EUR).

-        Moving to the Netherlands for your job with EUR? Then you may be eligible for the 30%-ruling if you meet the requirements of the Belastingdienst (Dutch tax agency), and with our Dual Career Programme we will also help your partner find the right job for them.

Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) is an internationally oriented university with a strong social orientation in its education and research, as expressed in our mission ‘Creating positive societal impact’. EUR is home to 4.100 academics and professionals and almost 33.000 students from more than 140 countries. Everything we do, we do under the credo The Erasmian Way – Making Minds Matter. We’re global citizens, connecting, entrepreneurial, open-minded, and socially involved. These Erasmian Values function as our internal compass and create EUR’s distinctive and recognizable profile. From these values, with a broad perspective and with an eye for diversity, different backgrounds and opinions, our employees work closely together to solve societal challenges from the dynamic and cosmopolitan city of Rotterdam. Thanks to the high quality and positive societal impact of our research and education, EUR can compete with the top European universities. www.eur.nl .

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Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management (ESHPM) is part of Erasmus University Rotterdam and is responsible for a bachelor and four master programs on policy and management in healthcare, which serve 1000 students. In addition, research is being done on three major research themes: ‘competition and regulation in healthcare’, ‘quality and efficiency in healthcare’ and ‘healthcare management’. ESHPM has about 175 employees. The position offered is within the department of Socio-Medical Sciences. The department of Socio-Medical Sciences within ESHPM addresses socio-medical themes such as patients’ experiences, quality of care, and the accessibility and use of (health) care services. Other topics addressed include the consequences of care provision and care reform for health and well-being of vulnerable groups (including vulnerable elderly, older migrants, youth with chronic conditions, people with an intellectual disability, the chronically ill, and low socioeconomic status groups).

Please submit your application, consisting of a motivation letter and CV, before the vacancy closing date.

Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 14 Augustus.

You can find more information about the EUR on our website  www.eur.nl . For more information about this vacancy, please contact Femke Hilverda via [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your application.

Persons of all gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, ages, neurodiversities, functional impairments, citizenships, or any other aspect are welcome to apply and join the EUR community.

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Since his first day in office, President Biden has called on Congress to secure our border and address our broken immigration system. As Congressional Republicans have continued to put partisan politics ahead of national security – twice voting against the toughest and fairest set of reforms in decades – the President and his Administration have taken actions to secure the border, including:

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President Biden believes that securing the border is essential. He also believes in expanding lawful pathways and keeping families together, and that immigrants who have been in the United States for decades, paying taxes and contributing to their communities, are part of the social fabric of our country. The Day One immigration reform plan that the President sent to Congress reflects both the need for a secure border and protections for the long-term undocumented. While Congress has failed to act on these reforms, the Biden-Harris Administration has worked to strengthen our lawful immigration system. In addition to vigorously defending the DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood arrivals) policy, the Administration has extended Affordable Care Act coverage to DACA recipients and streamlined, expanded, and instituted new reunification programs so that families can stay together while they complete the immigration process.  Still, there is more that we can do to bring peace of mind and stability to Americans living in mixed-status families as well as young people educated in this country, including Dreamers. That is why today, President Biden announced new actions for people who have been here many years to keep American families together and allow more young people to contribute to our economy.   Keeping American Families Together

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