This policy update highlights recent developments in immigration policy and legal pathways to permanent residency, including changes to green card processing, expanded reviews of lawful permanent residents, proposed reforms to immigration procedures, and updates affecting H-1B visa holders. Together, these…
Democracy & Civic Action Policy Update | June 2026
This policy update highlights recent developments in voting rights and election administration in Illinois, including proposed reforms to judicial elections, vote-by-mail accessibility, and ongoing efforts to strengthen state-level voting rights protections. As federal voting rights safeguards continue to evolve, these…
Report – Contextualizing the Healthcare-Seeking of South Asian American Women Across Personal and Environmental Factors: A Narrative Literature Review
The report Contextualizing the Healthcare-Seeking of South Asian American Women Across Personal and Environmental Factors: A Narrative Literature Review examines the complex factors shaping how South Asian American women engage with healthcare systems in the United States. Through an analysis…
Report – Aging & Wellness: Assessing the Health Needs of Older South Asian Americans in Illinois
The Aging & Wellness Report highlights key findings from SAAPRI’s statewide needs assessment examining the health, social, and wellness challenges facing South Asian American older adults. Drawing from community surveys and stakeholder interviews, the report explores barriers to healthcare access,…
Report – From Adolescence to Elder Care: A Lifestyle Approach to South Asian Women’s Health
The South Asian Women’s Health Report is a culmination of SAAPRI’s 2024 Women’s Health Webinar Series, a community-centered initiative designed to provide culturally grounded conversations around women’s health, caregiving, relationships, and wellness across different stages of life. Building on SAAPRI’s…
Health Equity & Wellness Policy Update | May 2026
As part of SAAPRI’s ongoing work to advance health equity and breast cancer awareness in South Asian communities, this policy update highlights Illinois HB4180 and its expanded insurance coverage for breast cancer screenings and treatment. The update outlines key provisions…
Access to Justice Policy Update | May 2026
This policy update highlights key developments related to immigration and citizenship within the Access to Justice program, with a focus on birthright citizenship litigation, employment-based immigration pathways, asylum protections, and visa backlogs. The update below summarizes recent legal challenges, proposed…
Democracy & Civic Action Policy Update | April 2026
This policy update highlights key developments related to voting rights and civic participation within the Democracy & Civic Action program, with a focus on the Census Data Governance & Redistricting Battles and SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act). Census…
Health Equity & Wellness Policy Update | March 2026
Insurance Coverage and Affordability Rising healthcare costs remain a key obstacle to care for South Asian Americans, often delaying or preventing access to essential prevention and treatment. The following Illinois bills, both proposed and enacted, aim to expand insurance coverage…
Democracy & Civic Action Policy Update: | March 2026
This policy update highlights key developments related to election administration and voting access, with a focus on recent changes to vote-by-mail processes and ongoing efforts to expand language access in elections. The update below outlines federal and state policy shifts,…