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DHS Recognizes the Anniversary of Executive Order to Improve Language Access

At DHS, we are committed to ensuring that all persons in the United States, regardless of the language they speak, have meaningful access to the work of the Department. This commitment aligns with the DHS mission and Executive Order 13166, “Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency,” which recently celebrated its 24th anniversary. 

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Close Summary Regarding Onsite Investigation at Boone County Jail

On February 26, 2024, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforement responded to an Onsite Recommendation Memorandum issued in September 2023 by CRCL that followed a multidisciplinary onsite investigation at Boone County Jail. ICE concurred with 18 recommendations, partially concurred with three, and non-concurred with 13.

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CIS Ombudsman Language Access Plans

The Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Ombudsman (CIS Ombudsman) is committed to providing meaningful access to our office and activities for individuals with limited English proficiency.

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WhatsApp Privacy Policy and Notice

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS or Department) will only use WhatsApp channels listed on the DHS Social Media Directory for external relations (communications/outreach/public dialogue), to make information and services widely available to the general public, while promoting transparency and accountability, as a service for those seeking information about, or services from, the Department.

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SnapChat Privacy Policy and Notice

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS or Department) will only use the Snapchat accounts listed on the DHS Social Media Directory for external relations (communications/outreach/public dialogue), to make information and services widely available to the general public, while promoting transparency and accountability, as a service for those seeking information about, or services from, the Department.

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DHS Announces New Resources to Combat Gender-Based Violence

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Council on Combating Gender-Based Violence (CCGBV) has launched a Combating Gender-Based Violence webpage. This new page is an online hub for information and resources related to gender-based violence (GBV).

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Headquarters EEO, EEOC Management Directive 715 Annual Reports

Management Directive 715 annual reports relating to DHS Headquarter's EEO and diversity activities and initiatives.

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DHS Civil Rights Evaluation Tool Templates

These templates are designed to assist recipients in completing Section 4, Item 1-8 of the DHS Civil Rights Evaluation Tool. 

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Close Summary Regarding Disability Issues at Boone County Jail

On February 26, 2024, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforement responded to a Disability-Related Findings and Recommendations Memorandum issued in September 2023 by CRCL that followed a targeted onsite investigation at the Boone County Jail. ICE concurred with all four recommendations.

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Retention Memo to ICE Concerning Investigation at Denver Contract Detention Facility in Aurora, Colorado

CRCL received allegations that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement violated the civil rights and civil liberties of noncitizens at the Denver Contract Detention Facility in Aurora, Colorado.