Support TPS status for undocumented Haitians in the US

Update: The Obama administration has granted TPS status to an estimated 130,000 Haitians in the US, including those in custody and facing deportation. The reprieve lasts 18 months and will allow them to work legally.

We hope that you've taken time to contribute to the massive relief efforts underway right now following this week's devastating earthquake in Haiti. Remember that the need will be ongoing, just as it has been following natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina here.

Don't forget, too, that changes in political policy will speed rebuilding. One action you can take now is to urge President Obama to give Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to all undocumented Haitians currently living in the United States. This will give legal protection to thousands of people, allowing them to work legally and continue their support of family and communities at home. Homeland Security has announced they will cease deportation of undocumented Haitians, but TPS status will do much more to help individuals, families, and a country in crisis.

You can sign a petition to Homeland Security director Janet Napolitano from Change.org, or petition the White House through this site at Sojourners.