The Invisible Wounds: The Mental Health Reality of Living in the US as an Immigrant
Introduction: The Myth of Arrival There is a common misconception that the hardest part of an immigrant’s journey is the physical journey to the United States. The prevailing narrative suggests that once a person crosses the border to legally apply for immigration relief, they have finally found safety. At ELOI Inc., our daily work […]
From Detention to the Doorstep: Why We Need You to Host an Immigrant
Introduction: The Crisis at the Gate What happens to an asylum seeker on the exact day they are released from an ICE detention center? They step out into a country where they are legally permitted to pursue their case, but they often have no money, no housing, and no immediate right to work. When their […]
A Radical Path to Recovery: Taking American Youth to Uganda
Introduction: The Void After Rehab In the United States, we take health—specifically mental health—very seriously. The youth drug addiction epidemic is ravaging communities. While clinical rehabilitation centers are vital for detoxification, young people often leave these facilities facing a terrifying question: “What is my purpose now?” Without a reason to stay sober, relapse is tragically […]