A citizen is a person who has been officially recognised by a country as an individual who lives there and who has rights, such as the right to vote in elections, access to welfare benefits, education and health care. Citizenship … Continued
Many people know that they have basic rights just by being born – such as the right to food and a safe place to live. But human rights are much more than that. They are about the dignity we all … Continued
One in seven people living in the United States is an immigrant, and one in eight has at least one parent who was an immigrant. As workers, business owners, taxpayers, and neighbors, immigrants make extensive contributions that benefit society. This … Continued
Deportation is the formal removal of a non-citizen from the United States to their country of origin. The government can remove people if they have violated immigration laws, including entering the country without permission or overstaying their visa. They can … Continued
A civilian is a person who does not serve in any military force. Civilians are often employed in police, fire and rescue services, emergency management, and other government agencies that deal with public safety and welfare. They are also found … Continued
Citizenship is a concept that lies at the heart of contemporary debates on multiculturalism, integration and equality. Despite its many different definitions, conceptions of citizenship are usually grounded in the idea that it presupposes membership in a sovereign, territorial state … Continued
In general, human rights refer to a broad set of values or capabilities that are thought to enhance the agency and protect the interests of individuals. They are generally asserted to be universal in character and equally claimed by all … Continued
Immigration is the movement of people to a country where they are not citizens in order to settle as residents or become naturalized citizens. It may be the result of economic opportunities (such as those provided by the United States) … Continued
Deportation is the process of expelling a person from a country. People can be deported for a variety of reasons, including if they have committed crimes or have violated immigration laws. Deportation can be a harsh punishment and can damage … Continued
A civilian is a non military person. This word has been around for hundreds of years, but in the early 19th century it began to refer to people who did not belong to a particular group or society, like judges, … Continued
A citizen (plural: citizens) is a person who is a member of a community, state or nation. A person may become a citizen by birth, descent or naturalisation, or may acquire citizenship by marriage or civil partnership to a citizen. … Continued
Human rights are a set of legal and moral principles that every person has the right to live by, such as: equality, dignity, freedom, fair treatment and security. They are fundamental to the human condition and therefore inalienable; no one … Continued
Every day, people across the world make one of the hardest decisions in their lives: to leave the place where they grew up for a new home. For many, this means a move to the next village or city; for … Continued
In the United States, deportation is a process of legally removing a non-citizen from the country, often because they have violated immigration laws. This is done by the Department of Homeland Security, through the agency that investigates and brings removal … Continued
A civilian is a person who is not a member of the military or a police force. Civilians typically work for the government, private businesses, and non-profit organizations. They may also serve as judges and other experts in the law … Continued
Citizenship is a social relationship of mutual dependence and reciprocity between people who share common values and interests. It enables them to work together to achieve their goals and dreams and to protect their shared interests. A good citizen is … Continued
Human rights are a set of principles and standards that are recognized by international law. They are based on the idea that all humans are born free and equal in dignity and rights. These rights include the right to life, … Continued
Since the earliest times, people have been on the move—to search for economic opportunity, to join family or seek higher education, to escape conflict and human rights abuses, and in many cases, to survive environmental challenges. When people migrate to … Continued
A foreign citizen is deported when the government of a nation state expels him or her. This can happen for a variety of reasons. For example, an immigrant may be arrested and found guilty of a crime that makes him … Continued
When someone leaves military service and enters civilian life they are often faced with many different expectations and responsibilities that must be met. Some find a very difficult transition to the civilian world while others thrive. The difference can be … Continued
A person who, by law of a state or nation, is granted the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Most people in the world today are legal citizens of one or another national state. Citizenship confers certain privileges and obligations, but … Continued