Ahmed Alif is a Research Associate for Global TIES for Children at New York University, where he evaluates programs that promote child development in emergency and conflict zones. He also founded < a href="https://www.capacitybuildingnyc.com/about-us" target="_blank">Ha Te Haat Rekhe, an organization that provides training on cultural sensitivity and racial equity. Over the years, he has led several research projects on undocumented immigrant mental health and advocacy. In his clinical practice, he specializes in providing services to Dreamers and communities of color. Ahmed would like to thank Dr. Justin Rogers-Cooper, Dr. Hirokazu Yoshikawa and Princess Manuel for their relentless support for the undocumented immigrant community.