Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Filipino Folk Music: did not establish the sustained national or international
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate the sustained national or international acclaim required for the classification. The AAO determined the petitioner's awards did not qualify as a single major, internationally recognized achievement. Furthermore, the evidence submitted did not meet the criterion for lesser nationally or internationally recognized prizes, as the petitioner's honors were found to be certificates of appreciation, local honors, or a scholarship rather than awards for excellence in the field.
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One-Time Achievement (Major, Internationally Recognized Award) Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards
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