Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Taekwondo: the petitioner's awards were not considered major,
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner's awards were not considered major, internationally recognized achievements comparable to a Nobel Prize or Olympic Medal. Furthermore, the AAO found a discrepancy between the petitioner's evidence, which demonstrated acclaim as a competitor, and her stated intent to work as an instructor, which is considered a different area of expertise.
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Major Internationally Recognized Award Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Intent To Continue Work In The Area Of Expertise
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