Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Cross-Cultural Leadership (2023): did not establish her proposed endeavor met the 'national
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that her proposed endeavor met the 'national importance' requirement under the Dhanasar framework. While the Director found her endeavor had substantial merit and she was well-positioned, the petitioner did not demonstrate that her work would have a broad enough impact beyond her prospective employer and clients to be considered of national importance.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, Waiving The Job Offer Requirement Would Benefit The United States
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