Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Environmental Management (2024): did not establish the 'national importance' of her proposed
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the 'national importance' of her proposed endeavor under the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. Although the endeavor was found to have substantial merit, the petitioner did not demonstrate that her specific work would have a prospective impact, such as significant economic effects or broader implications for her industry, that rose to the level of national importance.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Benefits Of Waiving The Job Offer Requirement
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