Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Industrial Engineering (2023): 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, a key requirement under the Dhanasar framework. The AAO found that while her work had merit, she did not demonstrate how her specific services as an industrial engineer would have broader implications for her field or a significant positive economic impact on the United States beyond her immediate employment.
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Substantial Merit National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Endeavor Balance Of Factors
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