Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Psychology (2023): did not establish the 'national importance' prong of the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the 'national importance' prong of the Dhanasar framework. While her proposed endeavor as a clinical and counseling psychologist was found to have substantial merit, the petitioner did not demonstrate that the prospective impact of her specific work would be broader than her immediate clients or that her business would have a significant economic effect on a national scale.
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Substantial Merit National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor
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