Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Social Science (2022): did not meet the first prong of the Dhanasar framework
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to satisfy the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. The AAO concluded that the petitioner did not sufficiently demonstrate the national importance of his proposed endeavor, which involved research into juvenile justice and recidivism. While his work had merit for a specific state agency, he did not provide evidence to corroborate his claims that his research would have a broader prospective impact on a national scale.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Waiver Of Job Offer Is Beneficial To The U.S.
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