dismissed
EB-2 NIW
dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Social Work
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that their proposed endeavor met the 'national importance' requirement under the Dhanasar framework. The AAO found that the petitioner's plan to coordinate social work activities for a church was too localized to a specific state or area and did not demonstrate broader implications or a national-level impact.
Criteria Discussed
Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Beneficial To The U.S. To Waive Job Offer/Labor Certification
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