EB-2 NIWLaw, policy, social scienceIndividualDecided July 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL232024_05B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Conflict resolution consultant with advanced degrees seeks NIW for mediation services in schools. Petitioner established substantial merit but failed to demonstrate national importance of specific proposed endeavor. Evidence discussed importance of conflict resolution generally, not petitioner's particular services or their broader field impact or economic effects.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed endeavor lacks demonstrable national importance; no evidence of prospective impact beyond specific clients or field influence
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor lacks demonstrable national importance; no evidence of prospective impact beyond specific clients or field influence |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed |
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