Legal Immigrants Are Pillars of Tennessee’s Economy — So Why Are We Failing to Invest in Them?

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About This Project
NextGen Tennessee is a civic engagement and policy visualization project developed to highlight the economic potential of legal immigrants—and the urgent need for smarter local investment. Built as part of a Vanderbilt University course on public communication and advocacy, the platform uses data, storytelling, and interactive tools to make the case for targeted tax relief and support for immigrant entrepreneurs across Tennessee.

Special Note
Created by Akram Siddique, Class of 2025
This project reflects my commitment to economic justice, community-driven policy, and inclusive growth for the future of Tennessee.