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This resolution commends Sin Barreras, a nonprofit organization in Charlottesville, Virginia, for its 14 years of dedicated service to Hispanic immigrants in Central Virginia. Sin Barreras, which translates to "Without Barriers," was founded in 2012 to provide essential support, education, and advocacy for the Spanish-speaking community and recent immigrants. The organization has significantly expanded its offerings, assisting individuals with immigration paperwork, helping hundreds achieve citizenship or obtain Green Cards, and supporting Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) applications. Beyond immigration services, Sin Barreras offers educational courses in GED preparation, English and Spanish language, computer literacy, driver education, and citizenship test preparation, impacting over 150 students annually. It also empowers immigrants through community leadership and advocacy events, including workshops on the electoral process, and fosters cultural unity and community connection through events like the Cville Sabroso Festival. The resolution acknowledges the vital role of community partners and the extensive volunteer contributions, with 274 volunteers contributing over 6,000 hours in 2025, in enabling Sin Barreras to fulfill its mission. The House of Delegates expresses its admiration for the organization's life-changing programs and services.