Sindhu Mahadevan moved from India to the US in 2012 to study biology. After working in the US and experiencing challenges with the immigration system, she became disillusioned. Her attempts for visa sponsorship were often met with rejection, making her feel vulnerable. In 2021, she moved to Canada, prioritizing permanent residency over high salaries in the US. She now feels secure and belongs in her new country despite accepting a lower salary.
I felt vulnerable as an immigrant, often struggling to have difficult conversations at work about compliance issues due to my worries about job security.
After my student work authorization expired, I knew I would need visa sponsorship, but many companies weren't willing to offer it.
Despite high salaries available in the US, I had to prioritize a sense of belonging over financial gain, leading me to trade my career for permanent residency in Canada.
The immigration system in the US felt like an insurmountable barrier, and after years of frustration, moving to Canada offered me a more secure and fulfilling life.
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