Real Stories. Real Journeys. Real Impact.
Hear directly from Houstonians who’ve taken the courageous step to become U.S. citizens. Their stories reflect resilience, hope, and the transformative power of citizenship—not just for themselves, but for their families and communities. Whether they’re first-time voters, proud parents, or longtime residents finally feeling at home, each testimonial offers a powerful reminder: the path to citizenship is not only possible—it’s worth it. Watch and be inspired to take your next step today.
Maria Haydee
Maria Haydee, a U.S. citizen from El Salvador, is a mother of two. Haydee decided it was time to seek citizenship to provide a stable immigration path for her husband and to tackle the challenge of taking the test in English. With the support of her church, she attended citizenship classes. Despite some setbacks, she persevered and successfully became a citizen, believing that with perseverance and “echándole ganas,” everything is possible.
Gustavo
Gustavo, a U.S. citizen from Mexico, is a hardworking and loving father of two. After many years as a permanent resident, Gustavo decided to pursue citizenship to gain better opportunities and avoid the expense of renewing his Green Card. Now a citizen, he balances his work as a salesman with spending valuable time with his family, dreaming about the future his daughters will have in a city filled with opportunities.
Maria Tran
Maria is a U.S. citizen from Vietnam who came to Houston with her two children. For her, becoming a citizen was the main objective to unlock more possibilities than her green card allowed, such as traveling and additional security. With help from the community, she was able to study and receive crucial support to overcome the language barrier and become a proud U.S. citizen.
Vestine
Vestine, a U.S. citizen from Rwanda, is a survivor of the tragic genocide and a mother of two. Houston became her home, a place that changed her life, where she fell in love, and had big dreams for her twin sons. With assistance from the community, she overcame language barriers, which helped build her confidence and leadership skills. She balanced self-study with raising her boys and became a U.S. citizen. Today, Vestine is an active leader in community programs.
Tools to Help You Every Step of the Way
Getting started on your path to U.S. citizenship is easier with the right support. On this website, you’ll find a variety of free, downloadable resources—everything from step-by-step guides and checklists to study materials for the citizenship test, and information about legal aid and financial assistance. Whether you’re just starting the process or preparing for your naturalization interview, these tools are designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward with confidence.
Citizenship Support
Becoming a citizen is a collective effort. In this toolkit you will find resources are available in your community through organizations and individuals dedicated to supporting your citizenship journey.
Citizenship Circles
Facilitated support groups designed for individuals who are considering starting their citizenship process.
Woori Juntos (Korean)
woorijuntos.org
1809 Hollister St.
Houston, TX 77080
+1 832-831-2354
SEDES (Spanish)
sedesus.org
7037 Capitol St. Suite E221
Houston TX 77011
+1 832-537-8249
BPSOS (Vietnamese)
bpsos.org
11360 Bellaire Blvd #910
Houston, TX 77072
+1 281-530-6888
Community Family Centers (Spanish)
communityfamilycenters.org
7524 Ave E.
Houston, TX 77012
+1 713-923-2316
CO-AFRO Community Center
coafro.org
Dovetail Colony Ct.
Katy TX 77493
+1 346-588-6636
Memorial Assistance Ministries
mamhouston.org
1625 Blalock Rd.
Houston, TX 77080
+1 713-468-4516
Literacy Council of Fort Bend
(Spanish, Vietnamese, and Chinese)
ftbendliteracy.org
12530 Emily Ct.
Sugar Land, TX 77478
+1 281-240-8181
Pamoja Project - FAM Houston (Swahili, French)
famhoustontx.org/pamoja
5200 Willowbend Blvd
Houston, Texas 77096
+1 832-609-8009
Living Hope Wheelchair Service
(Spanish)
www.lhwassociation.org
9500 Westview Dr. Suite 104
Houston, Texas 77055
+1 (281) 764-6251
Emage Houston (Urdu, Arabic)
emgageusa.org/chapter/texas-2-0
11222 Richmond Ave., ste 111
Houston, TX 77082
+1 713-832-1938
Navigator program
One-on-one citizenship support offered by a dedicated navigator for individuals at any stage of their citizenship journey.
Literacy Council of Fort Bend
(Spanish, Vietnamese, and Chinese)
ftbendliteracy.org
12530 Emily Ct.
Sugar Land, TX 77478
+1 281-240-8181
SEDES (Spanish)
sedesus.org
7037 Capitol St. Suite E221
Houston TX 77011
+1 832-537-8249
BPSOS (Vietnamese)
bpsos.org
11360 Bellaire Blvd #910
Houston, TX 77072
+1 281-530-6888
Other resources
Organizations that provide legal and financial support across the Greater Houston Area.
For Partner Organizations
Citizenship Toolkit
Materials that can be used by Community Partners and individual staff to provide information about the citizenship process and its benefits to community members participating in the support circles and navigator programs.
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Citizenship Journey: Today is the moment to act. You've come so far—there’s no better time than now to become a citizen for yourself, your family, and your community.Use the citizenship journey tool to navigate the naturalization process. It breaks down each step and provides helpful tips and recommendations to access information and track your progress.
Workbook Citizenship Journey: This document is printed upon request, you can fill in your data in this link
U.S Citizenship Benefits: Becoming a U.S. citizen opens doors to new opportunities for you and your family, ensuring access to the resources and safety needed for everyone to reach their full potential. Learn more about the benefits you will gain once you complete your citizenship journey.