Off Topic (Well more like Brainstorming)

[Captain Ewok 1,891]

What new things would you like to see here (or old things changed)?

Some of my ideas:

--o Additional Guides (not sure on what though)

--o Add IR1/CR1 Section to the FAQ's

--o Chat program needs updated / integrated into new forums (there is a new version of the chat I want to use as well)

--o Add more timeline options (other visa types, etc).

--o Member Supported News Section (people can submit self authored articles that we can publish online in a news section).

I would love to make the site as user friendly and better cover other areas of 'family immigration' such as for parents, chiildren (K2/K4,etc), etc that are only minimally covered now. Let the ideas flow!

[cmartyn 0]

I can see the temptation to add in other types of Visas in order to drive traffic but the only reason this site is what it is is because everybody has one thing in common. Adding in other Visa types could be a social disaster.

What new things would you like to see here (or old things changed)?

Some of my ideas:

--o Additional Guides (not sure on what though)

--o Add IR1/CR1 Section to the FAQ's

--o Chat program needs updated / integrated into new forums (there is a new version of the chat I want to use as well)

--o New Forums on related issues (work visa's for other family members / friends, etc)

--o Add more timeline options (other visa types, etc).

--o Member Supported News Section (people can submit self authored articles that we can publish online in a news section).

I would love to make the site as user friendly and cover other areas of 'family immigration' that are only minimally covered now. Let the ideas flow!

[Captain Ewok 1,891]

Good point. I revised my post. I think that my goal is to add things that are "value added". I guess what I need to understand from people is when they came here what things were they looking for that they did not find. Did they want to know info on how to bring their children along when they were immigrating to the US (and could not find any generic info on that), did they want to know how to find work in the US (and we did not have much on that), etc... I suppose we do not need any info on other visa's unless they are of specific interest to the community at hand (people already here).

[tweety 1]

what I could think of is may-be a family/baby/kids corner. Since many plan on starting a new family some time after getting married and moving to the US it might be nice to have that.

I was thinking more of a off topic area, where people could discuss general themes around it and give each other tips - e.g. how the US health system works around pregnancy etc. how do they can get an immigrating kid into school etc etc.

I don't know what the actual use of it would be though, and it might be already covered in other areas.

Tanja

[Captain Ewok 1,891]

Hmmmm... interesting idea!

I was also thinking of what we can do to extend the site beyond the Visa Process. I am wondering if we could better implement a community networking system so members can "find each other". This would be great for new people coming to the US. Example: Jane Doe moves to Atlanta from Spain. She goes to the networking area and finds all members from Spain living in Atlanta. She could even sort by Visa Type, etc. This feature is already able to be accomplished (but not advertised well and kind of hidden). Maybe adding Blogs would be good as well...

[Fischkoepfin 1]

I think it would be a good idea to have a forum devoted to foreign students marrying Americans. It happens quite often, and a lot of the information needs to repeated. Sometimes the posts get lost because they are in the wrong forum, and sometimes people just tell them that student visas are a whole different issue when adjusting status. It's not that different, and in most cases is a very similar process.

I'd be willing to write a short guide if needed.

[Jaylen Brit 0]

The Living Here and you new life in America thread is really a good one, but how about sectioning it..so we have 'Tax' 'driving' 'Credit 'health' 'education' 'job hunting' as sub-sections as well as the more general section..that way we can pin the relevant data on those most oft-mentioned subjects in the right areas and all tax queries (for example) can go in their OWN thread and not clog up general

I also would like to see more info on K2/K4 visas - I know there isn't a WHOLE lot of info as they 'piggyback' visas but even so..

[Peggy 1]

I agree with the K-2/K-4 visa too. There is always people on here finding it hard to get information about bringing their child to the US.

[aussiewench 9]

The Living Here and you new life in America thread is really a good one, but how about sectioning it..so we have 'Tax' 'driving' 'Credit 'health' 'education' 'job hunting' as sub-sections as well as the more general section..that way we can pin the relevant data on those most oft-mentioned subjects in the right areas and all tax queries (for example) can go in their OWN thread and not clog up general

I also would like to see more info on K2/K4 visas - I know there isn't a WHOLE lot of info as they 'piggyback' visas but even so..

I agree, I think sectioning 'The Living Here and you new life in America' is a great idea Would make the various topics of discussion easier to find. As it is it is not always easy to distinguish by thread title and much valuable info is missed by many.

Info specific to K2/K4 in Guides would be a good idea too as there is often questions regarding children and what the necessary steps are.

Capt'n, I think your suggestion of a Blog in a new community networking section is also a wonderful idea. Would also make for easier meetups, share info specific to areas etc.

Well thats my bit in support of others suggestions.......Will be back when I think of my own hahahahaha

Oh heres one

The Guides and FAQ are in need of updating as there are errors due to changes etc

e.g In all the guides it states that documents are to be translated by a certified translator. This question comes up a lot in threads, as a certified translator is not required, only that a person conversant in the language certifies it as correct. The FAQ are too many to even mention here. As it stands, it is kinda a waste of time directing new members to the FAQ when they are outdated.

Edited February 15, 2006 by aussiewench

[Captain Ewok 1,891]

Can we set up a time to meet in the chatroom and fix things? I would love to have a session where we could basically "fix" the guides and FAQ's in real time. I think it would be useful. Maybe tomorrow or this weekend perhaps?

If we just assign people to make changes it will get confusing I think. If I just make them as people correct things then it will be fast, easy and in real time.

[aussiewench 9]

Can we set up a time to meet in the chatroom and fix things? I would love to have a session where we could basically "fix" the guides and FAQ's in real time. I think it would be useful. Maybe tomorrow or this weekend perhaps?

If we just assign people to make changes it will get confusing I think. If I just make them as people correct things then it will be fast, easy and in real time.

The weekend is better for me...Will give anyone else interested too time to gather some of the relevant info together to put forward those changes, for discussion if need be, or least to have verification on the necessary updates. Am thinking it may possibly take more then just one session but will be a good start.

Edited February 15, 2006 by aussiewench

[Captain Ewok 1,891]

In all the guides it states that documents are to be translated by a certified translator. This question comes up a lot in threads, as a certified translator is not required, only that a person conversant in the language certifies it as correct.

I just fixed this in all the Guides. Here is a link to what is now referenced as the requirement:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...ge=translations

[munchkins 0]

Just a thought, something for "parents" there have been quite a few questions on the site re "how do we"

not everbody is adapt at searching or has full access to a computer.

Also if a waiver has to be filed, sounds daft that I know, but not all parents are "aged". then if only one half of the couple has to file, the other half can use the LPR status which should have been granted to show hardship to her also not just the USC

Hope you get the drift here, Captain

[aussiewench 9]

In all the guides it states that documents are to be translated by a certified translator. This question comes up a lot in threads, as a certified translator is not required, only that a person conversant in the language certifies it as correct.

I just fixed this in all the Guides. Here is a link to what is now referenced as the requirement:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...ge=translations

On a quick note....did you get my PM's re the letter of intent being changed to reflect the initial stage of sending with I-129F to USCIS as opposed to how it is addressed presently to the Embassy? Also the PM regarding the now addition of photo requirements for the I-751 Package as per the I-751 Instructions?

[Traviesa 0]

Capt., regarding the guides: I've been working on a sort-of hardship guide that would identify the various types of hardships, examples of what to include, and what backup documentation to provide for each. I'll PM you what I have so far and let me know if you like it!