Success Story: Securing U.S. Interests in Sustainability and Equality: NIW Granted to Pakistani Assistant Professor Despite RFE
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“I am incredibly thankful for your help and support throughout this journey.”
On March 30th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for an Assistant Professor in the Field of Public Administration (Approval Notice).
General Field: Public Administration
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Assistant Professor
Country of Origin: Pakistan
Country of Residence at the Time of Filing: Pakistan
Approval Notice Date: March 30th, 2025
Processing Time: 11 months, 29 days
Case Summary:
We are pleased to share the success story of an EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval. It was granted to a public administration expert from Pakistan whose research is helping advance workplace conflict resolution and organizational well-being. At the time of filing, the client was working as an assistant professor and had already produced impactful work in the field of public administration.
Research with Substantial Merit and National Importance
NAILG evaluated the client’s proposed endeavor and determined it had clear merit and national relevance. His work focuses on developing workplace conflict management models that integrate both individual and organizational factors to promote employee well-being, sustainability, and gender equality. These models help institutions address structural challenges and support the implementation of sustainability-focused policies. His research supports U.S. government goals in corporate sustainability and workplace equity, aligning with long-term national policy objectives.
Well Positioned to Advance the Proposed Endeavor
The petition presented the client’s strong credentials, including a doctoral degree in management science and over a decade of academic and research experience. At the time of filing, the client had authored 26 peer-reviewed journal articles, including publications in Sustainability and Frontiers in Nutrition, with over 230 total citations. At least six of his articles ranked in the top 0.01% to 20% most-cited in the field of Economics & Business. He had also completed at least 8 peer reviews for respected journals, further affirming his standing in the field. His future research plans include expanding analytical modeling for conflict resolution and workplace policy innovation in the U.S.
Overcoming Challenges: Responding to an RFE
Although the case received a Request for Evidence (RFE), NAILG responded with a well-organized and comprehensive brief that addressed the concerns raised by USCIS. By demonstrating the unique significance of the client’s interdisciplinary contributions and the broad impact of his models on sustainability and workplace practices, the RFE was successfully overcome.
Expert Endorsement of the Client’s Impactful Research
NAILG included letters from independent experts affirming the client’s contributions to conflict management, sustainability, and workplace equity. These experts emphasized the originality and relevance of his work to both academic research and real-world organizational practices.
One letter noted:
“[Client]’s research not only contributes to the advancement of knowledge in public administration but also holds relevance for the United States as a global leader in higher education.”
This endorsement helped reinforce the value and national relevance of the client’s research.
Strong Petition Strategy and Swift Approval
Despite the additional scrutiny of an RFE, the client’s petition was approved 11 months and 29 days after filing. This outcome highlights both the merit of the client’s research and NAILG’s commitment to building robust and persuasive NIW petitions that can withstand USCIS challenges.