I served as a volunteer reviewer at 10 conferences. Does that count as 10 pieces of evidence?

Serving as a volunteer reviewer at 10 conferences can, yes, count as evidence for the EB-1, but it does not automatically become ’10 pieces of evidence’ that accumulate points in a cumulative way. Each participation is assessed individually, based on the relevance of the event and the impact of your role.

What is typically analyzed is the quality and recognition of each engagement, not simply the number of times you reviewed work. Many participations in low-profile events carry less weight than a few participations in forums that are genuinely recognized in your field.

To present this experience effectively, it helps to document each one:

• Letters or invitations that confirm your role as a reviewer.
• Information about the relevance and reach of each conference.
• Evidence of the impact and recognition of your review work.

Since the analysis is individual and considers the overall picture, it is worth checking the updated guidelines with the USCIS or reviewing your materials with a specialist.

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