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Planificación de Seguridad para Familias Inmigrantes: Pasos que Puede Tomar Ahora
Crear un plan de seguridad es uno de los pasos más importantes que las familias inmigrantes pueden tomar para prepararse ante la posibilidad de un arresto, detención o deportación inesperada. En una época de aumento en la actividad de ICE, contar con un plan claro puede brindar tranquilidad Y proteger...
What is the Safe Homes Act?
Enacted in 2007, the Safe Homes Act is an Illinois state law designed to protect renters who are victims of domestic or sexual violence. This includes survivors of dating violence, stalking, child abuse, and sexual assault. ...
Safety Planning for Immigrant Families: Steps You Can Take Now
Creating a safety plan is one of the most important steps immigrant families can take to prepare for the possibility of an unexpected immigration arrest, detention, or deportation. In a time of increased immigration enforcement activity, having a clear plan in place can provide peace of mind...
How to Help Someone Who Could Be in an Abusive Relationship?
Recognizing the signs of domestic violence can be overwhelming, and knowing how to help someone in an abusive relationship may be difficult. However, your support is crucial to their safety and security...
What is Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)?
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) is a vital legal protection for undocumented children who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected by a parent. This status offers a path to safety, stability, and, ultimately, lawful permanent residency (a green card), allowing children to build a more secure future in the U.S...
What Are the 3-Year, 10-Year, and Permanent Immigration Bars?
Leaving the country after accruing unlawful presence—even to complete your immigration process—can trigger a bar that blocks you from returning for 3 years, 10 years, or permanently...
What is VAWA?
The VAWA Visa offers a vital lifeline to immigrant survivors of abuse. This legislation empowers individuals who have experienced abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to apply for legal permanent residence independently—without their abuser’s knowledge or consent...
What to Know If You Receive a Deportation Email as a U.S. Citizen
If you recently received an alarming email from immigration officials with the subject line “Notice of Termination of Parole,” you are not alone. Across the country, U.S. citizens and others have reported receiving similar confusing messages — some even demanding self-deportation...