The DACA Program turns 14 and Congress still needs to act
The Chicago Committee of Immigrant and Refugee Rights held a hearing on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) on June
Language volunteers advance equitable access to justice
As the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) provides legal services to immigrants from around the world, many of whom do not speak English, we depend on the vital skills of volunteer translators and interpreters to ensure people can communicate their stories throughout their cases.
Celebrating Pro Bono Service for Immigrants and Asylum Seekers
This week during National Pro Bono Week, we celebrate the more than 2,000 volunteer attorneys, legal staff, and language professionals who tirelessly defend immigrants in partnership with the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC).
How we protected human rights in 2022
As I reflect on all we accomplished this year, I’m so grateful for our supporters, legal volunteers, and the clients for whom we have the privilege of advocating.
Congreso Debe de Actuar Para Asegurar Protecciones Permanentes para Recipientes de DACA Despues de Decisión del 5o Circuito
El Tribunal de Apelaciones del Quinto Circuito en Texas VERSU.S. U.S. ha traído a nuestro país un paso más cerca a perder el programa de Acción Diferida para Llegados en Infancia (DACA, por sus siglas en inglés), que por más de una década ha permitido a miles de personas en nuestras comunidades asegurar sus vidas en los Estados Unidos.
Congress Must Act to Secure Permanent Protections for DACA Recipients Following 5th Circuit Ruling
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals decision in Texas VERSU.S. U.S. brings our nation one step closer to losing the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which for more than a decade has allowed thousands of people to secure their lives in the United States.
How we Defended Human Rights in 2021
This past year presented many hardships, as we continued to brave a global health crisis, fight for racial justice, and witness people seeking safety being turned away at our borders.
130+ Groups Release Top Five Immigration Priorities for Biden Administration’s Next Budget
Advocates urge the administration to divest from detention and invest in communities WASHINGTON D.C. (August 17, 2021) — Today, 131 organizations published a statement for the Biden administration outlining the top immigration priorities that must be included in the country’s budget for Fiscal Year 2023.
Justice & Java: What Has Changed With Immigration Under Biden?
On the campaign trail, now President Biden made many promises to address harmful policies implemented by the Trump administration and to create an immigration system that respects human rights.
Citizenship Now: Latest DACA Decision Demands Action from Congress
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NIJC Calls on Biden Administration to Reimagine an Immigration System Grounded in Racial Equity and Compassion
Statement of National Immigrant Justice Center Executive Director Mary Meg McCarthy CHICAGO (January 20, 2021) — President Joe Biden’s inauguration is an opportunity to re-imagine an immigration system that is just and humane, supports family unity and strong communities, and confronts the legacy of racism and xenophobia that have put Black and Brown immigrants at risk for too long.