Policy Corner: From Local To Federal — Moving Immigration Policy In Our Communities
We can have a big impact in our local communities by working to make them more welcoming for everyone.
U.S. Citizenship Act Offers a Necessary New Path Toward a More Humane Immigration System
Bill marks significant progress, but continued reliance on criminal law undermines efforts toward racial justice CHICAGO (February 18, 2021) – The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) welcomes today’s introduction of the U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021, which creates a path to citizenship for millions of people in the United States.
Over 60 Members of Congress Push President Biden and DHS to End Programs that Conscript Local Police to Work as Federal Immigration Enforcement
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Over 60 members of Congress, led by Reps.
NIJC joins 160+ Organizations Calling for an End to Migration-Related Prosecutions
NIJC joined more than 160 groups calling on President Biden to uphold past commitments to end mass prosecutions for migration-related offenses that deny individuals their right to a fair hearing and due process.
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Advocates Detail Irreparable Harms, Request Stay in Challenge to Trump-era Rule Restricting Immigrants’ Access to Justice
Unlawful DOJ Rule Remains in Effect While Litigation Pending Trump Admin Made Sweeping Procedural Changes That Deny Due Process, Will Cause Wrongful Deportations, and Worsen Immigration Court Case Backlog On Monday, five immigrant justice groups filed a motion to stay an unlawful Trump administration rule that went into effect on January 15 and severely restricts immigrants’ access to justice in…
Protecting Asylum Seekers and Families Means Ending Expulsions and Providing a Clear Path for Those Trapped in Mexico
“Review” is not enough — NIJC Calls On Biden Administration To Act Quickly to Ensure Meaningful Protection for People at Our Borders CHICAGO (February 2, 2021) — The Biden administration issued three Executive Orders this evening outlining its plan to address regional migration and restore asylum rights , roll back obstacles to the legal immigration system , and create a…
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.
Welcome and Compassion: NIJC’s Principles toward a Just Approach to Migration Policy
The National Immigrant Justice Center works to advance equal justice and human rights for all immigrants, and seeks to ensure their full participation in our plural, diverse society.
"It’s Unjust What Happened to Me" – Oliver’s Story
Learn more about Oliver’s story by reading our report, A Legacy of Injustice: The U.S. Criminalization of Migration .
Here’s how you can protect immigrant rights
We’re seeing unprecedented attacks on our immigrant neighbors and those seeking safety in the United States, including children.
"One Suffers a Lot of Discrimination in Detention": Alexis’ Story
Learn more about Alexis’ story by reading our report, A Legacy of Injustice: The U.S. Criminalization of Migration .
Groundbreaking New Way Forward Act challenges racial profiling and mass incarceration in U.S. immigration system
National Immigrant Justice Center celebrates introduction of bill to ease injustice of discriminatory laws which have criminalized immigrants, separated families Washington, D.C. – The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) applauds today’s introduction of the New Way Forward Act by Reps.