Everything about the asylum process is long and cumbersome. But CAM is a straightforward process that gives asylum seekers and victims of crimes the gift of family unity.
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Volunteering at RILA clinics (specifically at the registration desk) is a huge bright spot.
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To be denied asylum is already a difficult thing, but to be denied on a flawed basis when you are legally eligible for relief is much worse; the former may be disappointing and even devastating, but the latter is truly injustice.
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We are very excited to help RILA families reunite with their children through the Central American Minors (CAM) Program!
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In addition to resettlement assistance, newly arrived Afghan families will need help to understand their immigration situation and to apply for permanent legal status in the US which is critical to their ability to work, live and make a life here. And this need will persist over the coming months and years.
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Recently, DHS released a memorandum changing its position regarding prosecutorial discretion (PD). We are very encouraged that this is becoming available for RILA clients!
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Cora is from East Africa, and she is seeking asylum in the US. She was persecuted by her government because of her political opinion and associations.
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Like refugees, asylum-seekers are fleeing persecution and harm in their home countries and seeking international protection since their home governments are not able to protect them. However, when asylum-seekers enter the US, they do not have legal status.
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Hear Javier’s story of hope and resilience.
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This summer internship will provide the intern with a deeper understanding of the needs of asylum seekers, the social service landscape in the DMV area, and experience researching and networking with service providers. This role combines the interests of the intern with the needs of RILA, and will be a substantive and immersive experience.
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I met Jean Claude in 2016 at RILA’s very first clinic. He was grappling with the instability that comes from living without the protection of your home country or legal status in this country. He couldn’t see the way forward, and yet, he had tremendous faith that God was with him.
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What we see each day is that for most UACs, one day it becomes crystal clear that remaining in their home countries means imminent death, always figuratively and often literally.
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The opportunity to obtain driving privilege cards will give RILA clients the critical ability to legally drive.
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The Trump Administration has made an unprecedented number of changes to immigration policy over the past four years, over 900 by some accounts. And it is continuing to make changes into the 11th hour. But with a new administration mere days away, we are hopeful for what is to come in 2021 with regards to protecting asylum seekers.
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The administration recently issued two new rules that will have a huge impact on our clients and their ability to legally work in the United States.
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RILA President/CEO Natalie Foote gives an update on how RILA clients are being impacted by the pandemic and economic crisis.
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RILA needs note takers and interpreters who are available for one hour time-slots during the day on weekdays to attend our client meetings via Zoom. We are also welcome individuals who can help us provide grocery support for our clients.
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Comments in Response to Joint Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, EOIR Docket No. 18-0002, Procedures for Asylum and Withholding of Removal; Credible Fear and Reasonable Fear Review and Collection of Information, OMB Control Number 1615-0067
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The Trump administration is proposing new regulations that would impact the asylum process. RILA Director of Legal Services, Jason Braun, explains how this could impact our clients.
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By telling her story, Gabriela hopes that others will know what life is like for an immigrant living in this country escaping daily threats and fear for their lives.
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