¡Aprende y aprovecha el momento! Esta semana, El Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS) comenzó a aceptar solicitudes en línea para el programa “Manteniendo a las Familias Unidas,” que ofrece un nuevo camino hacia el estatus legal de inmigración para algunos cónyuges e hijastros de ciudadanos estadounidenses. "Si bien el nuevo programa brinda una oportunidad para que muchos miembros de la comunidad desde hace mucho tiempo finalmente soliciten estatus legal y autorización de trabajo, la administración también implementó barreras significativas para los inmigrantes que han interactuado con el sistema legal penal", dijo la directora ejecutiva del NIJC, Mary Meg McCarthy. “Al igual que con cualquier programa nuevo, NIJC recomienda encarecidamente a las personas que han sido acusadas o condenadas por delitos, o que tienen antecedentes de inmigración complejos, a hablar con un profesional legal de inmigración calificado antes de pagar la elevada tarifa de solicitud y presentar su solicitud al gobierno". Lea nuestras FAQ aquí para obtener la información que necesitas sobre el programa:
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Human rights org providing legal services to & advocating for immigrants through policy reform, litigation & education.
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The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) is a non-partisan human rights leader. Known widely for its expertise in immigration law and direct legal services, NIJC protects individuals and advocates for policy reform. NIJC is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with offices in Goshen and Indianapolis, Indiana; San Diego; and Washington, D.C. Commenting Policy: This is a page for pro-migrant supporters, and we encourage open discussion and invite you to share your opinion on our issues. However, we reserve the right to delete posts containing any of the following elements: - profanity - misinformation - spam / off-topic - personal attacks - promoting violence - promoting illegal or questionable activities - promoting hate - disparaging in tone, disrespectful, or deliberately provocative We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to connecting with each of you to defend human rights for immigrants.
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Online applications are OPEN for the new Parole-in-Place program (also known as the "Keeping Families Together" program), offering a new pathway for some spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens to get legal immigration status. “While the new program provides an opportunity for many long-time community members to finally apply for legal status and work authorization, the administration also implemented significant barriers for immigrants who have interacted with the criminal legal system,” said NIJC Executive Director Mary Meg McCarthy. “Like with any new program, NIJC strongly encourages individuals who have been charged or convicted of crimes, or who have complex immigration histories, to speak with a qualified immigration legal professional before they pay the hefty application fee and submit their request to the government.” Get our updated FAQ with everything you need to know about what the program does, who is eligible, and who should proceed with caution:
Know Your Rights: Parole-in-Place for Spouses and Stepchildren of U.S. citizens
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📢 We're Hiring! 📢 Our team at the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) is expanding and we need talented and passionate people like YOU to join our team. Right now, we have seven new job openings that we're eager to fill. Whether you're a legal professional, a dedicated advocate, or someone with a heart for service, we want to hear from you! Apply ASAP to join us and make a positive impact by advocating for immigrants' rights and dignity every day. Visit our careers webpage to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-Pwdn8U 💼✨
Current Career Opportunities at National Immigrant Justice Center
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If you have a strong financial background, particular working with nonprofits, please apply for the NIJC’s controller position and join the amazing NIJC team. Your expertise will contribute to advancing our mission.
Retired Market Managing Partner at Grant Thornton LLP | Board Director | Risk | Cyber | Investigations | Mentor | Coach
NIJC, whose board I proudly served on for more than 10 years, recently became an independent, nonprofit organization and is building its operations team. As a $15M organization with 170 employees dedicated to advancing immigrant justice, NIJC is excited about the future and is searching for a controller to join its dynamic team. Below is a link to the job description. Please feel free to pass along to anyone you think may be interested.
Controller for National Immigrant Justice Center - Chicago, IL
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If someone you know needs assistance with DACA renewal, make sure they don't miss our upcoming FREE in-person legal clinic on September 17! It's a great opportunity to get the expertise you need to navigate the renewal process. Save and share this post with your network! And learn more about our upcoming DACA renewal clinic here: https://lnkd.in/gtEpWwFE
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Are you looking to grow your knowledge of immigration relief? Look no further! NIJC's hosting a two-part training session on September 11th and 25th for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, also known as SIJS. It serves as a crucial form of immigration relief for children who’ve faced neglect, abuse or abandonment by a parent. The first part of the training will give an overview of SIJS and guide participants step-by-step through the process of obtaining an SIJS predicate order from a probate or family court in Illinois. The second part will cover the filing procedures with USCIS, including: Form I-360, deferred action, and ultimately adjustment of status to get a green card. This webinar is open to attorneys and legal advocates PLUS attendees can receive 1.5 hours of CLE credit available for each part. To learn more and RSVP, visit: https://lnkd.in/gXqJhkyG
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We had another great clinic for people from Afghanistan seeking permanent residency with pro bono attorneys at Sidley Austin LLP! Special shout out to Kate Ramos, Geoff Cebula, and Nicole Ward for combining their expertise to connect Afghan refugees and asylees with legal counsel. Teamwork at its finest! #RefugeeSupport #LegalCounsel #ProBono #RefugeeRights
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Six weeks into the Biden administration's new asylum ban, NIJC and our partner organizations found that Department of Homeland Security and border patrol officers are: - deporting people who do not "shout out" their fear of return - ignoring those who expressed fear - barring people from contacting attorneys while in custody See people's stories in our full report: https://lnkd.in/gHJYcYzA
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A NEW federal court ruling allows people who experienced inhumane living conditions in Clay County Jail (IN) to proceed with a lawsuit holding ICE & Clay County accountable for openly misusing funds meant to ensure better conditions. "For years, ICE has looked the other way as Clay County brazenly misappropriates funds earmarked for the care and custody of people detained by ICE at Clay County Jail, while those housed at the jail suffer in egregiously substandard conditions," said Mark Feldman, a senior litigation attorney at NIJC. NIJC proudly represents three brave people who are plaintiffs--Maribel, Javier, and Baijebo--as they stand up for others who were denied basic human dignity. Stay informed and read our full statement on the ruling:
Federal Court Rules for Case to Move Forward in Challenging ICE's “Extreme” Abdication of Responsibility Over Misappropriated Detention Funds
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Learn the ins and outs of obtaining Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) in our comprehensive, two-part training on September 11th and 25th. Designed for attorneys and legal advocates, this training is an essential learning opportunity for legal professionals who want to assist children who've faced abuse, neglect, or abandonment. Join us for a deep dive into SIJS predicate orders and USCIS filing process. CLE credit will be provided for each Part. For more information and to register, visit: https://lnkd.in/gXqJhkyG #LegalTraining #ImmigrationRelief #Attorney
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