2008

  • ILAP launches the Detention Project and begins conducting group legal rights orientations at Cumberland County Jail.

  • ILAP experiences a 450% increase in the number of asylum seekers needing legal assistance and struggles to meet demand.

  • ILAP successfully advocates for the passage of a state law creating criminal penalties for human traffickers and civil remedies for survivors of human trafficking, including immigrants.

  • ILAP receives Preble Street's Community Partner Award.

  • ILAP joins Facebook!

Sarah Barton