Executive Director Sue Roche and Hope Act’s Executive Director Martha Stein reflect on ILAP’s 30th anniversary.
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ILAP will be offering immigration legal support and asylum assistance to those who moved into Portland’s new shelter this week. The Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition (MIRC), In Her Presence, and other organizations are also working together to provide support.
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In response to proposed anti-immigrant legislation, Representative Pingree reiterates the importance of her Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act, which ILAP strongly supports.
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ILAP is honored to be among 24 organizations in Maine to receive funding from the Maine Women’s Fund at the Maine Community Foundation to advance gender equity. Thank you!
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Hundreds from across ILAP’s community come together to mark the organization’s 30th anniversary during “Journey Toward Justice” at UNE’s Innovation Hall, raising $60,000 in support of ILAP’s mission.
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New Hope Midcoast offers critical legal advocacy and other support to survivors of domestic violence, often partnering with ILAP to help immigrant survivors pursue immigration protections and legal status.
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In response to Maine Department of Labor’s waiver request, Executive Director Sue Roche stresses the importance of reducing wait times for work permits and explains why supporting Rep. Chellie Pingree’s proposed federal legislation is critical in this effort.
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ILAP joins partners to launch a national #LetAsylumSeekersWork campaign aimed at reducing asylum seekers’ wait time for work permits. Executive Director Sue Roche explains the importance of this campaign for ILAP’s clients and Maine’s community.
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