Senior Project Attorney Jennifer Bailey explains how a recent ruling impacts Maine asylum seekers’ access to work permits, available in French, Spanish, Somali, and Portuguese. You can listen to more translated news here!

Press MentionsGuest UserMarch 11, 2022Community Partners, Asylum, Work Permit

ILAP Testimony in Support of Proposed Amendment to LD 1999: An Act to Require Civil Rights Officers at Law Enforcement Agencies

Executive Director Sue Roche, Esq. testified in Support of Proposed Amendment to LD 1999: An Act to Require Civil Rights Officers at Law Enforcement Agencies, before the Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety.

ILAP Testimony in Support of Part JJ of the Supplemental Budget (LD 1995)

Executive Director Sue Roche, Esq. testified in support of Part JJ of the Supplemental Budget (LD 1995) to increase funding for civil legal aid before the Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee.

Advocacy in Action, Legislative TestimonyGuest UserMarch 4, 2022Advocacy, Testimony

PlayNotes: Last Ship to Proxima Centauri

An interview with ILAP Board member Arnie Macdonald was featured in Portland Stage's PlayNotes for their production of Last Ship to Proxima Centauri. Arnie spoke about ILAP's work, his experience as a pro bono panel member, and Maine's immigrant communities. Read more…

Press MentionsGuest UserMarch 4, 2022Community Partners, Board of Directors

TPS SUDAN [English]

The United States government is offering Sudanese people who are currently in the U.S. Temporary Protected Status (TPS). TPS gives people temporary protection from deportation, legal status, and a work permit (Employment Authorization Card).

Legal AdvisoriesGuest UserMarch 3, 2022English, TPS

TPS SOUTH SUDAN [English]

The United States government is offering South Sudanese people who are currently in the U.S. Temporary Protected Status (TPS). TPS gives people temporary protection from deportation, legal status, and a work permit (Employment Authorization Card).

Legal AdvisoriesGuest UserMarch 3, 2022English, TPS

The Golden Door: February 2022

Here is an update on recent state and federal activities impacting the lives of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Maine.

Contact your State Representatives: Take Action on Access to Justice Day

Join us in advocating for Maine’s investment in civil legal aid on March 1st, Access to Justice Day! Send a message to your representatives in support of LD 1326 and justice for all.

Call to ActionGuest UserFebruary 28, 2022Call to Action, Advocacy

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