ILAP mourns the tragic loss of our neighbors in Lewiston during yet another mass shooting in the United States. Our hearts are with the Lewiston community. Our minds are on policy change.
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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 was honored to mark our 30th anniversary with hundreds of supporters of Maine’s immigrant justice movement. Together, we connected with our history, enjoyed globally inspired food and music, committed to the journey still ahead.
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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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Here is an update on recent state and federal activities impacting the lives of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Maine.
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ILAP joins the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) in calling for immediate action to expand the automatic extension of work authorization for immigrants with pending work permit renewal applications.
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Senior Intake Paralegal Francine Ngabu joins other leaders on Maine Calling to discuss the barriers immigrants face while looking for employment, the resources available to help, and the countless strengths immigrants bring to Maine’s economy and community.
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