The Golden Door: December 2023

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

The Golden Door, ILAP NewsILAP MaineDecember 31, 2023Asylum, Hiring, Support, Community Partners, Rural Maine, Call to Action

Maine Justice Foundation awards grants to six state groups working for racial justice and equity

ILAP is among six Maine organizations to be selected for grants from the Maine Justice Foundation for groups working toward racial justice and equity. The funding will support the continuation of ILAP’s Racial Justice Fellowship program.

Press MentionsILAP MaineDecember 22, 2023Support, Racial Justice, Internship

260+ organizations nationwide urge White House and Congress to oppose anti-immigrant policies in supplemental funding negotiations

ILAP joins 263 organizations calling on the Biden administration and Congress to firmly reject all anti-immigrant policies in funding negotiations, including proposals to further restrict asylum, expand expedited removal, detain families, and revive Title 42.

Advocacy in Action, Advocacy LetterILAP MaineDecember 15, 2023Asylum

Amjambo Time, Episode 36

Executive Director Sue Roche and Hope Act’s Executive Director Martha Stein reflect on ILAP’s 30th anniversary.

Press MentionsILAP MaineDecember 8, 2023Event, Community Partners

Portland’s new shelter for asylum seekers off to a smooth start

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.

Press MentionsILAP MaineDecember 1, 2023Asylum, Housing, Community Partners

The Golden Door: November 2023

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

Coalition Letter re: USCIS Denial of Language Access to Affirmative Asylum Applicants

ILAP calls for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to continue providing interpreters at asylum interviews for non-English speakers who cannot find or afford their own interpreters.

Advocacy in Action, Advocacy LetterILAP MaineNovember 30, 2023Language Access, Asylum

As Republicans Push Shortsighted Border Bill, Pingree Champions Bipartisan Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act

In response to proposed anti-immigrant legislation, Representative Pingree reiterates the importance of her Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act, which ILAP strongly supports.

Press MentionsILAP MaineNovember 29, 2023Asylum, Work Permit, Federal

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