We're suing the Biden administration to protect people seeking asylum. Read more →

June 8, 2023

 
 
 
 
 

Immigrant rights advocates sue Biden administration over asylum ban

NIJC joined the ACLU, ACLU of Northern California, and Center for Gender & Refugee Studies in a lawsuit challenging the new asylum ban. Asylum is a human and legal right that protects people whose livelihoods and safety are in jeopardy. Asylum is a lifeline for many and we will defend it.

Read about our lawsuit against the asylum ban. See our report with other civil and human rights groups who visited the border recently about the abysmal conditions people experience as the new asylum ban takes effect.

 

Campaign launches to give deported people a Chance to Come Home

More than 500 people around the world joined the film premiere and virtual launch of our campaign to give deported people a Chance to Come Home to reunite with loved ones and communities in the United States.

Watch the launch event featuring members of Congress including Cory Booker and meet the 10 deported people leading the campaign. 

 
 
 
 
 
 

Immigrant rights groups call on Biden administration to stop interviews in CBP custody

NIJC joined hundreds of organizations in calling on the Biden administration to stop forcing asylum seekers to do credible fear interviews while in the custody of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). 

After weeks of trying to provide legal consultation to people in this situation, NIJC staff found the U.S. government is actively obstructing access to counsel and is intentionally rushing people through to deportation without legal advice or representation. Read our findings.

 
 
 

Title 42 closes as asylum faces mounting challenges

As Title 42 has officially ended, attacks on immigrants' right to seek asylum have mounted.

The U.S. government faces an important choice: stand on the right side of history by protecting those who seek safety or end asylum and strip immigrants of a life-saving, fundamental right.

Check out our FAQ on Title 42 and read our solutions for a humane border policy.

IN THE NEWS: NIJC Director of Policy Heidi Altman told the Hill that Title 42's end creates a vital moment for the U.S. "The end of Title 42 is an opportunity, not a threat - an opportunity for our leaders to stand up and affirm the United States' role as a country that welcomes those seeking safety and embraces human rights." Read the article here.

 
 

Immigration advocates celebrate the 24th annual Human Rights Awards

NIJC honored human rights champions and celebrated the contributions of community, and business leaders at our Human Rights Awards this week with 1,000 attendees! 

Congratulations to our awardees, Javier Zamora, AbbVie, Muslim Women Resource Center, Wade Thomson, and the 12 attorneys receiving the Rising Star Award. 

Thanks to your support, people and families continue to receive life-changing legal services. Watch the video about courageous NIJC clients Josue and Mayra that premiered at the event.

 

Like getting emails like this one? Make sure you update your preferences using the "Manage Your Preferences" link at the bottom of this email so you keep getting the information you want from NIJC!

Having trouble viewing this email? View it in your web browser

Connect with NIJC

NATIONAL IMMIGRANT JUSTICE CENTER
224 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 600 | Chicago, Illinois 60604
immigrantjustice.org

Unsubscribe or Manage Your Preferences