Resources
“First Steps After an Immigration Arrest” Guide
The CCIJ “First Steps After an Immigration Arrest” guide helps families and friends know what to do if someone they care about is taken by immigration agents. The guide explains how to act quickly, starting with contacting your local Rapid Response Network for help and support. It provides clear steps for finding out where your loved one is being held, how to contact them, and what you can do to support them while they are in detention. The guide also shares important tips about gathering documents, finding legal help, and protecting your loved one’s rights. This resource is made to help you take action and support your loved one during a difficult and confusing time.
Informed Immigrant Resource Library
The Informed Immigrant Resource Library: Navigating Detention & Deportation is a helpful website for people who are worried about immigration detention or deportation. This website has simple guides, emergency planning tips, and important information all in one place. You can learn about your rights, how to make a plan for your family, how to find good legal help, and what to expect if someone is detained or deported. The information is easy to read and available in different languages. This resource is made to help and support immigrants and their families during difficult times.
National Immigration Legal Services Directory
The National Immigration Legal Services Directory is a website that helps people find free or low-cost help with immigration problems. It lists trusted nonprofit organizations all across the United States. You can search for help by your state, county, or even by the name of a detention center. The directory only includes organizations that are safe and reliable. This makes it easier for immigrants and their families to find good legal help when they need it.
Immigration Preparedness Toolkit
The ILRC’s Immigration Preparedness Toolkit is a free guide to help immigrants and their families get ready for problems with immigration. The toolkit explains your rights if you are stopped by immigration officers (ICE), tells you about possible ways to stay in the U.S., and helps you make a plan for your family in case something happens. It also shows you what documents to collect and how to prepare for a meeting with a lawyer. The toolkit is easy to use and has links to more information and helpful tools. It is a good first step for anyone who wants to be ready and protect their family.