Washington, D.C. (November 18, 2024) – Ayuda is proud to announce that Victoria Maqueda Feldman has been appointed as Ayuda’s Director of Legal Programs, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to immigrant communities.
In her new role, Victoria will oversee Ayuda’s legal programs across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, including immigration, domestic violence, and family law services. She will also lead the organization’s pro bono and Project END initiatives, ensuring high-quality, culturally sensitive legal assistance for low-income immigrant populations.
“We are thrilled to have Victoria step into the role of Legal Director,” said Paula Fitzgerald, Ayuda’s Executive Director. “Her commitment to justice and extensive experience in immigration law perfectly align with our mission to create a community where immigrants can thrive with dignity and hope.”
Previously Ayuda’s Interim Legal Director and Virginia Managing Attorney, Victoria has a long history of transformative work at Ayuda, including serving as Supervising Attorney and Staff Attorney in the DC office and starting her journey at Ayuda as a legal intern. Her impactful career also includes a notable fellowship with the Santa Fe Dreamers Project in New Mexico.
She holds a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center and a magna cum laude bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University. A proud daughter of Argentine immigrants and native Spanish speaker, she embodies Ayuda’s mission to support immigrant families.
“I am deeply honored to lead Ayuda’s incredible legal team,” said Maqueda. “Ayuda has been my legal home for the past seven years and together, we will continue advocating for justice and providing hope to those who need it most.”
For over 50 years, Ayuda has been a lifeline for immigrants in the D.C. area. Victoria’s leadership marks an exciting new chapter in advancing equity and opportunity for all.
For more information, visit www.ayuda.com/leadership.
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About Ayuda:
Ayuda provides direct legal, social, and language access services to low-income immigrants in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Since 1973, Ayuda has served more than 150,000 immigrants throughout the region. Ayuda is the only nonprofit service provider in the area that provides a wide range of immigration and family law assistance, social services, and language access support for all immigrants – including women, men, and children – from anywhere in the world. Visit www.ayuda.com to learn more.