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# Ayuda

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## Posts

- [A Year After the National Guard Came to D.C., Immigrant Families Are Still Living in Fear](https://ayuda.com/a-year-after-the-national-guard-came-to-d-c-immigrant-families-are-still-living-in-fear/) - August 2025 marked the start of a period defined by eroded trust for immigrant communities.
- [He Found Help at Ayuda. Today’s Children Deserve the Same Chance. ](https://ayuda.com/he-found-help-at-ayuda-todays-children-deserve-the-same-chance/) - A child should never have to stand alone in a courtroom.
- [Ayuda Welcomes Dr. Mamadou Sy as Chief Operating Officer ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-welcomes-dr-mamadou-sy-as-chief-operating-officer/) - Today, Ayuda announced the appointment of Dr. Mamadou Sy as its Chief Operating Officer (COO).
- [Ayuda Welcomes Supreme Court Decision to Uphold Birthright Citizenship](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-welcomes-supreme-court-decision-to-uphold-birthright-citizenship/) - Ayuda supports today’s U.S. Supreme Court 6-3 decision, ruling that President Trump’s executive order attempting to deny citizenship to some children born in the U.S. is unconstitutional.
- [America 250 Belongs to Immigrants Like Maya](https://ayuda.com/america-250-belongs-to-immigrants-like-maya/) - Celebrate Pride Month and Immigrant Heritage Month with Ayuda’s Sip with Purpose, supporting immigrant families across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
- [Supreme Court Ruling Endangers Thousands by Ending TPS for Haitians and Syrians](https://ayuda.com/supreme-court-ruling-endangers-thousands-by-ending-tps-for-haitians-and-syrians/) - Ayuda condemns a new adjustment of status policy that threatens family unity and creates barriers to lawful permanent residency.
- [DC FY27 Budget Heads to Final Vote with Key Wins for Immigrants](https://ayuda.com/dc-fy27-budget-heads-to-final-vote-with-key-wins-for-immigrants/) - Ayuda condemns a new adjustment of status policy that threatens family unity and creates barriers to lawful permanent residency.
- [Trump Administration Deploys Federal Agents to Intimidate Legal Services Nonprofits Representing Unaccompanied Immigrant Children](https://ayuda.com/federal-agents-target-legal-nonprofits-serving-immigrant-children/) - Federal agents targeted legal nonprofits serving immigrant children, escalating intimidation against advocates and due process.
- [Sip with Purpose: A Toast to Pride & Heritage](https://ayuda.com/sip-with-purpose-a-toast-to-pride-heritage/) - Celebrate Pride Month and Immigrant Heritage Month with Ayuda’s Sip with Purpose, supporting immigrant families across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
- [Immigrant Heritage Month 2026 Festivities](https://ayuda.com/immigrant-heritage-month-2026-festivities/) - Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month with Ayuda’s roundup of events across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia, featuring cultural festivals, food, music, film, art, and community gatherings throughout June.
- [Ayuda Celebrates Immigrant Resilience at Standing with Immigrants 2026](https://ayuda.com/standing-with-immigrants-2026/) - Ayuda’s Standing with Immigrants 2026 celebrated immigrant resilience, community, and advocates advancing justice for immigrants in the DMV region.
- [Ayuda Condemns New Policy Memorandum Threatening Family Unity and Lawful Permanent Residency](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-condemns-new-policy-memorandum-threatening-family-unity-and-lawful-permanent-residency/) - Ayuda condemns a new adjustment of status policy that threatens family unity and creates barriers to lawful permanent residency.
- [Finding Hope: The Indescribable Power of Social Services](https://ayuda.com/finding-hope-the-indescribable-power-of-social-services/) - Discover how Ayuda’s trauma-informed social services helped Ana, an immigrant survivor, find safety, stability, and hope after exploitation and fear.
- [The DC FY27 Budget Proposal: Putting Immigrant Survivors at Risk](https://ayuda.com/the-dc-fy27-budget-proposal-putting-immigrant-survivors-at-risk/) - Without action, low-income immigrant communities and Black and brown working-class residents will continue to bear the burden of disinvestment.
- [Stand Together for Fairfax Immigrant Communities](https://ayuda.com/fairfax-immigrant-rally/) - Join Fairfax County residents and allies on May 14 as we stand in support of immigrant communities and reject anti-immigrant misinformation. Together, we’ll rally at the House Judiciary hearing to defend dignity, inclusion, and policies that help keep our communities safe.
- [From Survival to Security: Why Immigration Legal Representation Matters](https://ayuda.com/from-survival-to-security-why-immigration-legal-representation-matters/) - For low-income immigrant communities , access to direct legal representation has never been more urgent. An analysis of more than 2.28 million immigration court cases decided between FY2019 and FY2024 found that 62 percent of immigrants without an attorney were ordered deported. As immigration enforcement intensifies nationwide, getting qualified legal services is one of the best ways that newcomers can proactively protect themselves and their families. At Ayuda, we see firsthand how direct representation and secure legal status can transform lives. In 2025, our legal services
- [Woven Together: Ayuda’s 2025 Impact Report](https://ayuda.com/2025-impact-report/) - Because of readers like you, we were able to show up, consistently and compassionately, for immigrant families and survivors of violence.
- [Co-Building Hope + Harmony for Immigrant Survivors – World Social Work Day 2026 ](https://ayuda.com/co-building-hope-harmony-for-immigrant-survivors-world-social-work-day-2026/) - The theme of “co-building hope and harmony” is not just symbolic — it reflects the way Ayuda’s social services operate every day.
- [Testimony:  Ayuda Urges D.C. Council to Hold MPD Accountable](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-urges-d-c-council-to-hold-mpd-accountable/) - Last month, Ayuda testified before the DC Council in response to concerns of a reduced Access to Justice budget.
- [ACT NOW: End ICE / Police Collaboration in Virginia](https://ayuda.com/va-says-no-to-287gs/) - Now in the wake of piling tragedies, it is indisputably clear that ICE puts us all in danger – regardless of immigration status. Virginia has the power to stop this.
- [When the Rules Keep Changing: A Year of Uncertainty for Immigrant Families ](https://ayuda.com/meeting-uncertainty-with-legal-social-language-access/) - How legal instability, unmet basic needs, and language barriers intersect, and what truly stabilizes families.
- [ACTÚA AHORA: Pon fin a la colaboración entre ICE y la policía en Virginia](https://ayuda.com/va-rechaza-287gs/) - Los acuerdos 287(g) permiten que la policía local actúe como agentes de inmigración, lo que fomenta la discriminación racial, separa familias y hace que nuestras comunidades sean menos seguras.
- [One Year of Impact and Resilience ](https://ayuda.com/one-year-of-impact-and-resilience/) - Over the past year, immigrant families have been forced to move through the world more carefully. Not by choice, but by design.
- [USCIS Policy Changes Threaten VAWA Survivor Protections](https://ayuda.com/uscis-policy-changes-threaten-vawa-survivor-protections/) - Ayuda raises concern over recent USCIS Policy Manual revisions affecting VAWA self-petitioners. The changes risk imposing rigid evidentiary standards that fail to account for the realities of abuse and trauma, increasing the likelihood of unjust denials. Ayuda calls on USCIS to reconsider the guidance to ensure survivor safety remains paramount.
- [Ayuda Statement on the Tragic Death Caused by ICE in Minneapolis](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-statement-on-the-tragic-death-caused-by-ice-in-minneapolis/) - Ayuda condemns the killing of a woman during an ICE enforcement operation in Minneapolis on January 7 and calls for a thorough, independent, and transparent investigation into the use of deadly force. This tragic event underscores the lasting harm caused by aggressive immigration enforcement, which erodes trust and fuels fear rather than creating safety. Ayuda remains committed to advancing the rights, dignity, and safety of immigrant communities in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
- [Ayuda Applauds Council Leadership on Immigrant Safety, Supports Strengthening Protections](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-applauds-council-leadership-on-immigrant-safety-supports-strengthening-protections/) - Ayuda applauds the introduction of the Safe Community Places and Policing Amendment Act, calling it a critical step toward ending harmful policing practices and protecting Black, Brown, and immigrant communities in D.C.
- [“Lives Are on the Line”: Ayuda’s Testimony to the DC Council](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-testimony-dc-healthcare-alliance/) - On December 3, Ayuda staff testified before the DC Council Committee on Health during its Budget Oversight hearing, urging Council Members to reverse harmful cuts to the DC Healthcare Alliance program. Grounded in decades of service and the lived experiences of their clients, Ayuda’s testimony made clear that these cuts are not abstract budget decisions, but they are choices with life-threatening consequences for immigrant residents across the District.
- [Violence Has No Place Here — Neither Does Islamophobia](https://ayuda.com/news-rejecting-islamophobia-immigration-crackdown/) - Ayuda mourns the National Guard service member killed in D.C. and condemns nationality-based immigration punishments that fuel Islamophobia and harm Afghan families.
- [Ayuda Calls on Councilmember Pinto to Hold a Public Hearing on MPD’s Cooperation with Federal Agencies ](https://ayuda.com/mpd-ice-public-hearing/) - A public hearing is critical to provide clarity and accountability on MPD’s coordination with federal immigration agencies and to ensure protection of civil liberties and compliance with the Sanctuary Values Amendment.
- [Where Compassion Meets Action: Celebrating Pro Bono Week at Ayuda](https://ayuda.com/pro-bono-week-2025/) - Pro Bono Week takes place October 19-25, 2025. Every year, Pro Bono Week reminds us of a simple but powerful truth: access to justice should never depend on one’s ability to pay. At Ayuda, we see this truth in action every day through the dedication, heart, and expertise of our pro bono program. The Power
- [Honoring the Legacy of Luis Eduardo Rumbaut, Ayudante (1949-2025)](https://ayuda.com/luis-rumbaut/) - Ayuda reflects on the legacy and contributions of former Executive Director, Luis Rumbaut.
- [The Impact of Your Support in 2025 – a Mid-year Update ](https://ayuda.com/2025midyearimpact/) - Celebrating the impact of your support in 2025 (so far!).
- [Ninth Circuit Stay on TPS Protections Will Harm Thousands of Immigrants](https://ayuda.com/ninth-circuit-stay-on-tps-protections-will-harm-thousands-of-immigrants/) - Ayuda serves TPS recipients throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia and knows firsthand how these terminations threaten community stability and well-being.
- [Ayuda Condemns Federal Seizure of D.C. Police and National Guard Deployment](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-condemns-federal-seizure-of-d-c-police-and-national-guard-deployment/) - Ayuda is deeply concerned about the disproportionate harm this action could cause to D.C.’s vibrant immigrant communities
- [Ayuda Statement on the Termination of Temporary Protected Status for Multiple Countries](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-statement-on-the-termination-of-temporary-protected-status-for-multiple-countries/) - Ayuda serves TPS recipients throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia and knows firsthand how these terminations threaten community stability and well-being.
- [Ayuda Condemns Gov. Youngkin's Plan to Support ICE by Deploying National Guard](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-urges-governor-youngkin-to-reverse-course-on-training-state-national-guard-to-support-ice/) - The approved FY2026 D.C. budget cuts funding for the D.C. Healthcare Alliance Program, meaning that 28,000 immigrants and low-income residents will lose the healthcare they depend on by 2027.
- [DC Council Votes to Strip Thousands of Immigrants, Low-Income Residents of Healthcare ](https://ayuda.com/dc-council-votes-to-strip-thousands-of-immigrants-low-income-residents-of-healthcare/) - The approved FY2026 D.C. budget cuts funding for the D.C. Healthcare Alliance Program, meaning that 28,000 immigrants and low-income residents will lose the healthcare they depend on by 2027.
- [Job-Readiness Training Opens New Doors for Immigrant Survivors of Human Trafficking ](https://ayuda.com/job-readiness-training-opens-new-doors-for-immigrant-survivors-of-human-trafficking/) - For survivors of human trafficking, escaping their abuse is just the beginning of the road to recovery. Immigrant survivors of human trafficking in particular face barriers to rebuilding their lives. Consider that a Polaris Study found that after exit, 75 percent of survivors struggled to get the trauma-informed mental healthcare they need, while 69 percent
- [ACT NOW: Your Voice is Making a Difference for DC Immigrants – But a Critical Healthcare Program Still Hangs in the Balance ](https://ayuda.com/act-now-your-voice-is-making-a-difference-for-dc-immigrants-but-a-critical-healthcare-program-still-hangs-in-the-balance/) - At Ayuda, we believe that access to healthcare should not be tied to immigration status. If you agree, please contact your D.C. Council Member and urge them to fully restore Healthcare Alliance funding for adults in the FY26 budget.
- [ACT NOW: DC FY26 Budget Still Falls Short for Immigrants ](https://ayuda.com/act-now-dc-fy26-budget-still-falls-short-for-immigrants/) - Keeping speaking up for immigrants as the DC Council marks up the draft budget.
- [Ayuda Condemns Passage of H.R.1 – The One Big Beautiful Bill Act  ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-condemns-passage-of-h-r-1-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-act/) - Ayuda stands in strong condemnation of the Supreme Court decision to limit nationwide injunctions on Executive Order 14160
- [Ayuda Decries the Supreme Court Ruling Limiting Injunctions in Birthright Citizenship Case and Placing Immigrant Children at Risk  ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-decries-the-supreme-court-ruling-limiting-injunctions-in-birthright-citizenship-case-and-placing-immigrant-children-at-risk/) - Ayuda stands in strong condemnation of the Supreme Court decision to limit nationwide injunctions on Executive Order 14160
- [ACT NOW: Critical Services for D.C. Immigrants Under Threat](https://ayuda.com/act-now-critical-services-for-d-c-immigrants-under-threat/) - Your voice is needed more than ever this D.C. budget season.
- [Sip with Purpose: Toasting Pride, Heritage, and Immigrant Justice](https://ayuda.com/sip-with-purpose-toasting-pride-heritage-and-immigrant-justice/) - Enjoy cocktails around the region while supporting Ayuda's work - all month long!
- [Ayuda Urges DC Council to Preserve Sanctuary City Status](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-urges-dc-council-to-preserve-sanctuary-city-status/) - Sanctuary City policies keep all of us safe.
- [Immigrant Heritage Month - 2025 Festivities](https://ayuda.com/immigrant-heritage-month-2025-festivities/) - Events across DC, Maryland, and Virgina
- [Congress Must Reject Inhumane Immigration Provisions in Reconciliation Bill ](https://ayuda.com/congress-must-reject-inhumane-immigration-provisions-in-reconciliation-bill/) - In its current form, the budget reconciliation bill would create devastating consequences for immigrant communities.
- [Ayuda's 2024 Impact Report Is Here!](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-2024-impact-report/) - Let's celebrate the impact of your support.
- [Standing With Immigrants 2025: A Moment of Solidarity](https://ayuda.com/standing-with-immigrants-2025-a-moment-of-solidarity/) - On April 10, Ayuda's community gathered to stand with immigrants at our signature spring event.
- [Standing With Immigrants 2024 Unites 200+ Ayuda Supporters](https://ayuda.com/standing-with-immigrants-2024-unites-200-ayuda-suporters/) - On April 25, more than 200 immigrant supporters gathered at the Mexican Cultural Institute in Washington, D.C. for Ayuda’s Signature Spring Event: Standing With Immigrants (SWI).
- [DHS’s New Registration Requirement Hurts Immigrants and Entire Communities](https://ayuda.com/dhs-new-registration-requirement-hurts-immigrants-and-entire-communities/) - Ayuda submitted formal comments urging DHS to immediately withdraw its new registration requirement.
- [Ayuda Rejects Administration’s Threats to Immigration Attorneys  ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-rejects-administrations-threats-to-immigration-attorneys/) - The White House memo unjustly targets immigration attorneys and poses a threat to the rule of law.
- [Ayuda Condemns Trump Administration’s Targeting of Vulnerable Children](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-condemns-trump-administrations-targeting-of-vulnerable-children/) - We call on policymakers to stand up for kids.
- [National Immigrant Registration Process Threatens Our Communities](https://ayuda.com/national-immigrant-registration-process-threatens-our-communities/) - Ayuda staunchly opposes this policy, viewing it as a direct attack on the on the rights and dignity of immigrants and their families.
- [Ayuda Statement on Virginia Executive Order 47](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-statement-on-virginia-executive-order-47/) - Virginia's Executive Order 47 echoes dangerous, anti-immigrant rhetoric.
- [Ayuda Condemns Federal Stop-Work Order Impacting Unaccompanied Children](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-condemns-federal-stop-work-order-impacting-unaccompanied-children/) - This abrupt decision will leave 26,000 vulnerable children—many of whom have fled violence, trafficking, and persecution—without legal representation, significantly increasing their risk of deportation to dangerous conditions.
- [Ayuda Responds to Harmful Executive Orders](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-responds-to-harmful-executive-orders/) - Ayuda strongly opposes the Laken Riley Act (H.R. 29), passed Monday by the U.S. House of Representatives.
- [House Passage of Laken Riley Act Threatens Civil Liberties](https://ayuda.com/house-passage-of-laken-riley-act-threatens-civil-liberties/) - Ayuda strongly opposes the Laken Riley Act (H.R. 29), passed Monday by the U.S. House of Representatives.
- [Ayuda Condemns Governor Youngkin’s Harmful Proposal Targeting Immigrant Communities](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-condemns-gov-youngkins-harmful-proposal-targeting-immigrant-communities/) - Governor Glenn Youngkin has proposed harmful language for the Virginia state budget.
- [Healing Through Art: Empowering Immigrant Survivors with Creativity ](https://ayuda.com/healing-through-art-empowering-immigrant-survivors-with-creativity/) - Ayuda’s social services program exists to help immigrant survivors of domestic violence (DV), human trafficking, sexual violence and other crimes heal from trauma and rebuild their lives. Since the early 90s, support groups have been a core part of this work at Ayuda, beginning with our Hermanas Unidas (“Women United”) gathering of Latina DV survivors.
- [Ayuda to Your Next Step: Opening Doors for Immigrant Job Seekers](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-to-your-next-step-opening-doors-for-immigrant-job-seekers/) - On October 17, Ayuda partnered with The Next Step Public Charter School (TNS) to host our first annual job fair.
- [Ayuda Statement on the Passage of H.R. 9495 by the U.S. House of Representatives](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-statement-on-the-passage-of-h-r-9495-by-the-u-s-house-of-representatives/) - Ayuda's statement in response to the 2024 federal election results.
- [INTERPRETER HIGHLIGHT: THIEN-THO NGOC NGUYEN](https://ayuda.com/interpreter-highlight-thien-tho-ngoc-nguyen/) - Celebrating Thien-Tho, who spent 10 years serving as an Ayuda interpreter.
- [Ayuda Welcomes Victoria Maqueda Feldman as Director of Legal Programs ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-welcomes-victoria-maqueda-feldman-as-director-of-legal-programs/) - Ayuda's statement in response to the 2024 federal election results.
- [Ayuda Stands Strong for Immigrant Rights Amid Election Results](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-stands-strong-for-immigrant-rights-amid-election-results/) - Ayuda's statement in response to the 2024 federal election results.
- [Ayuda Celebrates Federal Court Decision to Block Virginia Voter Roll Purge ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-celebrates-federal-court-decision-to-block-virginia-voter-roll-purge/) - Ayuda's statement in response to 1,600 Virginians' voting rights being restored.
- [Behind the Bench: Ayuda and Georgetown Host Screening of The Courtroom to Spotlight U.S. Immigration Challenges](https://ayuda.com/thecourtroomrecap/) - “In immigration court, judges do death penalty cases in a traffic court setting,” the Honorable Immigration Judge Dana Leigh Marks once said. That reality is starkly reflected in “The Courtroom,” a 2022 film following the real-life deportation case of Elizabeth Keathley, in which every word spoken comes directly from her actual court transcripts. On September
- [Ayuda Condemns Biden Administration’s Expanded Asylum Ban ](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-condemns-biden-administrations-expanded-asylum-ban/) - Ayuda's statement in response to the Biden Administration's Executive Order on Border Security.
- [Beyond the T Visa: Immigrant Survivors of Human Trafficking Still Face Barriers](https://ayuda.com/beyond-the-t-visa-immigrant-survivors-of-human-trafficking-still-face-barriers/) - On July 30, Ayuda joins immigrant champions around the world in observing World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.
- [Ayuda Celebrates Affirmative Relief Announcement, Calls for More Protections for All Immigrants  ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-celebrates-affirmative-relief-announcement-calls-for-more-protections-for-all-immigrants/) - Ayuda welcomes extension of Parole in Place.
- [New Biden Administration Executive Order Closes Border to Immigrants Seeking Safety](https://ayuda.com/new-biden-administration-executive-order-closes-border-to-immigrants-seeking-safety/) - Ayuda's statement in response to the Biden Administration's Executive Order on Border Security.
- [Immigrant Heritage Month - 2024 Festivities](https://ayuda.com/immigrant-heritage-month-2024-festivities/) - Events across DC, Maryland, and Virgina
- [Ayuda's 2023 Impact Report Is Here!](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-2023-impact-report-is-here/) - Let's celebrate the impact of your support.
- [Ayuda Calls for DC to Fully Fund Vital Services for Our Immigrant Neighbors](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-calls-for-the-district-to-fully-fund-vital-services-for-our-immigrant-neighbors/) - Last month, Ayuda testified before the DC Council in response to concerns of a reduced Access to Justice budget.
- [Client Sarah Builds a Safer Future for Her Children](https://ayuda.com/client-sarah-builds-a-safer-future-for-her-children/) - Sarah* escaped her abuser after 20 years of enduring his violence.
- [Alexandra Finds Freedom Through Civil Protection](https://ayuda.com/alexandra-finds-freedom-through-civil-protection/) - Alexandra*, an immigrant in her early twenties, came to Ayuda seeking freedom for herself and her child.
- [For Client Diana, “Alimony” Means “Independence” ](https://ayuda.com/for-client-diana-alimony-means-independence/) - Diana first met Aiden in her home country, before she married him and moved to be with him in the U.S.
- [VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: A HELPING HAND FROM ANNIE](https://ayuda.com/volunteer-spotlight-a-helping-hand-from-annie/) - Join us to celebrate the incredible contributions of Ayuda Volunteer Annie!
- [Client Jasmine Finds Safety with a Helping Hand from Ayuda Social Services](https://ayuda.com/client-jasmine-finds-safety-with-a-helping-hand-from-ayuda-social-services/) - Jasmine*, a Cameroonian immigrant, arrived at Ayuda, shortly after fleeing her abusive husband in Texas.
- [Senate Funding Deal Places the Lives of Immigrants Seeking Safety at Risk   ](https://ayuda.com/senate-funding-deal-places-the-lives-of-immigrants-seeking-safety-at-risk/) - Ayuda's full statement in response to bill language the US Senate is considering that would dramatically alter asylum.
- [INTERPRETER HIGHLIGHT: TALYA BLAZIA](https://ayuda.com/interpreter-highlight-talya-blazia/) - Celebrating Freelance International Interpreter Talya Blazia.
- [VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: A HELPING HAND FROM LESLYE ](https://ayuda.com/volunteer-spotlight-a-helping-hand-from-leslye/) - Join us to celebrate the incredible contributions of Ayuda Volunteer Leslye!
- [Ayuda Client, Staff Testify on the Critical Impact of OVSJG Funding](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-client-staff-testify-on-the-critical-impact-of-ovsjg-funding/) - Read full testimony from Ayuda staff and one of our clients.
- [Ayuda Joins Immigration Hub, ACLU and Allies to Rally for Asylum ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-joins-immigration-hub-aclu-and-allies-to-rally-for-asylum/) - Members of Ayuda’s newly formed Community Advisory Council (CAC) attended the rally, including Danilo Castro, who is intimately aware of the significance of asylum:
- [Pro Bono Week: Ensuring Justice for All Immigrants](https://ayuda.com/pro-bono-week-ensuring-justice-for-all-immigrants/) - How we partner to provide pro bono legal support for low-income immigrants.
- [Ayuda Client Emmanuel Secures Legal Permanent Residency](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-client-emmanuel-secures-legal-permanent-residency/) - With the support of our team, Emmanuel regained his work permit and finally secured permanent residency.
- [Groundbreaking new interpreter training curriculum focuses on victim services](https://ayuda.com/groundbreaking-new-interpreter-training-curriculum-focuses-on-victim-services/) - News Release 20 July 2016 GROUNDBREAKING NEW INTERPRETER TRAINING CURRICULUM FOCUSES ON VICTIM SERVICES Washington, D.C. - Ayuda’s Victim Services Interpreter Bank, in partnership with the District of Columbia’s Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants (OVSJG), announced today the release of a groundbreaking new curriculum for interpreters, which is valuable to both spoken
- [New Public Charge Ruling Targeting Low-Income Immigrants Takes Effect](https://ayuda.com/new-public-charge-ruling-targeting-low-income-immigrants-takes-effect/) - Washington, D.C. (February 26, 2020) – On Monday, the Trump Administration’s inhumane public charge rule took effect, creating new barriers to immigration relief for the low-income immigrant community Ayuda serves. The Trump Administration’s amendments to the public charge rule, of which the lower courts previously blocked implementation, were permitted by the U.S. Supreme Court
- [Ayuda Client Shares Her Story for Sexual Assault Awareness Month](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-client-shares-her-story-for-sexual-assault-awareness-month/) - *Tali is a Middle Eastern woman who came to Ayuda seeking legal representation in obtaining a civil protection order (“CPO”) against her ex-husband and father of her child. When Tali and Amir started dating, Amir was charming, caring, and kind. However, once they were married, Amir’s true self shown. He regularly demeaned Tali. He physically assaulted her even while she was pregnant with the child, Ziva. He
- [Alejandra's Story](https://ayuda.com/alejandras-story/) - At the tender age of five years old, Alejandra*'s mother left her children to seek safety in the United States after experiencing severe domestic abuse from her partner. Alejandra stayed with her father, who was a dangerous and abusive man. Her father forced Alejandra’s older sister into an arranged marriage. Fearing the same would happen
- [Breaking Bread to Break Barriers: 100+ Unite for Immigrant Support ](https://ayuda.com/breaking-bread-to-break-barriers-100-unite-for-immigrant-support/) - Get the official recap of Ayuda' s Annual Welcome Breakfast.
- [Refugee, mother and survivor, becomes U.S. citizen after 8 years](https://ayuda.com/year-end-2019-story/) - It is because of supporters like you, that Ayuda was able to help save me and my family and put us on the path to recovery. In 2004, my family and I were separated. I was 19 years old and civil war had plagued my home country of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). After
- [Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are Dying in Silence.](https://ayuda.com/asian-americans-and-pacific-islanders-are-dying-in-silence/) - by Ayuda Development Intern Covid-19 has taken many lives and destroyed the livelihood of thousands of people. It forced us to live a new normal while keeping up with the regular day-to-day responsibilities. However, as the pandemic draws on, the number of hate crimes committed against Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders have been rapidly increasing. According to Stop AAPI Hate, a reporting
- [Craig Silliman, Executive Vice President of Public Policy and General Counsel, Verizon Communications](https://ayuda.com/craig-silliman-executive-vice-president-of-public-policy-and-general-counsel-verizon-communications/) - Craig Silliman is executive vice president, public policy and general counsel, responsible for leading the company’s public policy, legal, regulatory, government affairs and security groups. Before assuming his current position in January 2015, Silliman was senior vice president for public policy and government affairs, with responsibility for Verizon’s global public policy, federal and state legislative
- [Pro Bono Highlight: Eric Rome from Eisen & Rome](https://ayuda.com/pro-bono-highlight-eric-rome-from-eisen-rome/) - This month's pro bono highlight recognizes Eric Rome, who has given his time and talent to Ayuda’s Pro Bono Program since 2017, accepting pro bono cases for full representation. Eric has extensive experience in the world of housing law and has served on the Board of Directors of Housing Counseling Services for over 25 years.
- [Ayuda Wins Big Case for Guatemalan Asylum Seeker, Trafficking Survivor](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-wins-big-case-for-guatemalan-asylum-seeker-trafficking-survivor/) - Ayuda Supervising Attorney, Katie Soltis, recently won an extremely arduous asylum case for her client Camila*, an indigenous Ixil Mayan from Guatemala and survivor of severe child abuse and labor trafficking. Camila was kept as a slave in a locked room for much of her childhood. She was forced to work under supervision, was physically
- [Ayuda Helps Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Survivor Access Justice and Rebuild her Life](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-helps-domestic-violence-sexual-assault-survivor-access-justice-and-rebuild-her-life/) - Carolina and Ramon were together for seventeen years. They have four children together and until recently, lived together with Ramon’s parents. During the course of their relationship, Ramon had not always been abusive. However, over the last three years Ramon started to emotionally terrorize Carolina and, recently, became physically violent. In the spring of 2019,
- [Congress Must Act Now to Reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)](https://ayuda.com/congress-must-act-now-to-reauthorize-the-violence-against-women-act-vawa/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was originally established in 1994 by the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act to aid in preventing violent crime. VAWA created the first U.S. federal legislation acknowledging domestic violence and sexual assault as crimes, and provided federal resources to encourage community-coordinated responses
- [From Victim to Survivor: Sabah's Path to Recovery](https://ayuda.com/from-victim-to-survivor-sabahs-path-to-recovery/) - Sabah is a young Middle Eastern woman who came to Ayuda seeking legal representation for a civil protection order against her ex-boyfriend, Tim. Sabah and Tim had been a relationship for two years. During their entire relationship, Tim was verbally, physically, and sexually abusive to Sabah, who was already struggling with her own mental health
- ["We support Ayuda because they provide important humanitarian assistance to our most-marginalized neighbors."](https://ayuda.com/we-support-ayuda-because-they-provide-important-humanitarian-assistance-to-our-most-marginalized-neighbors/) - "At Ayuda events, I’m sometimes asked how I first became associated with the organization. I started to pay more attention to immigration after traveling abroad to Mexico and South America.I stayed with host families, which gave me the additional in-depth experience of learning the language and culture. When I returned, I wanted to stay connected
- [Giving thanks to domestic violence & family law community volunteer, Ruth Tickin](https://ayuda.com/giving-thanks-to-community-volunteer-immigration-advocate-ruth-tickin/) - As one of Ayuda's Volunteers, Ruth's job is to digitize files from closed domestic violence family law cases. She has been a great part of our team and this ongoing project since the fall of 2018. Often times, in an organization like Ayuda, a significant amount of paperwork is involved, especially for the lawyers who
- [Human Trafficking: Immigrant Victims Afraid to Report Traffickers](https://ayuda.com/human-trafficking-immigrant-victims-afraid-to-report-traffickers/) - This post was originally written for Immigrant Food's Think Table By: Katherine Flannery and Katherine Soltis The Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area is one of the largest hubs of human trafficking in the United States, a result of a mix of characteristics unique to the region: its location along the I-95 travel corridor, a sizeable
- [Erlinda's Story: "I was trafficked by my diplomat"](https://ayuda.com/erlindas-story-i-was-trafficked-by-my-diplomat/) - Erlinda* came from the Philippines to work as a domestic worker for a diplomat in Washington D.C. She traveled on a visa for domestic workers of foreign dignitaries. However, upon her arrival in Washington D.C., Erlinda’s employer confiscated her identity documents and forced her to work around the clock, under constant surveillance and threat of deportation.
- [Ayuda social services program supporting survivors to rebuild their lives](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-social-services-program-supporting-survivors-rebuild-lives/) - Alejandro*, a victim of trafficking in both his home country and in the United States, was referred to Ayuda’s social services program by US Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI). Alejandro was living in an Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) shelter for about two years, during which time he was diagnosed with epilepsy. When he
- [Ayuda Interpreter Shares the Importance and Uniqueness of Ayuda's Language Access Program](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-interpreter-shares-the-importance-and-uniqueness-of-ayudas-language-access-program/) - Lynn Dey, a Certified Deaf Interpreter*, has been working with Ayuda’s Language Access Program for more than 2 years. In May 2018, Lynn completed Ayuda’s 4-day “Breaking Silence” interpreter training, which covered interpreting for victim services via the provision of victim-centered, trauma-informed interpretation. Most of Lynn’s work involves interpreting between case managers and their Deaf
- [Language Access Program Vital to Area Nonprofits](https://ayuda.com/language-access-program-vital-to-area-nonprofits/) - Ayuda provides language access services to 100 area nonprofits. One of those nonprofits recently described the importance of Ayuda’s Community Legal Interpreter Bank in helping a client: "Janelle* is an 18 year-old client from El Salvador. She had been working with another attorney and then I became successor counsel on her pending state court custody
- [Judge Suspends Trump’s Rule Imposing Higher Immigration Fees](https://ayuda.com/judge-suspends-trumps-rule-imposing-higher-immigration-fees/) - Judge Says Rule Likely Unlawful Because 'Arbitrary and Capricious,' Wolf Not Validly Serving as Acting DHS Secretary WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia late Thursday night granted a preliminary injunction suspending a U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule that raised fees for immigrants applying for naturalization, asylum, employment authorization and
- [Sexual Assault Awareness Month](https://ayuda.com/sexual-assault-awareness-month/) - by Ayuda Development Intern April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. It is important to give recognition to this issue, as not many can define what sexual assault is. According to Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network, sexual assault “refers to sexual contact or behavior that occurs without explicit consent from the victim”. This can come
- [Ayuda helps a young mother rebuild her life](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-helps-a-young-mother-rebuild-her-life/) - Maribel is a 20-year-old woman from Central America. At age 16, she left her country after she found out she was pregnant, both fleeing abuse and to provide a better life for her child. She crossed into the US and was detained by Border Patrol. She had her son while in immigration detention, and he
- [Ayuda Commends USCIS’s Policy Alert on Work Permits for U Visa Petitioners](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-commends-usciss-policy-alert-on-work-permits-for-u-visa-petitioners/) - Washington, D.C. (June 15, 2021) – Ayuda is pleased that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced new procedures for issuing work permits to individuals with pending, bona fide U Visa applications. U Visas are a form of immigration status, and a path to lawful permanent residency, available to individuals who have suffered certain
- [AB and LEA Vacated](https://ayuda.com/ab-and-lea-vacated/) - Washington, D.C. (June 16, 2021) – Together with our clients, Ayuda celebrates the Attorney General’s decision today to vacate Matter of A-B and Matter of L-E-A. Matter of A-B- and Matter of L-E-A- were prior Attorney General decisions which dramatically limited asylum’s protections for survivors of domestic violence and for those fleeing persecution based on
- [Giancarla](https://ayuda.com/giancarla/) - Meet Giancarla, Ayuda employee and DACA recipient. "My name is Giancarla, I am a DREAMER, and I have been working at Ayuda for the past 2 ½ years. I was born in Bolivia and I came to the US with my family when I was 10 years old. More than 80% of DREAMERS arrived to
- [Access to CAM Expanded](https://ayuda.com/access-to-cam-expanded/) - Washington, D.C. (June 16, 2021) – Ayuda is thrilled to hear about the expansion of the CAM program to include new applicants and new categories of applicants not previously eligible to petition for their children to come to the United States safely and lawfully in the immediate future. Most notably, yesterday’s announcement expands eligibility for
- [How DASH and West End Plastic Surgery Helped Ayuda Client Claudia](https://ayuda.com/how-dash-and-west-end-plastic-surgery-helped-ayuda-client-claudia/) - Ayuda is grateful to be a part of a larger network of community partners and supporters that work to hard ensure our clients are able to receive the support they deserve. Claudia, an Ayuda client and survivor of an extremely severe case of domestic violence in which she survived 22 stab wounds, recently underwent plastic
- [Tensay Kelile's Testimony at The September 9 Asylumist Discussion at Immigrant Food](https://ayuda.com/tensay-keliles-testimony-at-the-september-9-asylumist-discussion-at-immigrant-food/) - Dear distinguished guests, TASSC staff and TASSC members. My name is Tensay Kelile. I am a torture survivor from Ethiopia. Today I would like to share my personal story about why I was forced to flee Ethiopia, and how much I have suffered as an Affirmative Asylum seeker because of the current policies of USCIS,
- [Aicha's story](https://ayuda.com/12311-2/) - *Aicha is a forty-year old North African woman who came to Ayuda seeking legal representation for a civil protection order, divorce, and custody of her children from her husband, David. Aicha and David had been married for 15 years and have two children in common. Overtime David had become manipulative and abusive. *Aicha is a
- [Ayuda Client Rosa Wins Custody Case](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-client-rosa-wins-custody-case/) - Rosa can ensure that the man who abused her will never harm her daughter.
- [Pro Bono Highlight: Arnold + Porter Attorneys Reflect on Volunteering With Ayuda](https://ayuda.com/pro-bono-highlight-arnold-porter-attorneys-reflect-on-volunteering-with-ayuda/) - What's it like to volunteer with Ayuda's Pro Bono Program?
- [Protection Through Pro Bono: Ruka's Story](https://ayuda.com/protection-through-pro-bono-rukas-story/) - Ruka is happy to have won her T Visa case and hopes that sharing her story will help someone else in her situation.
- [Ayuda Welcomes 4 New Board Members for FY2024 ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-welcomes-4-new-board-members-for-fy2024/) - Welcome to new Ayuda board members Agnes Buanya, Joyce Cowan, Rob Fifer, and Hans Manzke
- [Tahirih and Ayuda File Lawsuit Challenging Sweeping Regulations That Would End Asylum](https://ayuda.com/tahirih-and-ayuda-file-lawsuit-challenging-sweeping-regulations-that-would-end-asylum/) - For immediate release January 15, 2021 Washington, D.C. (January 15, 2021) - Yesterday, the Tahirih Justice Center and Ayuda filed a lawsuit challenging the outgoing administration’s sweeping regulations that would overturn U.S. asylum law. Finalized in December 2020, the rule would make it effectively impossible for people fleeing persecution to obtain protection in the United States, gutting
- [Unaccompanied and Unshakeable: This is Elias’ Story](https://ayuda.com/unaccompanied-and-unshakeable-this-is-elias-story/) - Honoring an survivor's story ahead of World Day Against Trafficking In Persons on July 30.
- ["The support I received at Ayuda was life changing. This is my story." - Luis, Ayuda client.](https://ayuda.com/luiss-story/) - "I came to the United States from my home country of El Salvador 6 years ago, at the age of 14. After some turmoil traveling through Mexico, I arrived at the border. After being processed at the border I was put on a plane and sent to Florida. In Florida I connected with a case manager at an organization. The case manager knew of Ayuda and referred
- [Our Thoughts on AmazonSmile's End](https://ayuda.com/our-thoughts-on-amazonsmiles-end/) - The end of AmazonSmile creates a gap that we need your help to fill...
- [2020 Presidential Election Response](https://ayuda.com/2020-presidential-election-response/) - Ayuda extends a heartfelt congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris on their decisive victory. And special congratulations to Vice President-elect Harris for shattering so many glass ceilings and becoming the first female, the first Black, and the first South Asian to assume the office of the Vice Presidency. Today we embrace a
- [Selena’s Story: Celebrating U Visa Success After 6 Years ](https://ayuda.com/selenas-story-celebrating-u-visa-success-after-6-years/) - Selena has been granted her U Visa after a long six years of waiting.
- [Ayuda Update: Helping Migrants Bused to DC, 1 Year and Counting ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-update-helping-migrants-bused-to-dc-1-year-and-counting/) - Ayuda is seeing anywhere from 50 to 100 migrants arrive at our doors each week
- [Ayuda Celebrates 50 Years of Serving Immigrants   ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-celebrates-50-years-of-serving-immigrants/) - On May 4, more than 300 immigrant supporters gathered at Planet Word in Washington, D.C. for Ayuda’s 50th Anniversary Event: Standing With Immigrants (SWI).
- [Ayuda Testimony - The Impact of DC's Access to Justice Initiative](https://ayuda.com/access-to-justice-042023/) - In April 2023, Ayuda testified before the DC Council regarding a proposal to reduce the Access to Justice budget.
- [Ayuda's 2022 Impact Report Is Here!](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-2022-impact-report-is-here/) - Ayuda clients are so much more than numbers, and the Impact Report showcases several of our immigrant neighbors' journeys.
- [Awa's Story - Pro Bono Shoutout](https://ayuda.com/awas-story-pro-bono-shoutout/) - Arnold & Porter Senior Associate Chris Moulder, PhD, successfully shepherded a Violence Against Woman Act (VAWA) self-petition to the finish line in 2022. This is Awa's story.
- [Zoila’s Story: Social Work Breaks Barriers](https://ayuda.com/zoilas-story-social-work-breaks-barriers/) - With Ayuda’s support, Zoila has been able to set goals and thrive.
- [Ayuda Testimony at DC Council Performance Oversight Hearings  ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-testimony-at-dc-council-performance-oversight-hearings/) - In February 2023, Ayuda filed four pieces of testimony with the DC Council.
- [Statement: Ayuda Condemns Biden Administration’s New Asylum Ban ](https://ayuda.com/statement-ayuda-condemns-biden-administrations-new-asylum-ban/) - Ayuda Statement on Biden Administration's Proposed "Transit Ban."
- [Ayuda Language Access Expands to Support Victims of Crimes in Virginia ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-language-access-expands-to-support-victims-of-crimes-in-virginia/) - Ayuda's Language Access Program opened its first Virginia Interpreter Bank in Fairfax County.
- [Ayuda Mourns Loss of Immigrant Champion Calvin Cafritz ](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-mourns-loss-of-immigrant-champion-calvin-cafritz/) - Ayuda is heartbroken to learn that on January 12, philanthropist Calvin Cafritz passed away in D.C. at the age of 91.
- [From Ayuda Intern to Immigration Attorney: Andrew Bahr’s Language Access Story ](https://ayuda.com/andrew-bahr-language-access-story/) - Andrew “Drew” Bahr’s Ayuda story is a great example of the Language Access Program’s ripple effect.
- [Ayuda Testimony on "Migrant Services and Supports Act of 2022"](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-testimony-on-migrant-services-and-supports-act-of-2022/) - On October 20, 2022, Ayuda Grants Writer Sandra Benavante testified before the Council of District of Columbia's Committee on Human Services in a public hearing regarding B24-0992, the "Migrant Services and Supports Act of 2022."
- [A 20-Year Journey to Citizenship: Tanya's Story](https://ayuda.com/a-20-year-journey-to-citizenship-tanyas-story/) - Over 10 years after becoming a permanent resident and over 20 years after she escaped her traffickers, Tanya will take the Oath of Allegiance and become a U.S. Citizen.
- [This is Dolores' Story](https://ayuda.com/dolores-story/) - Dolores* is a Central American woman who first came to Ayuda’s Domestic Violence and Family Law (DVFL) team in 2018. Her abusive romantic partner of over four years, Arnold, had recently violated her in front of her children, leading her to call the police and file for a civil protection order. A few months later,
- [](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-supports-bused-migrants/) - Media Contact: Laura Traskmedia@ayuda.com | 202-552-3508 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 21, 2022 Ayuda Supports Migrants Bused to Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C – Since April, Ayuda has been working to help coordinate the humanitarian response as the governors of Texas and Arizona continue to send thousands of migrants on buses to Washington, D.C. An estimated
- [10 Years of DACA: Lives Changed & Dreams Made Possible](https://ayuda.com/cheilis-daca-story/) - Cheili came to Ayuda shortly after the DACA program was announced in June 2012 seeking to enroll with this new program. She had been in the U.S. since she was a small child and has grown up in the U.S. Ayuda was able to represent Cheili in securing her DACA, and we’ve been able to
- [A Story of Survival and Perseverance - This is Anahay's Story](https://ayuda.com/anahays-story/) - Anahay [1] a mother of two, came to Ayuda seeking legal representation to request custody of her two children as well as child support from their abusive father, Paco. Paco had a history of abusing Anahay physically, emotionally, financially and sexually – even abusing Anahay in front of their youngest child. Despite Paco’s abuse, Anahay
- [Ayuda's history as a national leader in holistic culturally specific services for immigrant survivors of domestic violence.](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-history-as-a-national-leader-in-holistic-culturally-specific-services-for-immigrant-survivors-of-domestic-violence/) - Leslye Orloff remembers clearly one of her first days at Ayuda. “It was 1985, and I walked into the waiting room. It was full of men,” she said. “The services were mostly focused on immigration options for the male head of households.” Little attention had been paid to the thousands of immigrant women and children
- [](https://ayuda.com/as-senators-renew-push-for-immigration-relief-via-budget-reconciliation-hispanic-federation-launches-national-legal-aid-coalition/) - As Senators Renew Push for Immigration Relief via Budget Reconciliation, Hispanic Federation Launches National Legal Aid Coalition En Español Abajo For Immediate Release: September 16, 2021Contact: Carolina Gamero, carolina.gamero@berlinrosen.com, (310) 893-9038 NEW YORK, NY— Hispanic Federation (HF) today launched Caminos de Esperanza, a $1million initiative that will directly support eleven non-profit immigration organizations across thecountry
- [Ayuda’s Wrap-Around Services Supports Family Severely Impacted by COVID-19](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-wrap-around-services-supports-family-severely-impacted-by-covid-19/) - Tragically impacted by COVID-19, Jon’s* lost his wife to COVID in June shortly after giving birth to their baby.This loss left him to care for their infant and his wife’s 11-year-old son from a previous relationship, while working 9 hours a day, 6 days a week. A babysitter cares for the infant and the older
- [Julissa's Story: Overcoming Abuse](https://ayuda.com/julissas-story-overcoming-abuse/) - Julissa* is a South American woman who came to Ayuda seeking legal representation in obtaining a civil protection order against her husband and father of her child. Julissa and Robert were in a relationship for five years and lived together with their then 4-year old son, Juan Carlos. Throughout their relationship, Robert was regularly jealous,
- [Ayuda Joins I Stand With Immigrants Initiative of FWD.US](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-joins-i-stand-with-immigrants-initiative-of-fwd-us/) - Washington, D.C. (February 22, 2021) – Today, Ayuda is thrilled to announce that we have joined the I Stand With Immigrants Initiative, powered by FWD.US, as an official nonprofit partner. The I Stand With Immigrants Initiative leads narrative campaigns that empower immigrants and their allies to share stories and drive action that demonstrate immigration is
- [Ayuda Applauds Biden-Harris Administration's Actions to Create a Humane Immigration System](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-applauds-biden-harris-administrations-actions-to-create-a-humane-immigration-system/) - Washington, D.C. (January 21, 2021) - Today, Ayuda celebrates the dawn of a new day and the issuance of numerous executive orders, proposed legislation, and policy memoranda in the last 24 hours that will benefit our client communities. First, the discriminatory travel bans primarily affecting Muslims and Africans have been rescinded. For years, many individuals
- [Ayuda Welcomes New Biden-Harris Administration](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-welcomes-new-biden-harris-administration/) - Ayuda extends a heartfelt congratulations to President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, as they are officially sworn in as the 46th President and Vice President of the United States. Today is an historic day, as VP Kamala Harris - the first woman, Black woman, South Asian woman, and daughter of an immigrant - assumes
- [Dominica's Story](https://ayuda.com/dominicas-story/) - Dominica,* is a survivor of human trafficking and sexual assault. When Ayuda attorneys first met with Dominica, she was already attending regular check-in appointments with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Fairfax, Virginia, awaiting her deportation. Dominica had been released from ICE detention to await deportation so that she could care for her three
- [Ayuda Condemns Final Rule that Seeks to Overturn Asylum in U.S.](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-condemns-final-rule-that-seeks-to-overturn-asylum-in-u-s/) - Washington, D.C. (December 11, 2020) Ayuda condemns the final rule published in the Federal Register today that seeks to eviscerate asylum protections for bona fide refugees fleeing persecution abroad. The rule, which will go into effect on January 11, will deprive thousands of individuals the protection which they deserve. The regulation will narrow many critical
- [Important Public Update on TPS](https://ayuda.com/important-public-update-on-tps/) - Updated 12/8/2020 TPS status and documents have been automatically extended for individuals with currently valid Temporary Protected Status from El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua, Sudan, Honduras, and Nepal through Oct 4, 2021, see https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2020-27154.pdf. The situation for TPS holders is complex and quickly changing; more than ever we encourage those with TPS to seek legal advice from a
- [Black Lives Matter](https://ayuda.com/black-lives-matter/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Washington, DC (June 1, 2020) – As thousands of protesters take to the streets for the third day in DC, seeking justice and accountability, in a movement echoed in hundreds of cities across the US and the world, Ayuda stands against racism, as allies with our Black neighbors and
- ["Ayuda gave me the ability to hope for a better tomorrow"](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-gave-me-the-ability-to-hope-for-a-better-tomorrow/) - I was 6 years old when my life changed forever. Violence in Mexico began to escalate and made its way to my neighborhood. One day my mother went out to the store, leaving my sister and I alone for 10 minutes. In that moment, there was intense gunfire outside the house. Drug cartel violence began
- ["Ayuda's Holistic Services Saved My Life"](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-holistic-services-saved-my-life/) - Mary*, a survivor of childhood assault, fled violence that had engulfed her home in Central America and immigrated to the United States in 2016. Anxious to begin a new and better life, Mary settled in quickly and fell in love. Mary and her boyfriend welcomed a beautiful baby in 2017 and soon after, moved to
- [This Fourth of July, We Celebrate Our Immigrant Neighbors](https://ayuda.com/this-fourth-of-july-we-celebrate-our-immigrant-neighbors/) - "Remember, remember always, that all of us, and you and I especially, are descended from immigrants and revolutionists."- Franklin D. Roosevelt As we gather together to celebrate America’s Independence Day with family and friends, let us take a moment to reflect on the important contributions that immigrants and their children have made to the values
- [Silvia's Story](https://ayuda.com/silvias-story/) - Silvia Lopez moved to the United States from El Salvador more than 29 years ago, escaping the civil war that plagued the country from 1980 to 1992. When Silvia first arrived in 1989, she began the arduous process of applying for asylum and later for a green card under a special law called the Nicaraguan
- [Resilience in the Face of Tragedy: Catherine's Story](https://ayuda.com/resilience-in-the-face-of-tragedy-catherines-story/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/February-Newsletter.pdf" title="February Newsletter"]
- [Ayuda's 2018 Commemorative Report](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-2018-commemorative-report/) - Read Ayuda's 2018 commemorative report here. Or view below [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Ayuda_2018Report_v1.7.pdf"]
- [October Newsletter](https://ayuda.com/october-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/October-E-news.pdf" title="October E-news"]
- [September Newsletter](https://ayuda.com/september-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Sept-E-news-.pdf" title="September Newsletter"]
- [Project END Videos](https://ayuda.com/project-end-videos/) - Full Length Project END Videos To download a video, please play the video of your choice, hover over the video and right click. Choose, "Save video As." Para descargar un video, reproduzca el video de su preferencia, desplace el cursor sobre el video y haga clic con el botón derecho. Elija, "Save video As."
- [August Newsletter](https://ayuda.com/august-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/August-E-news.pdf" title="August E-news"]
- [Happy Fourth of July!](https://ayuda.com/happy-fourth-of-july/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/July-E-News.pdf" title="July E-News"]
- [New Trump Policy Puts Victims of Abuse at Risk](https://ayuda.com/new-trump-policy-puts-victims-of-abuse-at-risk/) - The Trump administration is again, putting families—especially women and children—in harm’s way as he continues his unrelenting assault on immigrant families. We all saw the photos and heard the cries of children in cages at the border. But you probably haven’t heard about how the administration is making victims of human trafficking, domestic violence, sexual
- [Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Announces $55,000 Operating Grant to Ayuda](https://ayuda.com/morris-gwendolyn-cafritz-foundation-announces-55000-operating-grant-to-ayuda/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Cafritz-Grant-Announcement-1.pdf" title="Cafritz Grant Announcement"]
- [Today and Every Day: Ayuda Stands in Solidarity with Asylum Seekers](https://ayuda.com/today-and-every-day-ayuda-stands-in-solidarity-with-asylum-seekers/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/to-print.pdf" title="Today and Every Day: Ayuda Stands in Solidarity with Asylum Seekers"]
- [Ayuda op-ed published in Washington Post](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-op-ed-published-in-washington-post/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Op-ed-in-WaPo-CC-Email-2.pdf" title="Sessions holds safety beyond the grasp of abuse victims"]
- [Ayuda Condemns Family Separation Policy](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-condemns-family-separation-policy/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/May-Press-Release-.pdf" title="Ayuda Condemns Family Separation Policy"]
- [Refuge Revoked: Ayuda Condemns Sessions' Decision to Upend Asylum Law](https://ayuda.com/refuge-revoked-ayuda-condemns-sessions-decision-to-upend-asylum-law/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/6.12.18-Press-Release-Aslyum-Law.pdf" title="Refuge Revoked: Ayuda Condemns Sessions' Decision to Upend Asylum Law"]
- [Verizon Provides $50,000 to Kick Off Ayuda’s 45th Anniversary Celebration](https://ayuda.com/verizon-provides-50000-to-kick-off-ayudas-45th-anniversary-celebration/) - Verizon Provides $50,000 to Kick Off Ayuda’s 45th Anniversary Celebration Verizon General Counsel Craig Silliman to Accept Ayuda’s Hall of Fame Award in Recognition of the Company’s Long-Time Pro Bono Work and Support for Immigrants Washington, D.C. October 30, 2017 We are pleased to announce that Verizon is the presenting sponsor of
- [Ayuda's Response to TPS Decision](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-response-to-tps-decision/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Response-to-TPS.pdf"]
- [Know the signs of immigration services scams - Reconoce los señales del fraude en los servicios de inmigración.](https://ayuda.com/projectend-scamsbite-elfraudemuerde/) - **English version of press release included below the Spanish version** PARA PUBLICACIÓN IMMEDIATA Fecha: Julio 19, 2017 Jennifer Ristau | (202) 552-3619 | jenne@ayuda.com |Anne Schaufele | (202) 552-3604 | annes@ayuda.com | Conozca a la Culebra Canalla, la nueva cara de la campaña para la prevención del fraude de Ayuda, una organización sin fines
- [From Slave Laborer to Devoted Wife and Mother](https://ayuda.com/client-story-two/) - Isabel and Ernesto, a young couple, first came to Ayuda when Isabel’s high school English teacher, Audrey, noticed a four-year gap in Isabel’s studies. Audrey asked Isabel about it. When Audrey heard Isabel’s story, she immediately knew that Ayuda could help. “When Isabel first came in for a consultation, she was extremely concerned about talking to
- [Ayuda Stands with Dreamers](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-stands-with-dreamers/) - September 5, 2017 Dear Ayuda supporter: The Trump Administration announced at 11:00 am this morning its decision to rescind the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) immigration program. A centerpiece of U.S. immigration policy under President Barack Obama, who started the program by Executive Order seven years ago, DACA permitted young immigrant “Dreamers” to stay
- [Guidelines for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) as of September 5, 2017](https://ayuda.com/guidelines-for-deferred-action-for-childhood-arrivals-daca-as-of-september-5-2017/) - BELOW IN ENGLISH: Ayuda ha recibido muchas preguntas con respeto a la terminación de Acción Diferida para lxs Llegados en la Infancia (DACA en inglés) por parte del Presidente Trump el 5 de septiembre, 2017. Estamos trabajando para apoyar los esfuerzos de aquellxs jóvenes inmigrantes que calificaron para el ahora descontinuado DACA. Es crucial que
- [Helen's Angel](https://ayuda.com/helens-angel/) - Ayuda Attorney Rebecca Walters Stops Helen's Deportation "Helen Pacheco, a former client of mine, recently wrote to you about her journey with Ayuda. I am honored that she refers to me as her "angel" and that we still share a special connection after all of these years. In truth, you surely would also have rushed to her side to offer
- [Calvin Cafritz, President and CEO of The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation](https://ayuda.com/calvin-cafritz-president-and-ceo-of-the-morris-gwendolyn-cafritz-foundation/)
- [Ayuda's 2017 Impact Report](https://ayuda.com/ayudas-2017-impact-report/) - Ayuda Impact Who We Help 6,500 Immigrant women, children and men annually 104 countries of origin across the continents 22 languages 100% low-Income Residents of the DC-metro region (DC-MD-VA) All immigrants regardless of country of origin, race/ethnicity, sex and sexual orientation, gender, age, and/or cultural, political, or religious backgrounds How We Help 45 years of
- [Nearly Perfect Strangers, Civil War Survivor Helps Teen Escape Gang Violence](https://ayuda.com/nearly-perfect-strangers-civil-war-survivor-helps-teen-escape-gang-violence/) - By Kayleen Hartman, Immigration Staff Attorney Jose left El Salvador in 1986 during the civil war after a few of his friends were murdered. He moved to the United States – initially sleeping on the streets – but over time, building a new life. Jose worked hard, got married and settled into the community. Last year,
- [Ayuda Helps a Young Girl](https://ayuda.com/client-story-one/) - Janna is a very talkative, energetic, and confident kid—imagine your typical eleven year old. When I met Janna, she told me that she had recently joined the 100-mile club at her elementary school. “But don’t worry," she said. "We don’t run one hundred miles all at once. It takes lots of hard work and I just started, but
- [A Family Safely Reunited](https://ayuda.com/video-example/) - As a single mother with a full-time job and four children, how Eva Knight finds the time to study English, participate in her church community, and volunteer for a domestic violence support group, is a tribute to a person’s indomitable spirit. If anything, Eva's past serves as a reminder of just how determined that spirit
- [Attorney Rwanda Campbell provides pro bono service and helps Estella rebuild her life.](https://ayuda.com/estella-spends-two-nights-at-the-hospital-after-her-husband-tries-to-kill-her/) - Arnold & Porter’s Rwanda N. Campbell has been a pro bono attorney with Ayuda for three years, representing clients seeking U Visas, which helps undocumented victims of crime gain legal status in the United States through their cooperation with law enforcement. Her first client is Estella from Ecuador, whose boyfriend nearly killed her. Campbell helped
- [Despite Abusing His Wife, Diplomatic Immunity Protected Him](https://ayuda.com/annettesstory/) - By: Clarissa Arevalo, Domestic Violence Staff Attorney Annette and her children came to Washington D.C. when her husband – a member of the military of a country in central Africa – was posted to the embassy. Already a violent man, he became even more violent in the United States, but he was protected from prosecution
- [An immigrant family gets a fighting chance](https://ayuda.com/countless-battles-for-the-pineda-castro-family/) - The Pineda family knows what it is like to fight. Ricardo Pineda served in the U.S. military for five years, including one year in Korea, away from his family. He was honorably discharged because of medical issues. Two of Ricardo’s sons, Juan Pablo Pineda and Kevin Pineda, fight for their lives each day – one
- [Coalition of Immigration Advocates sends letter to Mayor Bowser requesting $1.8 million to fund legal defense for immigrants](https://ayuda.com/coalition-of-immigration-advocates-sends-letter-to-mayor-bowser-requesting-1-8-million-to-fund-legal-defense-for-immigrants/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Request-to-Increase-Funding-for-Immigration-Legal-Defense-3.8.2018.pdf" title="Request to Increase Funding for Immigration Legal Defense 3.8.2018"]
- [Legal Immigration Fellowship - Open for Applications!](https://ayuda.com/4693-2/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Ayuda-Imm-Legal-Fellowship-Flyer_FINAL.pdf" title="Ayuda Imm Legal Fellowship Flyer_FINAL"]
- [Save the Date: Ayuda Welcome Breakfast Set for September 20, 2017 Calling for Table Hosts](https://ayuda.com/save-the-date-ayuda-welcome-breakfast-set-for-september-20-2017-calling-for-table-hosts/) - Washington, D.C. – Ayuda is pleased to announce that its signature friend raiser—the Welcome Breakfast—will take place on Wednesday, September 20, 2017, from 8:00 am to 9:30 am, at Hamilton Live in downtown Washington. Ayuda invites community members in the Washington metropolitan region to attend the Welcome Breakfast for an opportunity to experience Ayuda’s mission,
- [Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD) to Receive the 2017 Ayuda Impact Award](https://ayuda.com/congressman-jamie-raskin-d-md-to-receive-the-2017-ayuda-impact-award/) - For Immediate Release April 4, 2017 Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jamie Raskin (D-MD) will accept Ayuda’s 2017 Impact Award at its 44th anniversary event on May 16, 2017. Ayuda is pleased to honor the congressman for his exemplary legislative achievements and advocacy supporting immigrants. Congressman Jamie Raskin represents Maryland’s 8th District in the U.S. House
- [Beyond the Headlines: Ayuda Celebrates Immigrant Lives](https://ayuda.com/beyond-the-headlines-ayuda-celebrates-immigrant-lives/) - For Immediate Release March 28, 2017 Beyond the Headlines: Ayuda Celebrates Immigrant Lives Key Leaders to Support Immigrants Washington, D.C. – Ayuda will commemorate its 44th anniversary on May 16, 2017 by celebrating inclusion, diversity, and the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia immigrant community. The event will take place at the Microsoft Innovation & Policy Center
- [Ayuda Welcomes Paula Fitzgerald as Its Next Executive Director](https://ayuda.com/ayuda-welcomes-paula-fitzgerald-as-its-next-executive-director/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Paula-Fitzgerald-ED-annoucement-1.pdf"]
- [AyudaToday Fall/Winter 2015](https://ayuda.com/ayudatoday-fallwinter-2015/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/AyudaToday-FallWinter-2015.pdf"]
- [Ryan Dowd Departs as Executive Director](https://ayuda.com/ryan-dowd-departs-as-executive-director/) - Ayuda’s Board of Directors Appoints Virginia Office’s Managing Attorney as Interim Executive Washington, DC – Effective Monday, February 8, 2016, Paula Fitzgerald, Ayuda’s managing attorney for the Virginia office, will serve as interim executive director of Ayuda. This follows the departure of Ryan Dowd, who served as Ayuda’s executive for 14 months. Dowd resigned from
- [AyudaToday Spring/Summer 2015](https://ayuda.com/ayudatodayspring2015/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Ayuda-Today-Spring-Summer-2015-Final1.pdf"]

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- [Basic Training for Potential Interpreters](https://ayuda.com/language-services/basic-training-for-potential-interpreters-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Market Information Section” _builder_version=”4.5.3″ custom_padding=”100px||100px|” hover_enabled=”0″ title_text=”Strokes 4″ background_image=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Strokes-4-150×150.png” background_size=”initial” background_repeat=”repeat” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0.73)” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”269deg” background_color_gradient_start_position=”85%”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Abril Fatface||||||||” header_font_size=”60px” hover_enabled=”0″] Basic Training for Potential Interpreters [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Market Information Title Area” _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”40px|0px|40px|0px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.5.3″ text_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_font=”||||||||” animation_style=”flip” animation_direction=”left”
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- [Procedures and Forms for Civil Legal Service Providers](https://ayuda.com/language-services/procedures-and-forms-3/procedures-and-forms-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.5.1″ custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”” animation_direction=”top”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Procedures and Forms for Civil Legal Service Providers” content_max_width=”800px” _builder_version=”4.5.3″ title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Abril Fatface||||||||” title_text_color=”#000000″ title_font_size=”60px” title_line_height=”1.2em” content_font=”||||||||” content_font_size=”20px” content_line_height=”1.8em” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(253,183,36,0.2)” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Copy-of-Copy-of-Legal-Photos-4.png” background_size=”contain” background_position=”top_right” custom_button_one=”on” button_one_text_size=”18px” button_one_bg_color=”#02d002″ button_one_border_width=”8px” button_one_border_color=”#02d002″ button_one_border_radius=”0px” button_one_letter_spacing=”1px” button_one_font=”Lato|700|||||||” button_one_use_icon=”off” custom_button_two=”on” button_two_text_size=”18px” button_two_text_color=”#353740″ button_two_bg_color=”#ffffff” button_two_border_width=”8px” button_two_border_color=”#ffffff” button_two_border_radius=”0px”
- [Get Help (Spanish)](https://ayuda.com/get-help-english/get-help-spanish-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#005a95″ background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(0,90,149,0.09)” background_color_gradient_direction=”353deg” background_color_gradient_end_position=”56%” background_enable_image=”off” background_size=”contain”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Abril Fatface||||||||” header_font_size=”60px”] Get Help (Spanish) [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins||||||||” text_font_size=”20px”] Choose Your Language: [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ffffff”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”88%” max_width=”1332px”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default”
- [Get Help (Chinese)](https://ayuda.com/get-help-english/get-help-chinese-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#005a95″ background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(0,90,149,0.09)” background_color_gradient_direction=”353deg” background_color_gradient_end_position=”56%” background_enable_image=”off” background_size=”contain”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Abril Fatface||||||||” header_font_size=”60px”] Get Help (Chinese) [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|on” _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Poppins||||||||” text_font_size=”20px”] Choose Your Language: [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ffffff”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” width=”88%” max_width=”1332px”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default”
- [Our Clients](https://ayuda.com/our-clients/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.5.1″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#ffffff” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(255,255,255,0.5)” background_color_gradient_type=”radial” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”top” background_color_gradient_start_position=”28%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”70%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Strokes-2-2-150×150.png” background_size=”initial” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” hover_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Abril Fatface||||||||” header_font_size=”60px”] Our Clients [/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.7″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.7″][et_pb_blog fullwidth=”off” include_categories=”45″ show_author=”off” show_date=”off” show_categories=”off” _builder_version=”4.4.7″][/et_pb_blog][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]

## Projects

- [LAURA TRASK, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS](https://ayuda.com/project/laura-trask-development-director/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”LAURA TRASK” position=”DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Trask_Laura_Leadership-_600.png” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ alt=”Headshot of Laura Trask, taken in
- [MEDHINI KUMAR, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS](https://ayuda.com/project/medhini-kumar-associate-director-of-communications/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”MEDHINI KUMAR” position=”ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Kumar_Medhini_AyudaLeadership.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Medhini Kumar smiles in headshot” title_text=”Kumar_Medhini_AyudaLeadership” sticky_enabled=”0″]
- [MAMADOU SY, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER](https://ayuda.com/project/mamadou-sy/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”MAMADOU SY” position=”CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Sy_Mamadou_AyudaLeadership.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Mamadou.Sy@ayuda.com Mamadou brings more than 20 years of experience
- [VICTORIA ORTEGA, BLANK ROME LLP, PARTNER](https://ayuda.com/project/victoria-ortega-blank-rome-llp-partner/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”VICTORIA ORTEGA” position=”BLANK ROME LLP, PARTNER” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/ortega_victoria-Ayuda-Board.png” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Victoria Ortega’s litigation practice is focused on advising clients
- [VICTORIA MAQUEDA, DIRECTOR OF LEGAL PROGRAMS](https://ayuda.com/project/victoria-maqueda-director-legal-programs/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”VICTORIA MAQUEDA” position=”Director of Legal Programs” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Victoria-Maqueda-Headshot-1-scaled.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] 202-552-3612 Victoria.Maqueda@ayuda.com Victoria Maqueda is
- [JEREMY HALDEMAN, TREASURER](https://ayuda.com/project/jeremy-haldeman/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”JEREMY HALDEMAN” position=”EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, HISPANIC NATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Haldeman_Jeremy_AyudaBoard.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Jeremy currently serves as the
- [HANS MANZKE, BOARD CHAIR](https://ayuda.com/project/hans-manzke/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”HANS MANZKE” position=”SENIOR DESIGN STRATEGIST, LINK” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Manzke_Hans_web.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Hans has always been a seeker—a poser
- [KELSEY BYNUM, PRINCIPAL BUSINESS LIAISON, EXELON  CORPORATION](https://ayuda.com/project/kelsey-bynum/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”KELSEY BYNUM” position=”Principal Business Liaison, Executive Operations Exelon Corporation” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Bynum_Kelsey_Ayuda_Board.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Ayuda Board Member Kelsey Bynum”
- [AGNES BUANYA, MANAGER OF POPULATION HEALTH CONSULTING, CAREFIRST](https://ayuda.com/project/agnes-buanya-manager-of-population-health-consulting-carefirst-team/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”AGNES BUANYA” position=”MANAGER OF POPULATION HEALTH CONSULTING, CAREFIRST TEAM” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Buanya_Agnes.png” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Agnes Buanya works for
- [BILL TUCKER, DEPUTY DIRECTOR, EDUCATION PATHWAYS, U.S. PROGRAM, THE GATES FOUNDATION](https://ayuda.com/project/bill-tucker-deputy-director-education-pathways-u-s-program-the-gates-foundation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”BILL TUCKER” position=”DEPUTY DIRECTOR, EDUCATION PATHWAYS, U.S. PROGRAM, THE GATES FOUNDATION” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Tucker_Bill_Ayuda_Board-web-optimized.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Bill Tucker Headshot,
- [PAUL LEE, PRO BONO PARTNER, STEPTOE LLP, VICE CHAIR](https://ayuda.com/project/paul-lee-pro-bono-counsel/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”Paul Lee” position=”PRO BONO PARTNER, STEPTOE LLP” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Lee_Paul-web.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Paul Lee coordinates Steptoe’s pro
- [JOYCE COWAN, PARTNER, MASSUMI + CONSOLI, LLC](https://ayuda.com/project/joyce-cowan/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”JOYCE COWAN” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Cowan_Joyce.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”1865dd72-4f22-4e50-8f02-5538286a547e” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” position=”PARTNER, MASSUMI + CONSOLI, LLC” sticky_enabled=”0″] Joyce Cowan, a healthcare and
- [ALICE LUGO, SENIOR COUNSEL, BROWNSTEIN HYATT FARBER SCHRECK, LLP](https://ayuda.com/project/alice-lugo-senior-counsel-brownstein-hyatt-farber-schreck-llp/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”ALICE LUGO” position=”SENIOR COUNSEL, BROWNSTEIN HYATT FARBER SCHRECK LLP” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Lugo_Alice_AyudaBoard-web-optimized.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ alt=”Alice Lugo Ayuda board
- [PAULA DOUGLAS SEIDEL, PDS ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTING, LLC/ POWERFUL PARTNERSHIPS](https://ayuda.com/project/paula-douglas-seidel-pds-association-management-and-consulting-llc-powerful-partnerships/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”PAULA DOUGLAS SEIDEL” position=”PDS Association Management and Consulting, LLC/Powerful Partners” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Paula-Seidel_leadership_headshot.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″ alt=”headshot of Paula
- [ARLEEN RAMIREZ BORYSIEWICZ, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NVMS CONFLICT RESOLUTION CENTER](https://ayuda.com/project/arleen-ramirez-borysiewicz-executive-director-nvms-conflict-resolution-center/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”ARLEEN RAMIREZ BORYSIEWICZ” position=”EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NVMS CONFLICT RESOLUTION CENTER ” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ramirez_Borysiewicz_Arleen_Ayuda_Leadership.jpg” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Arleen Ramirez Borysiewicz Headshot”
- [MARILYN LOVO, LANGUAGE ACCESS DIRECTOR](https://ayuda.com/project/marilyn-lovo/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=” MARILYN LOVO” position=”LANGUAGE ACCESS DIRECTOR” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/IMG_3507.jpg” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] 202-552-3609 Marilyn.Lovo@ayuda.com Marilyn Lovo joined Ayuda in 2014, first
- [STACY BRUSTIN, PROFESSOR OF LAW AND DIRECTOR OF THE IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE ADVOCACY CLINIC, THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA](https://ayuda.com/project/stacy-brustin-professor-of-law-and-co-director-of-the-civil-practice-clinic-the-catholic-university-of-america/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”STACY BRUSTIN” position=”PROFESSOR OF LAW AND DIRECTOR OF THE IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE ADVOCACY CLINIC, THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA”
- [THE HONORABLE PAUL WICKHAM SCHMIDT, FEDERAL IMMIGRATION COURT JUDGE (RETIRED)](https://ayuda.com/project/the-honorable-paul-wickham-schmidt-federal-immigration-court-judge-retired/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=” THE HONORABLE PAUL WICKHAM SCHMIDT” position=”FEDERAL IMMIGRATION COURT JUDGE (RETIRED)” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Schmidt_Paul_Ayuda_Leadership.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Judge Paul Schmidt
- [PAULA FITZGERALD, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR](https://ayuda.com/project/paula-fitzgerald-executive-director-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”PAULA FITZGERALD” position=”EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Paula-1.2023-Edit.jpg” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”f6c72024-ebb9-45f5-924a-8180cb5f2a99″ global_colors_info=”{}”] 202-243-7318 paula.fitzgerald@ayuda.com Paula Fitzgerald, Esq. is the executive director of
- [ERICK CASTRO, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER, OFFICE OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY](https://ayuda.com/project/erick-castro/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”ERICK CASTRO” position=”COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MANAGER, OFFICE OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY ” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Castro_Erick_Ayuda_Leadership-web-ready.jpg” _builder_version=”4.23.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]
- [IRIS VERONICA JIMENEZ, CHEF AND CULINARY DIRECTOR, LA CASITA PUPUSERIA + RESTAURANT 198](https://ayuda.com/project/iris-veronica-jimenez/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”IRIS VERONICA JIMENEZ” position=”CHEF AND CULINARY DIRECTOR, LA CASITA PUPUSERIA + RESTAURANT 198 ” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Jimenez_Iris_Veronica_Ayuda_Leadership.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}”
- [ELSY VASQUEZ, FINANCE DIRECTOR](https://ayuda.com/project/elsy-vasquez/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”ELSY VASQUEZ” position=”FINANCE DIRECTOR” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/2022_Vasquez_Elsy-1.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”f6c72024-ebb9-45f5-924a-8180cb5f2a99″ header_text_color=”#85377B” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Headshot of Elsy Vasquez” title_text=”2022_Vasquez_Elsy” sticky_enabled=”0″] elsy.vasquez@ayuda.com Elsy serves as Ayuda’s
- [ANA CRISTINA PLAZA, SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR](https://ayuda.com/project/ana-cristina-plaza-social-services-director-2/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”ANA CRISTINA PLAZA” position=”SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Plaza_Ana_Leadership-1-scaled.jpg” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Ana Plaza, Ayuda Leadership Team” title_text=”Plaza_Ana_Leadership” sticky_enabled=”0″]
- [SAMIR D. VARMA, PARTNER, THOMPSON HINE](https://ayuda.com/project/samir-d-varma-partner-thompson-hine/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”SAMIR D. VARMA” position=”PARTNER, THOMPSON HINE” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Varma_Samir_Ayuda_Board.png” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Ayuda Board Member Samir Varma” title_text=”Varma_Samir_Ayuda_Board” sticky_enabled=”0″] Samir
- [JOSE ANTONIO TIJERINO, PRESIDENT AND CEO, HISPANIC HERITAGE FOUNDATION](https://ayuda.com/project/jose-antonio-tijerino-president-and-ceo-hispanic-heritage-foundation/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=” JOSE ANTONIO TIJERINO” position=”PRESIDENT AND CEO, HISPANIC HERITAGE FOUNDATION” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tijerino_Jose_Antonio_ayuda_board.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Ayuda Board Member Tony
- [MIGUEL A. MARTÍNEZ, JR., DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENT, REGULATORY AFFAIRS + PUBLIC POLICY, PwC](https://ayuda.com/project/miguel-a-martinez-jr-director-government-regulatory-affairs-and-public-policy-at-pwc/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”MIGUEL A. MARTÍNEZ, JR.” position=”Director, Government, Regulatory Affairs, and Public Policy at PwC” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/MartinezJr_Miguel.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”MIGUEL
- [JILL FLACK, SECRETARY](https://ayuda.com/project/jill-flack/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_team_member name=”JILL FLACK, SECRETARY” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Flack_Jill-web.jpg” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” alt=”Headshot of Ayuda board member Jill Flack” title_text=”Flack_Jill web” sticky_enabled=”0″] Jill
- [MICHAEL TUBMAN, DIRECTOR OF FEDERAL AFFAIRS, LUCID MOTORS](https://ayuda.com/project/michael-tubman/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.16″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”#||divi||400″ button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_team_member name=”MICHAEL TUBMAN” position=”DIRECTOR OF FEDERAL AFFAIRS, LUCID MOTORS” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IMG_0431-1.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Abril Fatface||||||||”
- [ANDREW SELEE, PRESIDENT, MIGRATION POLICY INSTITUTE](https://ayuda.com/project/andrew-selee-president-migration-policy-institute/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”%%2%%” button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_team_member name=” ANDREW SELEE” position=”PRESIDENT, MIGRATION POLICY INSTITUTE” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Andrew2019_WEB.jpg” _builder_version=”4.5.3″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Abril Fatface||||||||” header_font_size=”30px” body_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” body_font_size=”20px” position_font=”Poppins||||||||” position_font_size=”20px” hover_enabled=”0″ title_text=”Andrew2019_WEB”] Andrew Selee succeeded co-founder Demetrios G.
- [PATTY FIRST, PRINCIPAL, THE RABEN GROUP LLC](https://ayuda.com/project/patty-first-principal-the-raben-group-llc/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”100px||||false|false”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”2560px”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjIyMDcifX0=@” button_text=”Back to Leadership” _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#85377b” button_border_width=”0px” button_font=”Poppins||||||||” button_icon=”%%2%%” button_icon_placement=”left” button_on_hover=”off”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_team_member name=”PATTY FIRST” position=”PRINCIPAL, THE RABEN GROUP LLC” image_url=”https://ayuda.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/image5-32.jpg” _builder_version=”4.5.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Abril Fatface||||||||” header_font_size=”30px” body_font=”Poppins|300|||||||” body_font_size=”20px” position_font=”Poppins||||||||” position_font_size=”20px” hover_enabled=”0″ title_text=”image5-32″] With a career dedicated to litigating
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