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Violence Has No Place Here — Neither Does Islamophobia
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
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
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...
Honoring the Legacy of Luis Eduardo Rumbaut, Ayudante (1949-2025)
Ayuda reflects on the legacy and contributions of former Executive Director, Luis Rumbaut.
The Impact of Your Support in 2025 – a Mid-year Update
Celebrating the impact of your support in 2025 (so far!).
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
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
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
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
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...
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.
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.
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
Ayuda stands in strong condemnation of the Supreme Court decision to limit nationwide injunctions on Executive Order 14160
ACT NOW: DC FY26 Budget Still Falls Short for Immigrants
Keeping speaking up for immigrants as the DC Council marks up the draft budget.
