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Ayuda provides legal, social, and language services to help low-income immigrants in our neighborhoods access justice and transform their lives. For over 50 years, we have served more than 150,000 low-income immigrants throughout Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Ayuda’s expert and dedicated professionals help immigrants from anywhere in the world navigate the immigration and justice systems and access the social safety net. This comprehensive and welcoming approach breaks down barriers, helps those in need, and makes our communities stronger!

LATEST NEWS

  Media Contact: Laura [email protected] | 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...

10 Years of DACA: Lives Changed & Dreams Made Possible

10 Years of DACA: Lives Changed & Dreams Made Possible

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...

A Story of Survival and Perseverance – This is Anahay’s Story

A Story of Survival and Perseverance – This is Anahay’s 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...

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2 days ago

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Ayuda condemns the sweeping expansion of the travel ban. Our immigration system should be rooted in dignity and fairness—not blanket restrictions that punish entire nations and destabilize families and communities. Targeting people by nationality is discriminatory and dangerous, fueling fear, restricting opportunity, and putting lives at risk. ... See MoreSee Less
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Amir spoke out against corruption and supported peaceful protesters in his country, and it nearly cost him his life. Stories like his remind us why we stand with immigrants. For 9 years, Amir dreamed of seeing his family again. Then one day, his son arrived in the U.S. after a dangerous journey alone. When Amir had to choose between a safer legal path that would only protect him or a harder one that could protect his son too, he chose his child. Ayuda’s legal team stood beside them through every delay, every hearing, every moment of uncertainty. This year, both father and son were granted asylum. 💜 Your support makes stories like Amir’s possible. Donate today and help more immigrant families find safety. 🙏 Link: zurl.co/54fjg ... See MoreSee Less
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