WHO WE ARE

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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

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....

Despite Abusing His Wife, Diplomatic Immunity Protected Him

Despite Abusing His Wife, Diplomatic Immunity Protected Him

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...

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3 days ago

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📆 Intake for �#Free##immigrationation clinic is TODAY, October 18. 📞 Call 202-787-5311 ** TODAY, October 18** between 10 AM- 2 PM to schedule a consult for October 25. Appointments are limited. More info ➡️ bit.ly/ALEGAL Información en Español ➡️ bit.ly/ALEGAL ❣️ Please help share this post! 🤝 Clinic Partner: Blank Rome ... See MoreSee Less
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4 days ago

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In honor of #PurpleThursday, Ayuda's teams are wearing purple of all shades - the colo#domesticviolencelence awareness - to show our support for survivors. Today is a moment to remember that no matter the abuse you've experienced, and no matter your immigration status, help is available.At Ayuda, we believe that everyone deserves a safe, loving relationship. We wear purple because we're proud to work with immigrant survivors every day, as they seek safety, heal, and rebuild their lives. We hope you'll join us to stand with survivors #PurpleThursday own #PurpleThursday photo 💜 ... See MoreSee Less
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