WHO WE ARE
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
Sip with Purpose: Toasting Pride, Heritage, and Immigrant Justice
Enjoy cocktails around the region while supporting Ayuda’s work – all month long!
ACT NOW: Critical Services for D.C. Immigrants Under Threat
Your voice is needed more than ever this D.C. budget season.
Ayuda Urges DC Council to Preserve Sanctuary City Status
Sanctuary City policies keep all of us safe.
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One year into Trump 2.0, immigrant communities across our region are being forced to move through the world more carefully—not by choice, but by design.![]()
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At Ayuda, we’re seeing fear shape daily decisions: whether it’s safe to go to work, seek medical care, engage with schools, or report abuse. Increased enforcement, detention, and threats have destabilized families and deepened isolation—even for people eligible for services and legal relief.![]()
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And still, we see resilience every day. Families persist. Survivors reclaim safety. Communities keep showing up for one another.![]()
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Read our full reflection and find out how you can add your support: ayuda.com/one-year-of-impact-and-resilience/
Job alert - Ayuda is hiring❗![]()
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If you’re passionate about creating a world in which immigrants thrive, we might have the perfect career opportunity for you. 💜![]()
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Explore open roles in DC and MD: zurl.co/3pnvi ![]()
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