Unlicensed notarios prey on the immigrants’ confusion and fear, extorting thousands of dollars and even sometimes landing their clients in removal proceedings.

Immigration Reform 2013: AILA Fights Heightened Risk of Notario Fraud

May 17, 2013

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Through this blog, I have the opportunity not only to share my voice, but also to lift up the voices of others standing for welcome at LIRS and throughout the nation.  Today, I’d like to introduce an interview by Luke Telander, Program Associate for Outreach at LIRS. He speaks with Mary Carmen Madrid-Cost, National Consumer Protection & Unauthorized Practice of Law Action Committee, American Immigration Lawyers Association.  America's immigration system is undeniably complicated and difficult to navigate.  Immigrants seeking to apply for visas or citizenship often find the system bewildering, and unfortunately, there are many who seek to profit from this confusion, especially during the tumult of the current push for comprehensive immigration reform.  This crime is called … [Read More...]

HEADLINES: Trafficking – May 17th, 2013

May 17, 2013

Visit our blog on Fridays for our HEADLINES: Trafficking feature, a part of LIRS’s End Human Trafficking campaign.  Human Trafficking is a much overlooked crime, but every Friday I will strive to bring you the most up-to-date news and … [Read More...]

URGENT Action Alert — Calls Needed on Refugees, Vulnerable Migrants, and Detention

May 16, 2013

The Senate Judiciary Committee is currently considering amendments to S. 744. As early as Monday, the committee is expected to focus on several amendments that could have long-term helpful or harmful consequences for refugees, asylees, stateless … [Read More...]

Immigration Reform 2013: Andrea Martinez Discusses Forging Unity in Texas — State Action Alert

May 16, 2013

To keep you up-to-date on the latest developments in states around the country, I’m proud to bring you interviews with some of the immigration reform movement’s most experienced leaders. I hope their knowledge can inform your efforts. Today, … [Read More...]

HEADLINES: Immigration – May 16th, 2013

May 16, 2013

Visit our blog every Thursday for HEADLINES: Immigration.   I will bring you all the most important and up-to-date news on the immigration debate.  From reform to detention to the DREAM Act, HEADLINES: Immigration gives easy access to all the news … [Read More...]

Immigration Detention: Jessica Colotl Speaks Out on Immigration Reform and the Need for Change

May 15, 2013

On this blog, I try to share both my thoughts and those of others standing for welcome at LIRS and nationwide.  Today, I’d like to introduce an interview by Luke Telander, Program Associate for Outreach at LIRS, with immigrant rights activist … [Read More...]

S.744 Amendments on Detention and Due Process: Trouble or Progress Ahead?

May 15, 2013

The legislative battle over immigration reform is evolving at top speed. I'm glad to share with you our advocacy team's take on the latest amendments to the Senate reform bill, S.744. Members of the Senate Judiciary Committee are expected to consider … [Read More...]

HEADLINES: Refugees – May 15th, 2013

May 15, 2013

Every Wednesday I will bring you refugee-related headlines from around the world. Whether it be covering conflicts fueling refugee crises, conditions in refugee camps, or stories of successful resettlement in America, I will strive to provide you … [Read More...]

Immigration Reform 2013: Top Priority S.744 Amendments to Support, Oppose

May 14, 2013

Today, I'd like to share our advocacy team's prioritized list of  amendments to S.744 (The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act) being considered by the Senate Judiciary Committee. On May 9, the committee began … [Read More...]

Immigration Reform 2013: S.744 Amendments Create Opportunities, Threats — National Action Alert

May 14, 2013

Today, the Senate Judiciary Committee begins the second day of “marking up” S.744 (The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act). With it comes another important chance for you to make your voice heard on key … [Read More...]

Immigration Reform 2013: THE UPDATE for Monday May 13

May 13, 2013

Immigration reform: Will we see it in 2013? That’s the burning question on everyone’s mind this year. A complicated debate and legislative process lie ahead. Here to decipher the headlines for you every Monday is THE UPDATE, a weekly blog … [Read More...]

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