IRAP is thrilled to introduce a new collaborative family reunification initiative focusing on families from the Americas bound for California’s Bay Area!
What is Driving Migration from Latin America and the Caribbean?
- Family reunification is a key driver of migration.
- Many seek safety in the US where they have relatives.
- Awareness of family reunification programs needs improvement.
IRAP’s New Initiative
- Expanding access to lawful pathways in the Western Hemisphere.
- Providing legal services, information, and advocacy.
- Partnering with organizations in the US, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
Collaborative Efforts
- Disseminating legal information in multiple countries.
- Offering free legal services to families seeking reunification.
- Training organizations and producing legal publications.
- Engaging with policymakers on relevant issues.
US-based partners include East Bay Sanctuary Covenant, Centro Legal de la Raza, Immigrant Legal Resource Center, and FWD.us. Partnerships with Latin America and Caribbean organizations will be announced soon.
IRAP will launch a BAFRI webpage with resources, trainings, advisories, and recommendations. For more information, contact Kate Jellema at [email protected].
Source: refugeerights.org