CHIRLA

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CHIRLA was formed in 1986 to advance the human and civil rights of immigrants and refugees. Educate, organize, and advocate.

Don't miss this FREE DACA clinic, brought to you by CHIRLA & our community partners, where we'll answer all your questions! If you're eligible, we may be able to cover your USCIS renewal fee. 🤩 📍 Location will be shared upon RSVP. 🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/082626

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Our WiseUp! students are heading out on a college tour across CA! 🥳 Before they hit the road, we gathered to celebrate their growth & leadership throughout the summer. Visiting college campuses is a chance to envision their future in higher education. Wishing them a safe trip & big dreams!

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Thank you, Pope Leo, for affirming the dignity of immigrant families and our shared humanity. 🤍🫂 Our families are here, our roots run deep in our communities, and like everyone else, our dreams are to live freely, without fear, and with our loved ones. 🦋 #WeBelongHere #SomosCHIRLA

CHIRLA has received reports of immigration-related detentions at U.S. airports during domestic travel. ⚠️ Consult with a qualified immigration attorney before flying. Evaluate the risks of domestic air travel and, if possible, postpone nonessential travel until you've received legal advice.

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As we wrap up our Spring–Summer Internship Program, we're celebrating an incredible group of interns whose passion, creativity, and commitment made a lasting impact. ✊✨ 👏 Thank you for sharing your talents, bringing fresh ideas, and standing alongside us in the fight for immigrant justice. 🫶

In a new op-ed for Northern CA Grantmakers' Mic Drop series, our Executive Director, Angelica Salas, joins Helen Torres & Sergio Garcia in calling on philanthropy to recognize community-based organizations as partners in governance, not only as service providers. 🔗 Read at: https://ow.ly/lCfM50ZuQ0t

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Mientras nuestros seres queridos siguen enfrentando ataques y secuestros, aprende cómo ser un buen vecino y cómo responder a la actividad de ICE en tu comunidad en nuestra próxima capacitación en el sur de Los Ángeles el 5 de agosto de 2026. 🫂 🔗 Regístrate aquí: https://ow.ly/LWZF50ZuvHB

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🕊️ 70 coffins. 70 placards. 70 lives remembered. Angelenos gathered to honor Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Johan Sebastian Guerrero, and every person whose life has been taken by ICE.

Citizenship strengthens families, communities, & our democracy. Proposed USCIS fee increases could put it out of reach for millions of lawful permanent residents. 📢 Submit a public comment by 8/24 & tell DHS citizenship should be more accessible, not more expensive. 🔗 https://ow.ly/mBja50Zp92a

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✊ Take action with us today by calling or emailing your Representative and urging them to sign the Dream & Promise Act discharge petition now. 📞 Call Congress at 202-688-0646 or text HOME IS HERE to 787-57 and demand they sign the discharge petition for citizenship now.

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🚨 A federal judge has ordered immediate reforms at the Adelanto ICE Detention Center. The ruling requires immediate improvements to medical care, clean drinking water, nutritious food, sanitation, disability accommodations, and independent oversight.

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🚨 LIVE: BREAKING—A federal judge has ordered the Adelanto detention facility to provide humane treatment for immigrants. This is a massive legal win for human rights. We’re live to break down what this ruling means and what happens next. 📢⚖️ 🎥Watch live here: fb.watch/Iq43voctbM/?...

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Our people deserve to live, grow old with their loved ones, and build their futures in safety and dignity. We will continue to organize, document, and show up. We demand accountability, transparency, and independent investigations. ICE out of our communities NOW. ✊🏽 #ICEOut

ICE kills again. In less than a week, a second community member has been killed during an encounter with federal immigration agents. Our communities deserve safety—not fear. We demand: ⚖️ A full, independent investigation 🛑 Accountability 🏡 An end to ICE terrorizing our communities

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As we mark 250 years, we continue fighting to defend birthright citizenship, win pathways to citizenship, and build a democracy where everyone belongs. 🗽🌎

🌟 Calling all Olivia Dean fans! 🌟 CHIRLA is giving away 2 VIP tickets + parking to see Olivia Dean in LA on 7/14! Proceeds support immigrant families through legal services, community education, rapid response, & advocacy. 🫂 Donate $25 to enter! ➡️ https://ow.ly/LGRf50ZmzWE

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CHIRLA is deeply honored to be recognized in the Congressional Record by Rep. Norma Torres for our work supporting immigrant families & advancing justice. Thank you for recognizing the work of our staff, members, & community. Together, we keep building a future where all immigrants can thrive. 🫂🦋🧡

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