Immigration
Immigration Information & Resources
Every student in California has the right to attend public school in the state free from discrimination, harassment, violence, intimidation, and bullying. (California Education Code [EC] 220, 234, et seq.)
Articles & Information
Step-by-Step Family Preparedness Plan
How immigrant families can more proactively prepare for immigration emergencies that arise
https://www.ilrc.org/
www.ilrc.org/family-preparedness-plan
Resources for California’s Immigrant Communities
Immigrant’s Rights to Access Public Education
In response to requests for information and support from local educational agencies (LEAs), the California Department of Education (CDE) is sharing resources to preserve access to education for students from immigrant families during times of increased fear of immigration enforcement.
https://www.cde.ca.gov/eo/in/yr25cdoletter0121.asp
What rights do immigrant students and families have in California schools and colleges?
A quick guide to understanding the rights and protections for immigrant students and families in California schools and colleges. Providing resources for ensuring safe and inclusive educational environments amidst ongoing concerns about immigration enforcement.
Northern California Resource Guide
Social/Emotional Support
Centro Legal de la Raza
Provides mental health workshops for immigrant families, counseling referrals, and legal support.
3400 E. 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 437-1554
https://www.centrolegal.org
La Clínica de La Raza
Provides behavioral health services and counseling support for students and families dealing with trauma and stress.
Multiple locations in the Bay Area
(510) 535-4000
https://laclinica.org
Bay Area Community Resources (BACR)
Offers mental health and case management services to students and families experiencing deportation fears.
171 Carlos Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903
(415) 444-5580
https://www.bacr.org/
Catholic Charities of San Francisco
Provides counseling services, family case management, and emotional support.
990 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 972-1200
https://catholiccharitiessf.org/
Legal Services
Asian Law Caucus
Free immigration legal representation, deportation defense, and community workshops.
55 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 896-1701
https://www.advancingjustice-alc.org/
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area (IIBA)
Legal services, community outreach, and Know Your Rights workshops.
657 Mission Street, Suite 301, San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 538-8100
https://iibayarea.org/
Central California Resource Guide
Social/Emotional Support
Clinica Sierra Vista
Behavioral health support, counseling, and trauma services for families.
Multiple locations in Bakersfield and Fresno
(661) 635-3050
https://www.clinicasierravista.org/
Raices Cultura (Coachella Valley)
Cultural and emotional support programs, including mental health support.
1494 Sixth Street, Coachella, CA 92236
(760) 398-3560
https://www.raicescultura.org/
Central Valley Family Therapy
Counseling and mental health support for families experiencing immigration stress.
7170 N. Financial Dr., Fresno, CA 93720
(559) 691-6840
https://centralvalleyfamilytherapy.com/
Legal Services
California Rural Legal Assistance (CRLA)
Free legal assistance to low-income families, including immigration-related issues.
Various locations across Central California
(800) 337-0690
https://www.crla.org/
Southern California Resource Guide
Social/Emotional Support
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)
Mental health workshops, counseling support, and community advocacy.
2533 W. 3rd Street, Suite 101, Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 353-1333
https://chirla.org/
The Los Angeles Trust for Children’s Health
Emotional health services for immigrant students through LAUSD schools.
333 S. Beaudry Avenue, 18th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90017
(213) 241-3511
https://thelatrust.org/
San Diego Social Advocates for Youth (SAY)
Runs community programs for immigrants and refugees; includes a family resource center.
4775 Viewridge Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 565-4148
https://www.saysandiego.org/who-we-serve/new-arrival-immigrant-refugee-youth-adults/
Legal Services
Public Counsel
Free immigration legal aid, including asylum and deportation defense.
610 S. Ardmore Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 385-2977
https://publiccounsel.org
Immigrant Defenders Law Center
Deportation defense and legal aid for minors and families.
634 S. Spring Street, 10th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90014
(213) 634-0999
https://www.immdef.org
San Diego Rapid Response Network
Emergency legal support and deportation defense.
(619) 536-0823
https://rapidresponsesd.org