Immigration ServicesLucha is for those dealing with domestic violence and human trafficking. There is free legal help for immigrants. You can get healthcare and mental health counseling. They can help with housing, school, and jobs. They help with banking, taxes, and earning a driver's license. See the website to learn more.
Call 305.573.1106 ext. 1400 or email luchainfo@aijustice.org for help.
This program offers legal help to immigrant communities. Its goal is to keep families together. Call or visit the website to learn more.
This office offers a variety of legal services. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Projects/Services:
How to obtain a Green Card, which gives someone the chance to live and work permanently in the U.S.
Alachua County Public Schools offers services and support programs for eligible immigrant students and families. The term "eligible immigrant student" is defined as a student who:
(a) is 3-21 years old;
(b) was not born in any state, Washington, DC or Puerto Rico; (children of military personnel who were born outside these territories are considered immigrant for the purposes of this program)
(c) has not been attending any one or more schools in the United States for more than 3 full academic years.
Some of the services offered include:
AIJ provides free legal help to detainees. AIJ helps them to obtain release and fight their deportation. They also monitor for abusive and inadequate detention facilities. All services are free. Please see the website for more information.
Americans for Immigrant Justice is a non-profit law firm. They fight for justice for immigrants. They offer direct help to immigrants in need. Their services are offered at no cost. Please call 305.573.11061 or visit the website for more information.
Programs include:
Southern Legal Counsel, Inc. is a not-for-profit public interest law firm. They help those in need with basic human and civil rights. They use the power of law to obtain positive social change by striking down unjust laws and policies.
Services:
Please call 352.271.8890 or visit website for more information.
Lutheran Services of Florida offers help for refugees in Florida. They help with jobs, immigration, filling out forms, and other services. Please call for more information.
Department of Children and Families provides Refugee Services. They help refugees who are new to Florida. Clients can get help getting a job, learning English, legal services, and more. Please call 904.723.2000 for more information.