Resources
Unauthorized Practice of Immigration Law
One-page sheet giving advice for working with an immigration attorney or representative and ensuring that person is authorized to practice. May be useful to give to students who mention they are looking for an immigration lawyer, or for instructors helping students obtain legal assistance.
Rights and Protections Hub: Protecting Campus Community Members
Collection of resources for teachers and administrators discussing school policies re: release of immigrant student data and what to do if immigration officers come to campus. Focused on higher ed but general ideas can be applied to ABE programs also.
Toolkit: Higher Education for Immigrant Students
Information on higher education access to immigrants, with a focus on availability of enrollment and financial aid for undocumented students. Includes state-by-state information and updates on ongoing advocacy. May be useful for GED or College Readiness instructors.
Toolkit: Creating Safe & Supportive Schools for Immigrant & English Learner (EL) Students
Guide for teachers for school immigration protocols and creating supportive classroom environments. Outlines the legal and ethical responsibilities of providing education access for all. Made for K-12 educators but may be useful for ABE programs also.
Rapid Response Toolkit
Instructions for setting up preparedness plans to be used before, during, and after immigration raids. Includes advice for setting up a rapid response team and communicating with media and the wider community.
Step-by-Step Family Preparedness Plan
Goes through various topics to help families to prepare themselves for interaction and possible detention with law enforcement, particularly immigration. California-focused but general idea applicable to all states.