In response to recent media reports about the return of family detention, Tahirih Justice Center’s CEO Archi Pyati states, “Family detention is a cruel and inhumane policy that inflicts irreparable […]

Recently the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit upheld a district court’s decision to block an Iowa state law (SF 2340), ruling that it conflicts with federal […]

WASHINGTON – With Mayor Bowser’s signature, the Child Marriage Prohibition Amendment Act is on it’s way to Congress for final consideration after having passed City Council unanimously on December 17. […]

“We need to stop enacting laws that strengthen the hand of abusers, and start valuing the lives of women as much as those of men” Following is a statement from […]

Several bills currently before Congress purport to address violence against women but would have the exact opposite effect. The Tahirih Justice Center shares the following resources for the media, policymakers, […]

Experts in Gender-Based Violence Share Real-Life Examples of Harms Expanded by H.R. 29/S. 5 WASHINGTON, DC- The Laken Riley Act (H.R. 29/S. 5) is under consideration in the U.S. Senate. […]

The Tahirih Justice Center is a national nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that provides free legal and social services, advocacy, training, and education in support of immigrant women, girls, and all survivors […]

Everyone deserves safety and a life with dignity and purpose; to thrive in a violence-free home and community; and to build their best lives. But gender-based violence is endemic in […]

Background Each year on December 3, the world recognizes International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD), which aims to promote the rights and well-being of the more than 1 billion […]

The Tahirih Justice Center has served over 34,000 immigrant survivors fleeing gender-based violence since 1997. Across our five locations, our dedicated staff members provide holistic trauma-informed services to immigrant survivors […]