Direct Services
When a women or girl arrives at our doorstep, she is already a hero. She may have just one chance to flee violence, and she has seized it. Our goal is to empower her to build the safe and stable future she envisions.
We protect immigrant women and girls in the United States through holistic legal services. Please note: Services provided vary by office depending on local staffing and capacity.
Immigration Law
We represent immigrant women and girls who we believe have a legitimate claim to legal status under U.S. immigration law as survivors of gender-based violence.
Family Law
We ensure our clients' legal needs are met in family courts, safeguarding children against abuse and helping women divorce their abusers.
Civil Law
We engage in appellate advocacy and impact litigation, and support clients in recovering damages from harms they have suffered, such as trafficking.
Forced Marriage Protection
We provide confidential support and assistance to individuals in the United States who are facing forced marriages in this country or abroad.
Social Services
We connect our clients to shelter, employment-related training, food pantries, and other services so they can gain greater control over their lives.
Medical Services
We help our clients obtain medical and mental health services, a vital step in the road to recovery from physical and psychological trauma.
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our process
Our direct services are client-centered, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed. Step by step, we help our clients overcome obstacles — like being married to an abuser or lacking authorization to work in the U.S. — that stand in the way of their safety and freedom.
who we serve
We serve courageous immigrant women and girls who have decided for themselves to reject violence and oppression imposed by their partners, their families, or their communities.
Who We Are
trying to meet an ever-increasing need
Despite significant growth, we are only able to serve 1 out of every 6 women who reaches out to us. We need your help.
99%
of the cases we litigate are successful, despite their complexity
972
Women and girls protected through our free legal services in 2015
644
Women and children connected to social and medical services in 2015
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