How We Work
We defend and empower our clients and their loved ones and co-workers to stand up for civil rights and freedoms. We lead local, state, and national policy and advocacy campaigns that center immigrants, refugees, incarcerated people, and low-income workers. Together, we’re unwavering in the fight for security, justice, and community power.
Community-Led Movements
We work on the ground within the communities we serve to fight for collective justice.
Learn MorePolicy Advocacy
We advocate in city halls, the California State Capitol, and Congress for policies that protect and empower low-income immigrants and communities of color.
Learn MoreLitigation and Direct Services
From class action lawsuits to direct services, we defend and empower our clients to stand up for civil rights and freedoms. Our cases are rooted in community partnerships and service.
Learn MoreFeatured Work
5 Reasons to Volunteer as a Poll Monitor
Poll monitors are the eyes and ears that witness and report issues at a polling location on Election Day.
Learn MoreVithea Yung, a Disabled Cambodian Refugee, Released to Care of Loved Ones after Earning Parole
Vithea Yung’s family and supporters are celebrating a rare victory: rather than being turned over to ICE after earning release from state prison, Yung was instead released to the care of his family.
Learn MoreQ&A: Taking a Stand Against Immigration-Based Retaliation at Work
A San Francisco family celebrated a victory affirming Californians' right to be free from immigration-related retaliation and shared their advice for anyone else facing retaliation at work.
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