Migrant Rights
Publications
![ICOP Bulletin Thumbnail UAC 2023 (1).png [ai] A digital issue brief titled "Unaccompanied Children" from the Immigration Court Observation Project, dated October 2023, featuring the logo of The Advocates for Human Rights at the bottom.](/Res/250/ICOP Bulletin Thumbnail UAC 2023 (1).png)
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Report
Immigration Court Observation Project Issue Brief: Unaccompanied Children
![Imm Court in COVID by Amy Lange.jpg [ai] An illustration depicting a courtroom video hearing. A judge is shown at a desk, while a defendant appears on a screen. Text includes quotes about uncertain futures and legal limitations, with details about the court's location.](/Res/250/Imm Court in COVID by Amy Lange.jpg)
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
Report
Witness to Immigration Court: Stakeholder Report from the Immigration Court Observation Project
![Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 8.29.47 AM.png [ai] A lesson plan titled "The Rights of Migrants in the United States" with a purple background and an illustration of the Statue of Liberty. It includes the subtitle about learning human migration from butterflies, designed for grade K-2.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 8.29.47 AM.png)
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Classroom Resource
Lesson Plan: Learning about Human Migration from Butterflies. Grades K-2
![imm detention covid 19 in mn.png [ai] A sketch depicting a courtroom scene with individuals attending a remote hearing. Text overlay reads 'Immigration Detention and COVID-19 in Minnesota: Illuminating Human Rights Concerns in Minnesota Jails.'](/Res/250/imm detention covid 19 in mn.png)
Monday, March 1, 2021
Report
Immigration Detention and COVID-19: Illuminating Human Rights Concerns in Minnesota Jails
![court_sketch_stark_facts_1_2.jpeg [ai] A courtroom scene depicting an immigration court. The judge sits behind a bench with a seal, while a clerk, interpreter, defender, and lawyer are present. Notable elements include labeled areas for 'Facts', 'Bail', and 'Custody'.](/Res/250/court_sketch_stark_facts_1_2 2.jpeg)
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Report
Direct from Immigration Court: Human Rights Defender Project Report on Court Observations
![bearing witness.png [ai] A hand-drawn illustration featuring a courtroom scene with a U.S. flag in the background. Text overlay reads "Bearing Witness in the Moment, Report from the Immigration Court Observation Project." The image depicts court activities including a defendant and attorneys.](/Res/250/bearing witness 2.png)
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Report
Bearing Witness in the Moment: Report from the Immigration Court Observation Project
![imm courtroom.jpeg [ai] An empty courtroom featuring wooden benches, a judge's chair at the front, and various desks for court personnel. The room is well-lit with a seal on the wall and an American flag in the background.](/Res/250/imm courtroom 3.jpeg)
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Tool or Factsheet
Understanding Your Right to an Attorney in Immigration Court
![imm courtroom.jpeg [ai] A view of an empty courtroom featuring wooden benches, a judge's bench with an ornate black chair, and a U.S. flag. A partition separates the seating area from the judge's space.](/Res/250/imm courtroom 2.jpeg)
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Tool or Factsheet
Entendiendo tu derecho a un abogado en la Corte de Inmigracion
![matter-of-a-b-.jpg [ai] A document titled "Gender-Based Asylum Claims in the Wake of Matter of A-B-" discussing advocacy for domestic violence survivors seeking asylum, including pertinent legal context and implications for practitioners.](/Res/250/matter-of-a-b- 2.jpg)
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Manual
![labor trafficking protocol carousel img.jpg [ai] A graphic with a green background displaying the text 'LABOR TRAFFICKING PROTOCOL GUIDELINES' in bold blue letters. Below it, a smaller text reads 'Identifying and Responding to Victims of Labor Trafficking 24 Years Old and Under.'](/Res/250/labor trafficking protocol carousel img 5.jpg)
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Protocol
![Teaching Immigration cover.png [ai] A collage featuring diverse individuals and groups related to immigration, with the text 'Teaching Immigration with the Immigrant Stories Project' and 'LESSON PLANS' displayed at the top.](/Res/250/Teaching Immigration cover.png)
Sunday, January 1, 2017
Classroom Resource
Teaching Immigration with the Immigrant Stories Project Lesson Plans
![Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 11.09.45 AM.png [ai] A graphic featuring a large question mark with the text 'ASKING THE RIGHT QUESTIONS' above it and 'A Human Rights Approach to Ending Trafficking and Exploitation in the Workplace' below, set against a green background.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 11.09.45 AM.png)
Friday, January 1, 2016
Report
![exclusion belonging.png [ai] A presentation slide with the title 'Moving from Exclusion to Belonging' emphasizing immigrant rights in Minnesota. The subtitle includes 'The Advocates for Human Rights' and the date 'March 2014'.](/Res/250/exclusion belonging.png)
Monday, April 1, 2013
Report
Moving from Exclusion to Belonging: Immigrant Rights in Minnesota Today
![energy of a nation.png [ai] Image of a book cover titled "Energy of a Nation: Immigrants in America, Third Edition." Features a stylized depiction of the Statue of Liberty and a gradient yellow background.](/Res/250/energy of a nation 3.png)
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Classroom Resource
Energy of a Nation: Immigrants in America - A Teaching Guide for Grade 8 through Adult
![Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.01.43 AM.png [ai] A graphic titled 'Voices of Iraqi Refugees' with a circular logo depicting a handshake, accompanied by lesson plan titles and grade levels: 'Making a Connection' for Grades K-4, 'Visualizing Iraq' for Grades 5-8, and 'Iraqi Voices' for Grades 9-12.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.01.43 AM 6.png)
Friday, January 1, 2010
Classroom Resource
![Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.59.32 AM.png [ai] A purple and white illustrated cover featuring a statue, with text that reads "Voices from Silence: Personal Accounts of the Long-term Impact of 9/11". The bottom includes the logo of Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.59.32 AM.png)
Thursday, February 1, 2007
Report
Voices from Silence: Personal Accounts of the Long-term Impact of 9/11
![stock.jpg [ai] A collection of overlapping and solid colored circles in shades of blue, yellow, green, purple, and gray, arranged casually on a white background.](/Res/250/stock 101.jpg)
Friday, December 10, 2004
Report
![Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.14.13 AM.png [ai] A book cover featuring the title "Shame in the House of Saud" in bold font, with the subtitle "Contempt for Human Rights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia." A decorative plant design is at the bottom of the cover.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.14.13 AM 2.png)
Friday, May 1, 1992
Report
Shame in the House of Saud: Contempt for Human Rights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
![Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 11.06.30 AM.png [ai] A courtyard surrounded by barbed wire at the Krome Avenue Detention Facility in Miami, Florida, with shaded structures visible above.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 11.06.30 AM.png)
Tuesday, January 1, 1991
Report
Hidden from View: Human Rights Conditions in the Krome Detention Center
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Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Action, In Brief
Take Action: Oppose HR 875 and protect noncitizen victims of crime

Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Post
The Advocates Condemns Trump Travel Ban: “Illegal, Xenophobic, and Harmful”

Friday, May 23, 2025
Press Release
The Advocates for Human Rights Decries Cruelty and Harm in House Budget Bill Passage
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025
In Brief
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Thursday, May 1, 2025
Action, In Brief
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Friday, March 21, 2025
Press Release
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Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Press Release

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Press Release

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Action, In Brief
Urgent Action: Protect Our Communities From Federal Overreach

Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Post
The Advocates Condemns Harmful Day One Announcements from the Trump Administration
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Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Post
The Advocates Signs on to Letter Opposing the No Bailouts for Sanctuary Cities Act
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Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Post
Cancel DHS Use of AI Technologies for Immigration Enforcement and Adjudication by December 1, 2024

Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Post
200+ Organizations Have Signed Onto a Letter Urging the USCIS To Eliminate the Work Permit Backlog
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Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Press Release
AHR Welcomes Announced Immigration Policies; Continues to Call on the U.S. to Respect Migrant Rights
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Thursday, February 8, 2024
The North STAR Act - A Minnesota that is Safer for Immigrants is Safer for All of Us
Monday, January 29, 2024
Press Release
AHR Denounces the Biden Administration’s Ongoing Efforts to Negotiate Away Migrant Rights

Friday, January 12, 2024
Post
Anti-Immigrant Policies: A Bar to Stopping Child and Migrant Labor Exploitation
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Monday, December 11, 2023
Press Release
The Advocates for Human Rights Condemns Abandonment of Commitment to Migrant Rights by Congress
![[ai] Logo of The Advocates for Human Rights, featuring a stylized purple and white graphic design with the organization’s name displayed prominently. [ai] Logo of The Advocates for Human Rights, featuring a stylized purple and white graphic design with the organization’s name displayed prominently.](/Res/250/2022 State Fair logo(1) 2.png)
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Press Release
The Advocates for Human Rights Strongly Opposes Efforts that Barter with Human Rights
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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Post
The Advocates' Afghan Legal Clinic Receives Award from Minnesota DHS
![[ai] Two hands holding each other, one belonging to an adult and the other to a child, against a white background. The image has a purple tint. [ai] Two hands holding each other, one belonging to an adult and the other to a child, against a white background. The image has a purple tint.](/Res/250/ICOP Bulletin Thumbnail UAC 2023 (2).png)
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Post
New Report Details Due Process Failures for Kids in Immigration Court
![[ai] A wooden gavel lies on a stack of legal documents, with a statue of Lady Justice in the background, symbolizing law and justice in a professional legal setting. [ai] A wooden gavel lies on a stack of legal documents, with a statue of Lady Justice in the background, symbolizing law and justice in a professional legal setting.](/Res/250/asylum training image 6.png)
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Post
The Advocates Launches New Training Initiative: Trauma-Informed Lawyering
![[ai] Colorful game pieces in red, yellow, green, purple, and blue arranged in a circle, with text above stating "Moving from Exclusion to Belonging" and a note about a report serving as a model throughout the U.S. [ai] Colorful game pieces in red, yellow, green, purple, and blue arranged in a circle, with text above stating "Moving from Exclusion to Belonging" and a note about a report serving as a model throughout the U.S.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events(6).png)
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Post
Advocates Archive: Moving from Exclusion to Belonging: Immigrant Rights in Minnesota Today (2014)
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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Post
Human Rights Groups Urge President Biden to Halt Use and Defense of Asylum Ban Policy
![[ai] Logo of The Advocates for Human Rights, featuring an abstract design and the organization's name in white text on a purple background. [ai] Logo of The Advocates for Human Rights, featuring an abstract design and the organization's name in white text on a purple background.](/Res/250/2022 State Fair logo(1).png)
Friday, July 14, 2023
Press Release
Advocates Call for Passage, Not Political Games, with Reintroduction of Afghan Adjustment Act
![[ai] A close-up of a happy family consisting of a man and a woman with a baby, smiling and playing together. Text overlay states 'Seeking asylum is not illegal. Blocking people from seeking asylum is illegal.' and includes the hashtag #SAVEASYLUM. [ai] A close-up of a happy family consisting of a man and a woman with a baby, smiling and playing together. Text overlay states 'Seeking asylum is not illegal. Blocking people from seeking asylum is illegal.' and includes the hashtag #SAVEASYLUM.](/Res/250/_SaveAsylumSeries (2).png)
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Press Release
Biden Administration announces plan to publish asylum ban regulations
![[ai] A courtroom scene illustrating a judge speaking, with a man in an orange jumpsuit sitting next to a chair labeled 'The Empty Chair.' The courtroom environment includes handwritten notes about deportation hearings and legal representation. [ai] A courtroom scene illustrating a judge speaking, with a man in an orange jumpsuit sitting next to a chair labeled 'The Empty Chair.' The courtroom environment includes handwritten notes about deportation hearings and legal representation.](/Res/250/Artist Anita White 2.png)
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Press Release
The Advocates Welcomes Introduction of the New Way Forward Bill
![[ai] A split illustration of two figures representing political leaders, with one side in red and the other in blue. The faces are simplified and devoid of detail, focusing on the contrasting colors and styles of the illustrated suits. [ai] A split illustration of two figures representing political leaders, with one side in red and the other in blue. The faces are simplified and devoid of detail, focusing on the contrasting colors and styles of the illustrated suits.](/Res/250/Trump to Biden.png)
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Press Release
The Advocates Condemns Reported Biden Administration Plans to Reinstate Family Detention
![[ai] A person holding an identification card in front of a stylized landscape with trees and a river. The background features a blue sky with clouds, emphasizing an outdoor theme. [ai] A person holding an identification card in front of a stylized landscape with trees and a river. The background features a blue sky with clouds, emphasizing an outdoor theme.](/Res/250/DL4ALL 2023 (2).png)
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Post
After 20 years Minnesota poised to restore driver's licenses for all
![[ai] The Minnesota State Capitol building viewed from a park, featuring its dome and exterior architecture under a partly cloudy sky. The text 'NEWSWIRE February 2023' is overlaid at the bottom. [ai] The Minnesota State Capitol building viewed from a park, featuring its dome and exterior architecture under a partly cloudy sky. The text 'NEWSWIRE February 2023' is overlaid at the bottom.](/Res/250/Copy of Recurring events.png)
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Newswire February 2023: Huge Legislative Updates, Spring House Parties, Trainings & More!
![[ai] Graphic featuring the White House silhouette with the text "AHR Calls on Biden Administration" in bold, white font against a purple background with an orange corner. [ai] Graphic featuring the White House silhouette with the text "AHR Calls on Biden Administration" in bold, white font against a purple background with an orange corner.](/Res/250/AHR Calls on Biden Administration_Header 3.png)
Friday, January 6, 2023
Press Release
AHR Calls on Biden Admin. to Ensure Proposed Border Policies Fully Comply with Legal Obligations
![[ai] A graphic featuring a blue background with a house silhouette. Text reads 'Pass the Afghan Adjustment Act' and includes the phrase 'It's time to let Afghans who have restarted their lives here know this is home.' The logo of 'The Advocates for Human Rights' is shown in the bottom right. [ai] A graphic featuring a blue background with a house silhouette. Text reads 'Pass the Afghan Adjustment Act' and includes the phrase 'It's time to let Afghans who have restarted their lives here know this is home.' The logo of 'The Advocates for Human Rights' is shown in the bottom right.](/Res/250/Pass the Afghan Adjustment Act (651 × 385 px).jpg)
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Press Release
Congress’ Omission of Afghan Adjustment Act in Spending Bill Harms Our Communities
![[ai] A sketched illustration of a court scene depicting multiple figures, including a person seated in a courtroom, with the title "THE ADVOCAT" prominently displayed at the bottom. The background is purple with handwritten text that includes "fort snelling immigration court September 10, 2020". [ai] A sketched illustration of a court scene depicting multiple figures, including a person seated in a courtroom, with the title "THE ADVOCAT" prominently displayed at the bottom. The background is purple with handwritten text that includes "fort snelling immigration court September 10, 2020".](/Res/250/Advocast 2.png)
Thursday, November 10, 2022
Post
Human Rights Explained: Immigration Court & the Court Observation Project
![[ai] An artistic overlay of the flags of Haiti and Russia in the background, with the text "Guantanamo Bay" prominently displayed in white across the center. [ai] An artistic overlay of the flags of Haiti and Russia in the background, with the text "Guantanamo Bay" prominently displayed in white across the center.](/Res/250/Untitled design(4).png)
Friday, November 4, 2022
Post
Do Not Send Haitians or Other Displaced People to Detention at Guantánamo Bay
![[ai] Graphic with a blue and white house silhouette. Text reads "Afghan Adjustment Act, Virtual Congressional Action Days, September 6-8" in blue and orange. [ai] Graphic with a blue and white house silhouette. Text reads "Afghan Adjustment Act, Virtual Congressional Action Days, September 6-8" in blue and orange.](/Res/250/AAA State Fair take action (651 × 485 px) (1).png)
Friday, August 26, 2022
Action
Join Us for Afghan Adjustment Act Virtual Congressional Advocacy Days
![[ai] A blue graphic featuring a house silhouette and text advocating for the Afghan Adjustment Act. The message states, "It's time to let Afghans who have restarted their lives here know this is home." The logo of The Advocates for Human Rights is shown in the corner. [ai] A blue graphic featuring a house silhouette and text advocating for the Afghan Adjustment Act. The message states, "It's time to let Afghans who have restarted their lives here know this is home." The logo of The Advocates for Human Rights is shown in the corner.](/Res/250/MicrosoftTeams-image (3).png)
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates welcomes the introduction of the Afghan Adjustment Act
![[ai] An illustration showing diverse couples, including LGBTQ+ representations, embracing and smiling. The background is vibrant blue, and the couples are adorned in colorful clothing and accessories, symbolizing love and inclusivity. [ai] An illustration showing diverse couples, including LGBTQ+ representations, embracing and smiling. The background is vibrant blue, and the couples are adorned in colorful clothing and accessories, symbolizing love and inclusivity.](/Res/250/May17 b.png)
Monday, May 16, 2022
Post
Working for Welcome, Demanding Dignity for Queer, Trans, and Non-Binary People Seeking Asylum
![[ai] A blue poster depicting an urgent scene with an individual sitting and holding a briefcase. Behind them, figures are walking away while carrying briefcases, with text stating, "This cannot be where our promise ends." The organization logo is at the bottom. [ai] A blue poster depicting an urgent scene with an individual sitting and holding a briefcase. Behind them, figures are walking away while carrying briefcases, with text stating, "This cannot be where our promise ends." The organization logo is at the bottom.](/Res/250/2 (1) (1).png)
Thursday, April 28, 2022
Action
Call on Congress to Protect Our Afghan Allies and Neighbors: Support the Afghan Adjustment Act
![[ai] A blue background with a graphic showing a figure kneeling with a suitcase, followed by a line of figures walking with suitcases. The text reads, "This cannot be where our promise ends." and includes the phrase "EVACUATE OUR ALLIES." at the bottom. [ai] A blue background with a graphic showing a figure kneeling with a suitcase, followed by a line of figures walking with suitcases. The text reads, "This cannot be where our promise ends." and includes the phrase "EVACUATE OUR ALLIES." at the bottom.](/Res/250/EvacuateOurAllies News Item.png)
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Press Release
Temporary Protected Status No Substitute for Afghan Adjustment Act
Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Post
The Advocates Supports Legislation to Strengthen Accountability for Labor Trafficking in Minnesota
![[ai] A blue background with white text stating concerns about human rights defenders in Ukraine and Russia. It emphasizes the need for free expression, safety from violence, and refuge for displaced persons. [ai] A blue background with white text stating concerns about human rights defenders in Ukraine and Russia. It emphasizes the need for free expression, safety from violence, and refuge for displaced persons.](/Res/250/Solidarity Ukraine 2.png)
Thursday, February 24, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates Calls for Cessation of Hostilities, Respect for Human Rights in Ukraine
![[ai] The United States Capitol building, featuring its distinctive dome and columns, surrounded by vibrant red flowers under a clear blue sky. [ai] The United States Capitol building, featuring its distinctive dome and columns, surrounded by vibrant red flowers under a clear blue sky.](/Res/250/US Capitol 2.png)
Monday, February 7, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates Welcomes Legislation to Create Independent Immigration Courts
![[ai] The U.S. Capitol building with a clear blue sky in the background, framed by vibrant red flowers in the foreground. [ai] The U.S. Capitol building with a clear blue sky in the background, framed by vibrant red flowers in the foreground.](/Res/250/US Capitol.png)
Thursday, January 20, 2022
Post
The Advocates Submits Statement in House Hearing on Independent Immigration Courts
![[ai] Infographic urging Congress to eliminate the deadline for the Liberian Refugee Immigration Fairness (LRIF) program, featuring a smartphone with a call icon, and details about the application deadline and its importance for Liberians. [ai] Infographic urging Congress to eliminate the deadline for the Liberian Refugee Immigration Fairness (LRIF) program, featuring a smartphone with a call icon, and details about the application deadline and its importance for Liberians.](/Res/250/LRIF Take Action.png)
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Action
Take Action: Call on Congress to Eliminate Liberian Green Card Filing Deadline
![[ai] An illustrated diverse group of people smiling, representing various ethnicities and backgrounds, with a gray box in the corner labeled 'Immigration Justice'. [ai] An illustrated diverse group of people smiling, representing various ethnicities and backgrounds, with a gray box in the corner labeled 'Immigration Justice'.](/Res/250/Immigration Justice.png)
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Post
The Advocates Joins Call on DHS to Prioritize Protection, Due Process in Immigration Enforcement
![[ai] Two children, a girl and a boy, are smiling. The girl has curly dark hair and wears a black coat, while the boy has light brown hair. A blue background includes the text 'Afghans Welcome'. [ai] Two children, a girl and a boy, are smiling. The girl has curly dark hair and wears a black coat, while the boy has light brown hair. A blue background includes the text 'Afghans Welcome'.](/Res/250/_AfghansWelcome (1).png)
Friday, October 22, 2021
Action
TAKE ACTION: Call on Congress to Ensure Long-term Protections for our New Afghan Neighbors
![[ai] The White House, a large white neoclassical building, is seen from a grassy area with manicured lawns and colorful flower beds in the foreground, under a clear blue sky with a few clouds. [ai] The White House, a large white neoclassical building, is seen from a grassy area with manicured lawns and colorful flower beds in the foreground, under a clear blue sky with a few clouds.](/Res/250/pexels-photo-129112 (1) 2.jpeg)
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Post
The Advocates Signs on to Letter Condemning the Remain in Mexico Program
![[ai] A U.S. Border Patrol vehicle parked on the side of a highway. The car features a green stripe and the words 'BORDER PATROL' on the side, with a blurred view of another vehicle in the foreground. [ai] A U.S. Border Patrol vehicle parked on the side of a highway. The car features a green stripe and the words 'BORDER PATROL' on the side, with a blurred view of another vehicle in the foreground.](/Res/250/U.S._Border_Patrol_Chevrolet_Caprice_San_Diego_Fwy.jpg)
Monday, September 27, 2021
Post
The Advocates Joins Call for Accountability for Border Patrol Abuses in Del Rio, Texas
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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Action
Don't Trade Off Human Rights in Budget Reconciliation Immigration Negotiations
![[ai] The facade of a neoclassical building featuring tall columns and a triangular pediment with sculptural reliefs. The inscription "EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW" is visible above the entrance, against a clear blue sky. [ai] The facade of a neoclassical building featuring tall columns and a triangular pediment with sculptural reliefs. The inscription "EQUAL JUSTICE UNDER LAW" is visible above the entrance, against a clear blue sky.](/Res/250/US Supreme Court.png)
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Press Release
Supreme Court's Decision on MPP Leaves Asylum Seekers at Risk
![[ai] A child riding a small bicycle in a temporary camp with tents scattered on the ground. A few adults can be seen inside one of the tents. In the corner, there is a logo for 'The Advocates for Human Rights' and the text '#EvacuateNow'. [ai] A child riding a small bicycle in a temporary camp with tents scattered on the ground. A few adults can be seen inside one of the tents. In the corner, there is a logo for 'The Advocates for Human Rights' and the text '#EvacuateNow'.](/Res/250/_EvacuateNow - web news image 3.png)
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
Post
Afghan Refugee Protection Priorities Must Include Women's Rights Defenders
![[ai] A woman in a purple headscarf bathing a child in a basin outside in a makeshift camp with tents in the background. The ground is dry and dusty, with a few buckets and scattered belongings visible. [ai] A woman in a purple headscarf bathing a child in a basin outside in a makeshift camp with tents in the background. The ground is dry and dusty, with a few buckets and scattered belongings visible.](/Res/250/pexels-ahmed-akacha-7385905.jpg)
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
Press Release
The Advocates Calls on President to Uphold Human Rights in Afghanistan Withdrawal
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Tuesday, August 17, 2021
Post
Biden Administration Must Act to Prevent Resumption of Remain in Mexico Policy
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Thursday, August 12, 2021
Post
The Advocates Joins in Call for Effective Implementation of Liberian Immigration Program
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Monday, August 9, 2021
Action
Comments on DHS Trafficking Victim Protection Regulations Due September 14
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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Press Release
The Advocates Joins #WelcomeWithDignity Campaign in Calling for End to Title 42
![[ai] A formal letter addressed to Alejandro N. Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, discussing asylum policies and concerns regarding improper detention of individuals seeking protection in the U.S. [ai] A formal letter addressed to Alejandro N. Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, discussing asylum policies and concerns regarding improper detention of individuals seeking protection in the U.S.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-07-22 at 12.50.24 PM.png)
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Action
The Biden Admin must not use SCOTUS decision to justify arbitrary detention
![[ai] Logo for the Center for Gender & Refugee Studies (CGRS) at the top, with a blue section below stating "Don & Arvonne Fraser Human Rights Award" and the word "RECIPIENT", accompanied by an emblem with colorful silhouettes. [ai] Logo for the Center for Gender & Refugee Studies (CGRS) at the top, with a blue section below stating "Don & Arvonne Fraser Human Rights Award" and the word "RECIPIENT", accompanied by an emblem with colorful silhouettes.](/Res/250/cgrs-banner-1 2.jpg)
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Post
The Center for Gender & Refugee Studies: A 2021 Don & Arvonne Fraser Human Rights Award Winner
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Friday, June 18, 2021
Profile
The Stinson Rapid Response Regulation Team: A 2021 Volunteer Award Recipient
![[ai] A memorandum dated June 16, 2021, from Vanita Gupta, Associate Attorney General, regarding the impact of Attorney General decisions in immigration matters. The document outlines the vacated decisions and instructions for Immigration Judges. [ai] A memorandum dated June 16, 2021, from Vanita Gupta, Associate Attorney General, regarding the impact of Attorney General decisions in immigration matters. The document outlines the vacated decisions and instructions for Immigration Judges.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-06-22 at 9.31.10 AM.png)
Thursday, June 17, 2021
Press Release
The Advocates Celebrates Decision to Restore Asylum Protections
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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Action
#WelcomeWithDignity Campaign to Transform Protection of People Forced to Flee
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Sunday, April 18, 2021
Press Release
Disappointing Refugee Admissions Announcement by Biden Administration
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Wednesday, March 3, 2021
Press Release
New Report Documents Human Rights Failures in Minnesota Jails
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Post
The Advocates Welcomes First Steps, Calls for Sustained Commitment to Human Rights
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Press Release
New Vision for Immigration Policy Needed as Biden Administration Takes the Helm
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Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Post
Why Forced Sterilization in Immigration Detention is a Bellwether for Human Rights Abuses
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
Post
The Advocates Submits Testimony Supporting COVID-19 Relief for All Minnesotans
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Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Post
The Advocates For Human Rights Condemns President Trump’s Intention to Halt Immigration
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Press Release
The Advocates for Human Rights Condemns President Trump’s Executive Order to Halt Immigration
Thursday, March 19, 2020
Post
The Advocates for Human Rights Condemns U.S. Move to Block Asylum Seekers
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Friday, December 13, 2019
Press Release
The Advocates for Human Rights stands with Governor Tim Walz
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Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Post
Representing Women Seeking Asylum in the US: Gender-Based Persecution
Friday, June 15, 2018
Post
Why Sessions’ Ruling On Asylum Is So Devastating for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence
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Friday, June 15, 2018
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“Zero-Tolerance” Policy, in Tearing Families Apart, is Inhumane and Illegal
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Post
Welcome Home Series: English-Speaking Cameroonians Work to Highlight Human Rights Abuses
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Thursday, December 21, 2017
Profile
What’s it like to be an Advocate for Human Rights? An interview with Courtnie Gore
Wednesday, December 20, 2017
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Bringing stories of women and children fleeing violence to the international stage
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Thursday, January 23, 2014
Profile
At 12 Years Old, He Lost His Family; As an Adult, He Gained Asylum