Migrant Rights
Publications
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![[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 "ICOP Bulletin Thumbnail UAC 2023 (1).png")
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Report
Immigration Court Observation Project Issue Brief: Unaccompanied Children
![[ai] A courtroom sketch showing a judge in a black robe, two individuals seated, and a lawyer's desk. A man in an orange jumpsuit is speaking. Text notes on the sketch reference legal status and options.](/Res/250/Immigration Court Website News Item 2.png "Immigration Court Website News Item.png")
![[ai] A document titled "Understanding Immigration Bonds" providing information on immigration bonds, including definitions, costs, and how to ask for a bond, along with guidance on the necessity of hiring an attorney.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-04-15 at 9.00.11 AM.png "Screen Shot 2022-04-15 at 9.00.11 AM.png")
![[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 "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
![[ai] A document titled 'How to Immigrate to the United States' discussing U.S. immigration laws, temporary status, and immigration statistics for 2019, including numbers of refugees, permanent residents, and top origin countries.](/Res/250/factsheet how to immigrate.png "factsheet how to immigrate.png")
![[ai] A pamphlet titled 'The Rights of Migrants in the United States,' outlining various rights, including safety, human treatment, protection from discrimination, and access to justice for migrants. The layout includes sections on migration definitions and rights.](/Res/250/factsheet rights of migrants 2.png "factsheet rights of migrants.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 "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
![[ai] A presentation slide featuring a silhouette of the Statue of Liberty on the left and text on the right. The text reads, "The Rights of Migrants in the United States - Lesson Plan: Fleeing for Your Life" along with a note about the grade level (6-8) at the bottom.](/Res/250/grades 6-8 fleeing for your life 3.png "grades 6-8 fleeing for your life.png")
![[ai] A lesson plan cover titled "The Rights of Migrants in the United States" featuring the Statue of Liberty in a purple background. It includes the subtitle "Lesson Plan: Migrants in the Media" and specifies a grade level of 9-12.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-05-18 at 10.46.12 AM.png "Screen Shot 2022-05-18 at 10.46.12 AM.png")
![[ai] A presentation slide featuring a silhouette of the Statue of Liberty in purple. Text on the right includes 'The Rights of Migrants in the United States,' 'Lesson Plan: Traveling Suitcases,' and 'Grade Level: 3-5.'](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-07-01 at 10.46.04 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-07-01 at 10.46.04 AM.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 "imm detention covid 19 in mn.png")
Monday, March 1, 2021
Report
Immigration Detention and COVID-19: Illuminating Human Rights Concerns in Minnesota Jails
![[ai] A courtroom scene featuring a judge at the center behind a bench labeled 'IMMIGRATION COURT.' A clerk is pictured to the left, while a lawyer and a defendant are seated in front. An interpreter is visible on the right side.](/Res/250/court_sketch_stark_facts_1_2 3.jpeg "court_sketch_stark_facts_1_2.jpeg")
![[ai] A title slide for Chapter 8 of a document titled "Protection-Based Relief: Forging a Path to Permanent Status," authored by Sarah Brenes, Lindsey Greising, and Alison Griffith, published by The Advocates for Human Rights in Minneapolis.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-02-14 at 1.12.34 PM 4.png "Screen Shot 2022-02-14 at 1.12.34 PM.png")
![[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 "court_sketch_stark_facts_1_2.jpeg")
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Report
Direct from Immigration Court: Human Rights Defender Project Report on Court Observations
![[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 "bearing witness.png")
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Report
Bearing Witness in the Moment: Report from the Immigration Court Observation Project
![[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 "imm courtroom.jpeg")
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Tool or Factsheet
Understanding Your Right to an Attorney in Immigration Court
![[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 "imm courtroom.jpeg")
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Tool or Factsheet
Entendiendo tu derecho a un abogado en la Corte de Inmigracion
![[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 "matter-of-a-b-.jpg")
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Manual
![[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 "labor trafficking protocol carousel img.jpg")
Thursday, January 31, 2019
Protocol
![[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 "Teaching Immigration cover.png")
Sunday, January 1, 2017
Classroom Resource
Teaching Immigration with the Immigrant Stories Project Lesson Plans
![[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 "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 11.09.45 AM.png")
Friday, January 1, 2016
Report
![[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 "exclusion belonging.png")
Monday, April 1, 2013
Report
Moving from Exclusion to Belonging: Immigrant Rights in Minnesota Today
![[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 "energy of a nation.png")
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Classroom Resource
Energy of a Nation: Immigrants in America - A Teaching Guide for Grade 8 through Adult
![[ai] An informational newsletter titled 'Rights Sites News' promoting human rights education, featuring a section on the rights of refugees, with a quote from Swada Tahirovic. The layout includes various topics and images related to human rights.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-07 at 12.29.54 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-07 at 12.29.54 PM.png")
![[ai] An informational flyer titled "The Facts: Talking Immigration" discussing immigration statistics. Sections include contributions of immigrants, their learning of English, challenges in immigration, and tax payments.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-07 at 11.08.50 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-07 at 11.08.50 AM.png")
![[ai] A document cover titled 'Volunteer Interpreter Training Manual' with the logo of 'The Advocates for Human Rights' in the upper left corner and a purple header above.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-04-29 at 8.04.42 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-04-29 at 8.04.42 PM.png")
![[ai] A collage of images depicting various scenes in Liberia, including damaged buildings, people in a market, and crowded living conditions. The title and description at the top mention a report on country conditions and U.S. policy regarding Liberians.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.18.12 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 9.18.12 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 "Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.01.43 AM.png")
Friday, January 1, 2010
Classroom Resource
![[ai] A document titled "Voices of Iraqi Refugees" featuring lesson plans for different grade levels. The cover includes a circular logo depicting a handshake over outlines of Iraq and the U.S., alongside sections for lesson titles and grade recommendations.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.01.43 AM 4.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.01.43 AM.png")
![[ai] A digital cover titled 'Voices of Iraqi Refugees' featuring a logo with two hands shaking, representing connection. Below are lesson plans for grades K-12 with connections to refugee experiences.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.01.43 AM 5.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-31 at 11.01.43 AM.png")
![[ai] A newsletter titled "Rights Sites News" focused on human rights education, featuring an article on immigration. It contains information about the Advocates for Human Rights, their work with refugees, and educational resources.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-05-07 at 12.45.55 PM.png "Screen Shot 2021-05-07 at 12.45.55 PM.png")
![[ai] Cover page of a report titled "Journey to Safety" with the subtitle "Understanding the Barriers to Safety," featuring a simple black and white design.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.57.41 AM.png "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.57.41 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 "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
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Friday, December 10, 2004
Report
![[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 "Screen Shot 2021-03-30 at 10.14.13 AM.png")
Friday, May 1, 1992
Report
Shame in the House of Saud: Contempt for Human Rights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
![[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 "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
![[ai] A black and white image featuring the title "Oakdale Detention Center:" prominently displayed at the top, with the subtitle "The First Year of Operation" below it. The background includes faint outlines of trees.](/Res/250/oakdale detention center 2.png "oakdale detention center.png")
News
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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”
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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
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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
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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.](/Res/250/ICOP Bulletin Thumbnail UAC 2023 (2).png "[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.")
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.](/Res/250/asylum training image 6.png "[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.")
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.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events(6).png "[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.")
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Post
Advocates Archive: Moving from Exclusion to Belonging: Immigrant Rights in Minnesota Today (2014)
![[ai] A collage of images depicting informal settlements and communities, with people engaged in daily activities and laundry hanging. The bottom right corner features a logo for The Advocates for Human Rights, celebrating 40 years of advocacy.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events(4).png "[ai] A collage of images depicting informal settlements and communities, with people engaged in daily activities and laundry hanging. The bottom right corner features a logo for The Advocates for Human Rights, celebrating 40 years of advocacy.")
![[ai] Close-up of a barbed wire fence topped with metal posts, set against a muted purple background.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events(8).png "[ai] Close-up of a barbed wire fence topped with metal posts, set against a muted purple background.")
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Post
Human Rights Groups Urge President Biden to Halt Use and Defense of Asylum Ban Policy
![[ai] A graphic promoting the Afghan Adjustment Act, featuring a simple house silhouette on a blue background. Text reads, 'Pass the Afghan Adjustment Act. It's time to let Afghans who have restarted their lives here know this is home.'](/Res/250/Pass the Afghan Adjustment Act (651 × 385 px).png "[ai] A graphic promoting the Afghan Adjustment Act, featuring a simple house silhouette on a blue background. Text reads, 'Pass the Afghan Adjustment Act. It's time to let Afghans who have restarted their lives here know this is home.'")
![[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 "[ai] Logo of The Advocates for Human Rights, featuring an abstract design and the organization's name in white text on a purple background.")
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.](/Res/250/_SaveAsylumSeries (2).png "[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.")
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Press Release
Biden Administration announces plan to publish asylum ban regulations
![[ai] A collage of four images depicting social gatherings. The top left shows a speaker addressing a group, while the top right features a crowd listening intently. The bottom left highlights an intimate setting with a small group, and the bottom right presents a larger gathering.](/Res/250/Copy of Recurring events 2.png "[ai] A collage of four images depicting social gatherings. The top left shows a speaker addressing a group, while the top right features a crowd listening intently. The bottom left highlights an intimate setting with a small group, and the bottom right presents a larger gathering.")
![[ai] A sketched illustration depicting an immigration court scene with a U.S. flag in the background. The title 'Bearing Witness in the Moment' and subtitle 'Report from the Immigration Court Observation Project' are displayed prominently.](/Res/250/Bearing Witness.JPG "[ai] A sketched illustration depicting an immigration court scene with a U.S. flag in the background. The title 'Bearing Witness in the Moment' and subtitle 'Report from the Immigration Court Observation Project' are displayed prominently.")
![[ai] A young person wearing a red plaid shirt and carrying a black backpack is depicted from behind as they board a bus. Another passenger wearing a yellow and blue checkered shirt is seen in the background.](/Res/250/Migrant Child Labor CLE (1).png "[ai] A young person wearing a red plaid shirt and carrying a black backpack is depicted from behind as they board a bus. Another passenger wearing a yellow and blue checkered shirt is seen in the background.")
![[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 "[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.")
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Press Release
The Advocates Welcomes Introduction of the New Way Forward Bill
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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Press Release
The Advocates Condemns Reported Biden Administration Plans to Reinstate Family Detention
![[ai] A close-up view of a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services card showing the official seal and text, partially obscured by a white document with text in Spanish.](/Res/250/Untitled design (12).png "[ai] A close-up view of a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services card showing the official seal and text, partially obscured by a white document with text in Spanish.")
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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Post
After 20 years Minnesota poised to restore driver's licenses for all
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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Newswire February 2023: Huge Legislative Updates, Spring House Parties, Trainings & More!
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Friday, January 6, 2023
Press Release
AHR Calls on Biden Admin. to Ensure Proposed Border Policies Fully Comply with Legal Obligations
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![[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 "[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.")
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Press Release
Congress’ Omission of Afghan Adjustment Act in Spending Bill Harms Our Communities
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![[ai] Two women stand beside a decorated cake on a table outdoors. One woman is wearing a light blue dress with a white shawl, and the other is dressed in a dark coat and hat. A plate of food is visible on the table.](/Res/250/Bridget (2).jpg "[ai] Two women stand beside a decorated cake on a table outdoors. One woman is wearing a light blue dress with a white shawl, and the other is dressed in a dark coat and hat. A plate of food is visible on the table.")
![[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 "[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\".")
Thursday, November 10, 2022
Post
Human Rights Explained: Immigration Court & the Court Observation Project
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Friday, November 4, 2022
Post
Do Not Send Haitians or Other Displaced People to Detention at Guantánamo Bay
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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.](/Res/250/MicrosoftTeams-image (3).png "[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.")
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates welcomes the introduction of the Afghan Adjustment Act
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Monday, May 16, 2022
Post
Working for Welcome, Demanding Dignity for Queer, Trans, and Non-Binary People Seeking Asylum
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Thursday, April 28, 2022
Action
Call on Congress to Protect Our Afghan Allies and Neighbors: Support the Afghan Adjustment Act
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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Press Release
Temporary Protected Status No Substitute for Afghan Adjustment Act
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Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Post
The Advocates Supports Legislation to Strengthen Accountability for Labor Trafficking in Minnesota
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Thursday, February 24, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates Calls for Cessation of Hostilities, Respect for Human Rights in Ukraine
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Monday, February 7, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates Welcomes Legislation to Create Independent Immigration Courts
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Thursday, January 20, 2022
Post
The Advocates Submits Statement in House Hearing on Independent Immigration Courts
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Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Action
Take Action: Call on Congress to Eliminate Liberian Green Card Filing Deadline
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Thursday, November 4, 2021
Post
The Advocates Joins Call on DHS to Prioritize Protection, Due Process in Immigration Enforcement
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Friday, October 22, 2021
Action
TAKE ACTION: Call on Congress to Ensure Long-term Protections for our New Afghan Neighbors
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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Post
The Advocates Signs on to Letter Condemning the Remain in Mexico Program
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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
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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Press Release
Supreme Court's Decision on MPP Leaves Asylum Seekers at Risk
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Tuesday, August 24, 2021
Post
Afghan Refugee Protection Priorities Must Include Women's Rights Defenders
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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
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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Action
The Biden Admin must not use SCOTUS decision to justify arbitrary detention
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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
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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
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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
![[ai] A press release from The Advocates for Human Rights, supporting Governor Tim Walz's rejection of Trump's resettlement order. The document outlines the importance of welcoming refugees and highlights related statements.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2021-06-03 at 8.57.25 PM.png "[ai] A press release from The Advocates for Human Rights, supporting Governor Tim Walz's rejection of Trump's resettlement order. The document outlines the importance of welcoming refugees and highlights related statements.")
Friday, December 13, 2019
Press Release
The Advocates for Human Rights stands with Governor Tim Walz
![[ai] A green silhouette of a person carrying several orange boxes labeled with terms related to labor trafficking, including 'Labor Trafficking,' 'Compelled Criminal Activity,' 'Unsafe Working Conditions,' 'Wage & Hour Violations,' 'Identity Theft,' 'Sexual Assault,' and 'Racial Discrimination.'](/Res/250/labor-trafficking-and-other-forms-of-victimization 2.jpg "[ai] A green silhouette of a person carrying several orange boxes labeled with terms related to labor trafficking, including 'Labor Trafficking,' 'Compelled Criminal Activity,' 'Unsafe Working Conditions,' 'Wage & Hour Violations,' 'Identity Theft,' 'Sexual Assault,' and 'Racial Discrimination.'")
![[ai] A monochrome sketch of a statue viewed from behind, showcasing flowing drapery. The figure appears to hold a book in one hand and has a crown with spikes on the head.](/Res/250/statue of liberty drawing news.jpg "[ai] A monochrome sketch of a statue viewed from behind, showcasing flowing drapery. The figure appears to hold a book in one hand and has a crown with spikes on the head.")
![[ai] A man in a karate gi and black belt sitting on the grass, surrounded by trees and a fence in the background. The image is in black and white.](/Res/250/rose dad-pic-2.jpg "[ai] A man in a karate gi and black belt sitting on the grass, surrounded by trees and a fence in the background. The image is in black and white.")
![[ai] A black and white illustration of a statue from behind, draped in flowing robes, holding a book in one hand and a torch in the other, with rays of light above its head.](/Res/250/statue of liberty drawing news 2.jpg "[ai] A black and white illustration of a statue from behind, draped in flowing robes, holding a book in one hand and a torch in the other, with rays of light above its head.")
![[ai] A woman wearing glasses and a colorful coat speaks at a conference table, with participants in the background. A sign reading 'NGOs' is visible behind her, indicating the organizational context of the event.](/Res/250/Screenshot 2021-04-05 143332.png "[ai] A woman wearing glasses and a colorful coat speaks at a conference table, with participants in the background. A sign reading 'NGOs' is visible behind her, indicating the organizational context of the event.")
![[ai] Text graphic stating 'I COME FROM ARIZONA' in bold letters, featuring decorative elements in red, blue, and beige.](/Res/250/i come from az 2.jpg "[ai] Text graphic stating 'I COME FROM ARIZONA' in bold letters, featuring decorative elements in red, blue, and beige.")
![[ai] Logo featuring a globe with a female symbol; text reads "stop violence against women" in blue letters.](/Res/250/stopvaw-graphic-for-blog 9.jpg "[ai] Logo featuring a globe with a female symbol; text reads \"stop violence against women\" in blue letters.")
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
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Representing Women Seeking Asylum in the US: Gender-Based Persecution
![[ai] A close-up portrait of a woman with a serene expression, surrounded by vibrant floral patterns and abstract elements in shades of red, green, and blue, blending with her features.](/Res/250/flora-and-fauna-web.gif "[ai] A close-up portrait of a woman with a serene expression, surrounded by vibrant floral patterns and abstract elements in shades of red, green, and blue, blending with her features.")
Friday, June 15, 2018
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Why Sessions’ Ruling On Asylum Is So Devastating for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence
![[ai] Logo of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security featuring the seal and the text "U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement." The design includes a blue eagle emblem surrounded by a circular border.](/Res/250/ice logo 4.jpg "[ai] Logo of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security featuring the seal and the text \"U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.\" The design includes a blue eagle emblem surrounded by a circular border.")
Friday, June 15, 2018
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“Zero-Tolerance” Policy, in Tearing Families Apart, is Inhumane and Illegal
![[ai] Two men unloading items from the back of a truck. One man is holding onto a mattress, while the other is reaching in to retrieve an object.](/Res/250/blog-picture-2.jpg "[ai] Two men unloading items from the back of a truck. One man is holding onto a mattress, while the other is reaching in to retrieve an object.")
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
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Welcome Home Series: English-Speaking Cameroonians Work to Highlight Human Rights Abuses
![[ai] A bar graph showing client line call statistics from July 2017 to March 2018. Total calls are represented by blue bars, and calls from or regarding detainees are shown with orange bars. Notable increases in both categories are visible over the months.](/Res/250/client-line-graph.jpg "[ai] A bar graph showing client line call statistics from July 2017 to March 2018. Total calls are represented by blue bars, and calls from or regarding detainees are shown with orange bars. Notable increases in both categories are visible over the months.")
![[ai] A woman with long dark hair and a smiling expression wears a black and gray sweater with a gold necklace, posing indoors in a modern building with bright lighting.](/Res/250/courtnie gore.jpg "[ai] A woman with long dark hair and a smiling expression wears a black and gray sweater with a gold necklace, posing indoors in a modern building with bright lighting.")
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
![[ai] A child's drawing divided into four sections. The top left shows stick figures at a party with a cake. The top right features a tree with orange and red leaves. The bottom left depicts a bear sitting beside ice cream and food. The bottom right shows a basketball hoop with a ball and text stating 'Basketball is fun.'](/Res/250/bball1.jpeg "[ai] A child's drawing divided into four sections. The top left shows stick figures at a party with a cake. The top right features a tree with orange and red leaves. The bottom left depicts a bear sitting beside ice cream and food. The bottom right shows a basketball hoop with a ball and text stating 'Basketball is fun.'")
![[ai] A collage of diverse individuals featured in an educational resource titled 'Teaching Immigration with the Immigrant Stories Project.' The layout includes images of various people and educational logos.](/Res/250/ihrc-lessons.jpeg "[ai] A collage of diverse individuals featured in an educational resource titled 'Teaching Immigration with the Immigrant Stories Project.' The layout includes images of various people and educational logos.")
![[ai] A close-up of a young woman with braided hair, speaking in a well-lit indoor setting. Text overlay states: 'Without The Advocates, Ingrid's family lives in fear.' She mentions her background from the Democratic Republic of Congo.](/Res/250/Untitled-1 2.jpg "[ai] A close-up of a young woman with braided hair, speaking in a well-lit indoor setting. Text overlay states: 'Without The Advocates, Ingrid's family lives in fear.' She mentions her background from the Democratic Republic of Congo.")
![[ai] Text graphic highlighting advocates at the UN Human Rights, focusing on spotlighting human rights issues in the United States.](/Res/250/Capture 16.PNG "[ai] Text graphic highlighting advocates at the UN Human Rights, focusing on spotlighting human rights issues in the United States.")
![[ai] A silhouette of a person's profile on a folder labeled 'Victory No. 753' with the text: 'I received asylum, but I still fear revealing my identity.' The background is a light color.](/Res/250/753_14_year_old_2.jpg "[ai] A silhouette of a person's profile on a folder labeled 'Victory No. 753' with the text: 'I received asylum, but I still fear revealing my identity.' The background is a light color.")
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Profile
At 12 Years Old, He Lost His Family; As an Adult, He Gained Asylum
![[ai] A stylized image featuring a silhouette of a person's head against a light background. Text below reads, "Torture survivor from Ethiopia granted asylum". The top of the image includes the word "VICTORY" and a file-like design labeled "Asylum Case No. 750".](/Res/250/750_mr_b_oromo_man_photo_2.jpg "[ai] A stylized image featuring a silhouette of a person's head against a light background. Text below reads, \"Torture survivor from Ethiopia granted asylum\". The top of the image includes the word \"VICTORY\" and a file-like design labeled \"Asylum Case No. 750\".")
![[ai] An illustration featuring a silhouette of a person with a textured background. The text reads: 'Some day we may meet and you will see my face. For now, I must protect my family and friends in Ethiopia.' The top displays 'Asylum Case No. 740' and 'VICTORY'.](/Res/250/740_ms_b_photo_4.jpg "[ai] An illustration featuring a silhouette of a person with a textured background. The text reads: 'Some day we may meet and you will see my face. For now, I must protect my family and friends in Ethiopia.' The top displays 'Asylum Case No. 740' and 'VICTORY'.")
![[ai] An illustration featuring a white classical building icon next to a red circle with a diagonal line over the text "SB 1070" in bold yellow letters, set against a purple background.](/Res/250/Event Website Thumbnail.png "[ai] An illustration featuring a white classical building icon next to a red circle with a diagonal line over the text \"SB 1070\" in bold yellow letters, set against a purple background.")
