Immigrant Resource Hotline: 1-833-HOU-IMMI (468-4664)
The Immigrant Resource Hotline is a source of timely and accurate information about changing immigration policies and a source for referrals to legal services providers and immigrant rights organizers. The hotline is staffed by non-profit staff. Callers can get assistance Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (except holidays).
Callers can get help with:
- General questions about current immigration laws, rules, and regulations
- Rights immigrants have regarding their legal status and immigration enforcement
- Finding immigration legal services from a non-profit organization or attorney
- Reporting ICE enforcement activities
- Locating and getting legal assistance for people who have been detained
- Making referrals to the Deportation Defense Houston team, which provides free representation to detained adults in Houston area ICE facilities
The Hotline is a project of the Houston Immigration Legal Services Collaborative, Boat People SOS, BakerRipley, Catholic Charities Cabrini Center, Houston Galveston Immigrant Representation Project (GHIRP), and Memorial Assistance Ministries (MAM).
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Media Mentions
- Houston Immigrant Refugee Hotline Expanding (CW39, March 2018)
- Hours extended for Immigration Hotline. (Houston Chronicle, March 2018)
- DACA questions? ACLU’s free hotline has the answer. (abc13, March 2018)
- Immigrant Hotline Expands Hours Of Service (Houston Public Media, March 2018)
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3 events,
Comprehensive Overview of Immigration Law (COIL)
Immigration law is often described as one of the most complicated areas of practice in the United States. How can new and aspiring practitioners learn the necessary immigration law and […]
Lunch & Learn: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Lunch & Learn: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Join Daya on Monday, April 25th at noon CT to close out Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Our featured speaker, Tenaz Sunavala, will discuss digital safety for teenagers. With dating and […]
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
3 events,
Understanding the Criminal Grounds of Inadmissibility
Understanding the Criminal Grounds of Inadmissibility
This is the third webinar in the four-part series, “Selected Issues in Inadmissibility.” This webinar examines INA § 212(a)(2), the grounds of inadmissibility relating to criminal conduct. These include convictions […]
Litigation for Unaccompanied Children: Hot button issues & current litigation
Litigation for Unaccompanied Children: Hot button issues & current litigation
You are invited to join us as experts from the National Immigration Litigation Alliance (NILA) fill us in on the most recent case law impacting your children's immigration cases. NILA […]
3 events,
U Visa RFEs
U Visa RFEs
In this webinar, we will discuss the latest trends in RFEs for U visa cases, including for initial U petitions, waivers, and adjustment. Using examples, we will talk through best […]
ESL Orientation (Virtual) @ Chinese Community Center
ESL Orientation (Virtual) @ Chinese Community Center
Attend this information session to learn more about Chinese Community Center's 8 – 10 week morning and afternoon English program. ESL Orientation is offered every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month […]
2 events,
Motions to Reopen Removal Proceedings
Motions to Reopen Removal Proceedings
This webinar will provide an introduction to the legal requirements and bases for motions to reopen in front of the immigration judge or the BIA. We will discuss filing motions […]
2 events,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
5 events,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
2 events,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
4 events,
“Charlas” de Inmigración – ESPAÑOL @ Catholic Charities
* Tenga en cuenta: Consultas son con cita solamente por teléfono o Zoom durante la pandemia. Llame al (713) 595-4100 para asistencia. Charlas son sesiones de información gratis explicando leyes […]
The Family Visa Petition
The Family Visa Petition
This webinar is for legal service providers who are new to the area of family-based immigration and will focus on the basics of the family visa petition. We will cover […]
Understanding the Health, Public Charge and Security-Related Grounds of Inadmissibility
Understanding the Health, Public Charge and Security-Related Grounds of Inadmissibility
This is the last webinar in the four-part series, “Selected Issues in Inadmissibility.” This webinar will cover three important inadmissibility grounds: health-related, public charge and security-related grounds. Some of your […]
2 events,
California Pardons and Post-Conviction Relief
California Pardons and Post-Conviction Relief
Increasing attention has been paid to the importance of gubernatorial pardons as a tool to erase immigration consequences. This training will discuss when pardons are useful, how to apply, and […]
1 event,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
5 events,
Citizenship Workshop @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Workshop @ Bonding Against Adversity
Registration starts at 8:00 am. For more information, please see flyer or contact [email protected]
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
0 events,
1 event,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
2 events,
Immigration Charla – ENGLISH @ Catholic Charities
* Please note: Consultations are by appointment only by phone or Zoom during the pandemic. Call (713) 595-4100 for assistance. A Charla is a free information session explaining immigration laws […]
Asylum Claims for Young People
Asylum Claims for Young People
This webinar is a training for practitioners already familiar with asylum law that discusses the latest developments concerning asylum claims for young people. Young people face unique forms of persecution […]
1 event,
ESL Orientation (Virtual) @ Chinese Community Center
ESL Orientation (Virtual) @ Chinese Community Center
Attend this information session to learn more about Chinese Community Center's 8 – 10 week morning and afternoon English program. ESL Orientation is offered every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month […]
1 event,
Healing Art Circle
Healing Art Circle
Explore emotions and responses to current events in a safe environment utilizing art therapy exercises for the healing of racism. * To RSVP, email Helen Spaw at [email protected] For more information...
3 events,
Citizenship Information Session (Virtual) @ Chinese Community Center
Citizenship Information Session (Virtual) @ Chinese Community Center
Register online or email us for Zoom link. Learn about the process and benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen and receive help filling out the citizenship application. Sessions are held from 10 […]
Journey to Justice: Progress & Perseverance
Journey to Justice: Progress & Perseverance
You are invited to the 25th Anniversary Gala (held in-person and virtually) to honor the resiliency of immigrant survivors on their journey to justice. This year, Tahirih Justice Center is […]
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
5 events,
Citizenship Workshop @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Workshop @ Bonding Against Adversity
Registration starts at 8:00 am. For more information, please see flyer or contact [email protected]
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
0 events,
1 event,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
2 events,
“Charlas” de Inmigración – ESPAÑOL @ Catholic Charities
* Tenga en cuenta: Consultas son con cita solamente por teléfono o Zoom durante la pandemia. Llame al (713) 595-4100 para asistencia. Charlas son sesiones de información gratis explicando leyes […]
Advocating for Prosecutorial Discretion for Clients in Removal Proceedings
Advocating for Prosecutorial Discretion for Clients in Removal Proceedings
Despite the constraints of the INA, DHS has considerable discretion to limit or redirect its enforcement and removal efforts. Last fall, DHS issued new policies to guide the use of […]
0 events,
2 events,
4th Annual Texas Champions for Immigrant Youth Symposium
4th Annual Texas Champions for Immigrant Youth Symposium
The purpose of this symposium is twofold: to facilitate learning about working with children who entered the United States unaccompanied, and to spotlight and celebrate the amazing work being done […]
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status: Your Client’s I-360 Is Approved, Now What?
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status: Your Client’s I-360 Is Approved, Now What?
This webinar is intended for practitioners with some prior familiarity with special immigrant juvenile status (SIJS). This webinar will cover issues that arise after your client has been granted SIJS, […]
2 events,
4th Annual Texas Champions for Immigrant Youth Symposium
4th Annual Texas Champions for Immigrant Youth Symposium
The purpose of this symposium is twofold: to facilitate learning about working with children who entered the United States unaccompanied, and to spotlight and celebrate the amazing work being done […]
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
2 events,
Citizenship Forum @ BakerRipley
Citizenship Forum @ BakerRipley
The first 75 will receive free one-on-one citizenship application assistance. Registration is from 8:30 - 9:30 am. * Due to COVID-19, the number of applicants served is subject to change. […]
The Myth of Equality
The Myth of Equality
An examination of the experiment of democracy shaped by colonialism, religion and the caste system that allows conforming to racial oppression in society, Anguilu shares his personal account of the […]
0 events,
1 event,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
1 event,
Obstacles to TPS Eligibility
Obstacles to TPS Eligibility
While new countries have been designated for TPS, not all nationals are able to qualify even if they have been in the United States for the requisite period. This webinar […]
3 events,
Hybrid Workshops: Exploring Workshop Innovations and Considering the Future of the Group Application Assistance Model
Hybrid Workshops: Exploring Workshop Innovations and Considering the Future of the Group Application Assistance Model
Over the past two years, many non-profit legal service providers shifted their naturalization workshop models to be virtual, while others did their best to provide socially distant in-person workshops. Both […]
ESL Orientation (Virtual) @ Chinese Community Center
ESL Orientation (Virtual) @ Chinese Community Center
Attend this information session to learn more about Chinese Community Center's 8 – 10 week morning and afternoon English program. ESL Orientation is offered every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month […]
Seeking Support: Ending Mental Health Stigmas in the South Asian Community
Seeking Support: Ending Mental Health Stigmas in the South Asian Community
To honor Mental Health Awareness Month and AAPI Heritage Month, join Daya to break the stigma of mental health help and to improve the health of our community! Asian Americans […]
0 events,
1 event,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Class @ Bonding Against Adversity
* Due to COVID-19, pre-registration is required. For more information, please see flyer. To register…
1 event,
Citizenship Workshop @ Bonding Against Adversity
Citizenship Workshop @ Bonding Against Adversity
Registration starts at 8:00 am. For more information, please see flyer or contact [email protected]
0 events,
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It's easy to get overwhelmed with all this information. Here’s what we know/what to do:
- The SCOTUS opinion is a LEAKED DRAFT and NOT OFFICIAL.
- If you have an appointment, keep it.
- If you need to make an appointment, make one.