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ASISTA is a national network of attorneys and advocates working at the intersection of immigration and gender-based violence. Through policy change and legal support, we are challenging the oppressive systems that endanger survivors. www.asistahelp.org

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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
As we celebrate Juneteenth, we can't overlook the #racism that pervades the US #immigration system, creating particular hardships for #Black #immigrant survivors. Check out this practice advisory that addresses the impact of anti-Blackness on immigrant survivors. irp.cdn-website.com/34cc5eb4/fil...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
ASISTA collaborated w/Tahirih Justice Center, AIS @immigrantsurvivors.bsky.social & Futures Without Violence to prepare an overview of federal healthcare benefits still available to noncitizen survivors despite the extensive changes contained in H.R. 1. Check it out: drive.google.com/file/d/1xQI3...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Check out ASISTA's new resource: drive.google.com/file/d/16kkC... ASISTA collaborated w/ILRC, CAST & the Survivor Justice Center to prepare a practice alert describing the potential benefits to #immigrant #survivors of the new federal Trafficking Survivors Relief Act, which became law on 1/23/26.
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
ASISTA Celebrates Pride Month!❤️
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Don't miss out on the valuable info from our April webinar, "Hot Topics: Overcoming New Barriers to Survivor-Based Relief." Purchase the recording: secure.asistahelp.org/np/clients/a...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Susanna, an #immigrant #survivor, is the mother of 3 children, ages 10, 3 & 5 months old. Her son's father was abusive to Susanna. ASISTA provided her attorney with arguments to consider in the motion to terminate Susanna's removal #proceedings. Stand for Justice! secure.asistahelp.org/campaigns/161
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
The ASISTA Board of Directors has appointed Juan Pablo Berrizbeitia as Executive Directo. “We are thrilled to welcome Juan Pablo Berrizbeitia as ASISTA’s next Executive Director,” said Barbara Camacho, Board Chair at ASISTA. Read our press release: www.asistahelp.org/asista-annou...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
HELP IMMIGRANT SURVIVORS ACCESS JUSTICE!❤️ Help #ASISTA continue to meet the moment & support the #practitioners & #advocates that are fighting alongside us to ensure #immigrant #survivors are safe, secure and receiving #justice! Stand for Justice & double your impact! Donate: lnkd.in/ef5USqw2
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
ASISTA's co-founder Gail Pendleton will match every donation up to $25K for our spring campaign thru 6/30/26. Thanks to Gail, your gift will have TWICE the impact, offering #immigrant #survivors & their children hope and #justice! Stand for justice: secure.asistahelp.org/forms/donate...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Double your impact today & Stand for Justice! Make a difference for #immigrant #survivors of #domestic #abuse by supporting the life-changing work we do. Changing laws/policies continue to limit protections for immigrant survivors, as they live in fear & face incredible odds. lnkd.in/ef5USqw2
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
This month, we celebrate 25 years of incredible achievements by the #SAAM movement! ASISTA thanks the founders & all of the individuals who have worked and continue to work on behalf of survivors. Visit www.nsvrc.org for more info.
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Protecting the #rights of #immigrant #survivors & their children is at the core of our mission. We help expand the capacity of #attorneys & #advocates serving immigrant survivors. Stand for Justice for immigrant survivors! Donate Today: secure.asistahelp.org/forms/donate...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Immigrant Survivors Seek Justice! Join ASISTA, at this critical moment, and Stand for Justice for #immigrant #survivors! Your support helps to advance our work to strengthen the safety, dignity & rights of immigrant survivors. lnkd.in/ef5USqw2 Thank you! We could not do our work without you!
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
On 1/23/26, the federal Trafficking Survivors’ Relief Act of 2026 (TSRA) became law. The TSRA provides a federal remedy for #trafficking #survivors to obtain relief from #criminal records stemming directly from their #exploitation. Click here to read more: asistahelp.org/wp-content/u...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Be a Beacon of Hope for #immigrant #survivors! Join our Standing for Justice Campaign and become part of a growing national movement. Your voice matters and your solidarity matters. secure.asistahelp.org/campaigns/161 Thank you, as we could not do our work without generous supporters, like you!
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Immigrant survivors show great courage while healing from trauma, caring for their families & navigating a complex path toward safety, stability & #citizenship. Join our Standing for Justice national campaign to support our work & to help #immigrant #survivors! Thank you! Visit: lnkd.in/ef5USqw2
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
LAST DAY TO REGISTER! Join ASISTA and our speakers for discussions around the #legal bases for requesting an inadmissibility waiver from an IJ and the reasons it could benefit your client. Register today: secure.asistahelp.org/np/clients/a... #immigration #immigrationlawyer #immigrantsurvivors
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
#immigration #immigrationattorneys #Immigrationlawyers #Socialjustice #Justice #Immigrationlaw #Immigrantsurvivors
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Join ASISTA & our speakers for discussions around the #legal bases for requesting an inadmissibility waiver from an IJ and the reasons it could benefit your client. Register today: secure.asistahelp.org/np/clients/a... #immigration #immigrationlawyer #immigrationlaw #immigrantsurvivors
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Voting closes tomorrow, 2/18 at 12pm EST Help us get to the finish line & vote for ASISTA's video! Charities with the most votes receive a Project for Awesome donation. Video link to vote: projectforawesome.com/videos/don-t... Easy & fun way to support immigrant survivors & ASISTA's work!
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
VOTE FOR ASISTA'S VIDEO: projectforawesome.com/videos/don-t... This is a free, fun & easy way to help immigrant survivors & support ASISTA! Click our video link above (red "Vote for charity" button) to cast your vote by February 18th. Please spread the word!
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
VOTE FOR ASISTA'S VIDEO FOR PROJECT 4 AWESOME 2026 projectforawesome.com/videos/don-t... We're asking for your vote to help us win again this year! This is a free, fun & easy way to support immigrant survivors. Just go to our video link above & vote by 2/18 at noon ET. Please spread the word!
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
LAST DAY TO REGISTER! secure.asistahelp.org/np/clients/a... Don't miss this 2-day conference for attorneys & DOJ Accredited Representatives who have experience or interest in working with #immigrant survivors of sexual assault, #domesticviolence, #humantrafficking or other crimes.
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Check out the Alliance for Immigrant Survivor’s report, “Fear and Silence: 2025 Insights from Advocates for Immigrant Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Human Trafficking.” Please share! bsky.app/profile/immi...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
New Leadership Opportunity Serving Immigrant Survivors of Violence. Check out the job description: asistahelp.org/wp-content/u... Check put the additional requirements: asistahelp.org/wp-content/u...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
Imagine fleeing abuse at home, only to be hunted down by ICE at the domestic violence shelter. Thank you to @motherjones.com for shining a light on this completely preventable nightmare now unfolding. Our Legal & Policy Director, Cristina Velez, shares some thoughts in the article.
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
So proud to be one of the winners of #P4A2025! Huge thanks to the good people @projectforawesome.bsky.social & everyone who voted for ASISTA. You're fueling safety & justice for immigrant survivors of domestic violence & sexual assault, today & into the future. We're grateful & energized!
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Maureen Johnson @maureenjohnsonbooks.com · 14/02/2025
ASISTA needs your help more than ever. ASISTA is the charity I've been telling you about that helps persons without documentation who are victims of domestic and sexual violence. Here is a FREE thing you can do! Vote for ASISTA at #P4A2025! projectforawesome.com/watch?v=a1w7...
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ASISTA @asista.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Have you voted for ASISTA's video yet? Charities with the most votes receive the funds during Project for Awesome. The time is now...to vote. #p4a2025 shorturl.at/2t8TW
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