Justice for Immigrants

"If we would welcome the Holy Family to our parish and provide a place where Mary could give birth to the Christ child, shouldn't we do the same in the name of Jesus to those who come to us for help?"

-Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ

"Bishop Barber joins bishops in statement on immigration"

Read the column of Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ from the March 6, 2017, edition of The Catholic Voice. This column is a response to the California bishops' stastement on immigration from USCCB.


 

"Christ and His teachings must come before our political party"

Read the column of Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ from the February 6, 2017, edition of The Catholic Voice. This column is a response to the Executive Order regarding immigration and the importance of standing by immigrants, refugees, and the migrant community.

Catholic Immigrant Support Network (CISN)

The Diocese of Oaklands CISN works to create a structured support to all parishes in the diocese that allows open, common spaces for learning, preparation, protection and advocacy of the migrant community.


 

Justice for Immigrants Campaign

U.S. Catholic bishops' Justice for Immigrants: A Journey of Hope campaign is designed to unite and mobilize a growing network of Catholic institutions, individuals, and other persons of good faith in support of a broad legalization program and comprehensive immigration reform. 
 

Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.

Embracing the Gospel value of welcoming the stranger, CLINIC promotes the dignity and protects the rights of immigrants in partnership with a dedicated network of Catholic and community legal immigration programs

 

Interfaith Coalition for Immigrant Rights

Rooted in the shared religious principles that all people have inherent worth and potential regardless of education, national origin, citizenship, or legal status, ICIR works for a healthy, inclusive California where all people are welcome and have access to full participation in the life of the community. 

USCCB Migration & Refugee Services

Grounded by our belief in Jesus Christ and Catholic teaching, Migration and Refugee Services (MRS) fulfills the commitment of the U.S. Catholic bishops to protect the life and dignity of the human person. We serve and advocate for refugees, asylees, migrants, unaccompanied children, and victims of human trafficking. 

Catholic Social Teaching

The Justice for immigrants Campaign is grounded in the social teachings of the Church. The excerpts from Catholic Social Teaching enumerate the most relevant of Catholic Social Teachings on the issue of migration. Thus, these teachings not only guide the policy recommendations of Justice for Immigrants, they also inspire believers to love your neighbor as yourself.

Stations of the Cross, The American Immigrant Experience

Based on the Scriptural Version of the Stations By Fr. Jon Pedigo, STL

Translation by Inma Gomez Project of the PACT Local Organizing Committees of St. Julie Billiart Parish, Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, St. Patrickʼ Parish of San Jose and members of St. Maryʼs Parish, Gilroy.

Justice for Immigrants Parish Resource Kit

The Justice for Immigrants Campaign has developed a series of resources that discuss a wide range of topics related to immigration.  These educational tools include information on how to reach out to the media, tips for pastors who are developing homilies on immigration related issues, and a fact sheet debunking commonly held myths that some opponents of reform claim are facts. 

Know your Rights!

Learn how to protect you and your family during immigration raids.

¡Conozca sus derechos!

Como proteger a usted y a su familia durante las redadas migratorias.

Diocese of Oakland Bay Area Nonprofit Referral for Immigration Assistance

Catholic Charities of the East Bay Immigration and Refugee Assistance

Refugees and immigrants come from around the world to the United States because of the unlimited potential to make a better life for themselves and their families. From political refugees to undocumented children, we provide services to those in need regardless of national origin or legal status. Refugees are resettled, united with long lost relatives and provided assistance in finding work and attending school. Attorneys and accredited representatives guide immigrants down the complex pathway to citizenship.

Centro de Servicios

Their mission is to help poor and low-income families secure their immediate and basic needs and rights, retain their pride and dignity and become self-sufficient and productive citizens. Centro de Servicios will assists individuals with completing immigration and citizenship papers and petitions

Centro Legal de la Raza

Centro Legal de la Raza is a comprehensive legal services agency protecting and advancing the rights of immigrant, low-income, and Latino communities through bilingual legal representation, education, and advocacy. By combining quality legal services with know-your-rights education and youth development, Centro Legal promotes access to justice for thousands of individuals and families each year throughout Northern and Central California.
 

Una Llamada Puede Salvar Tu Vida (One Call Can Save Your Life)

"Una Llamada Puede Salvar Tu Vida" (One Call Can Save Your Life), provides a hotline where people can easily report suspected cases, or get information on, Human Trafficking. Provides hotline in Spanish and focuses on Latino victims.

East Bay Sanctuary Covenant

East Bay Sanctuary Covenant is dedicated to offering sanctuary, solidarity, support, community organizing assistance, advocacy, and legal services to those escaping war, terror, political persecution, intolerance, exploitation, and other expressions of violence

Filipinos Advocates for Justice

The Mission of Filipino Advocates for Justice is to build a strong and empowered Filipino community by organizing constituents, developing leaders, providing services, and advocating for policies that promote social and economic justice and equity.

International Institute of the Bay Area (IIBA)

IIBA is a non-profit organization that provides high-quality low-cost legal immigration services to community members who need them most. This past year we helped nearly 10,000 individuals and their families with applications for citizenship, work authorization, adjustment of status, as well as with a host of other services. 

Korean Community Center of the East Bay (KCCEB) | Shimtuh - Domestic Violence Services

KCCEB has had its finger on the pulse of the cultural, social, and political fabric of the Bay Area’s Korean American community. KCCEB was established to serve the social service needs of the first large wave of Korean immigrants to the U.S. who were transitioning into American life.

Lao Family Community Development, Inc. | Social Adjustment/Citizenship Assistance Services

Lao Family's programs are diverse, but they are all designed to build community by helping families and individuals achieve self-sufficency.  Each year they deliver asset development, financial education, employment services, and family support to over 10,000 immigrants, refugees, asylees, and low-income U.S. nationals in over 20 languages. 

Spanish Speaking Citizens' Foundation (SSCF)

The mission of the Spanish Speaking Citizens’ Foundation is to help East Bay families improve their lives, embrace their heritage, and develop as civic leaders by promoting educational enrichment and civic responsibility.