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Training Video: Trauma-Informed, Pro Bono Representation of Survivors of Human Trafficking, 10/26/24

NIJC pro bono attorney training: representing and preparing cases for human trafficking survivors 10/26/24. Video intended for legal practitioners; NIJC does not condone the unauthorized law practice.

www.youtube.com/embed/rmNA3OenAJI

10/31/24

Training Webinars

Training for Attorneys: Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (Part 2)

SIJS

Training for attorneys about Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS). Part 2 reviews filing with USCIS, including Form I-360, deferred action, and adjustment of status to obtain a green card.

youtube.com/embed/ReHn82fX3S0

09/30/24

Training Webinars

Training for Attorneys: Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (Part 1)

SIJS

Training for attorneys about Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), an immigration relief for children who have been abused or abandoned. Experts give an overview & how to obtain predicate orders.

youtube.com/embed/9SMcKyacILc?si=V9YQzclRL8LytAgU

09/13/24

Training Webinars

NIJC's Asylum Pride Training for Pro Bono Attorneys, June 2024

Asylum
LGBTQ

This Pride Month, the National Immigrant Justice Center, engaged with pro bono attorneys who are interested in representing an asylum case for a member of the LGBTQ+ community in immigration court.

youtube.com/embed/8azDOxRVGqU?si=fGAvtpyDFbEnsevA

08/08/24

Training Webinars

Special Immigrant Juvenile Status: A Pro Bono Training for Custody Cases in IL, June 2024

Child
SIJS

NIJC experts present the process for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status custody cases in Illinois. This training was part of a pro bono clinic.

youtube.com/embed/eYWNBatrupk

07/02/24

Training Webinars

NIJC Pro Bono Orientation: Representing Pro Bono Clients for U Visa and VAWA protections

U Visa
VAWA

Immigrants are a part of the fabric of our community. Some of them are also survivors of crimes committed in the U.S. This is an orientation for pro bono attorneys interested in supporting the NIJC U Visa and/or VAWA pro bono program.

youtube.com/embed/2E2eR1vcR9w?si=PWV1EfV0dMAVQJcE

05/14/24

Training Webinars

SIJS Training for Pro Bono Attorneys - Feb. 2024

SIJS

SIJS is a form of protection available to immigrant children who have suffered abuse, abandonment, or neglect by a parent. Participants will learn how to file these cases in different types of courts. This training was part of a pro bono clinic.

youtube.com/embed/SJZsB1ic8N4

03/13/24

Training Webinars

NIJC Asylum Training For Pro Bono Attorneys, Oct. 2023

Asylum
LGBTQ

Experts from the National Immigrant Justice Center train pro bono attorneys how to prepare and present a defensive asylum case. In this 2.5 hour training we talk about what is asylum, how to prepare your case, tips on working with asylum seekers and practical steps to presenting your case.

youtube.com/embed/ip_-LSfin1Q

10/13/23

Training Webinars

Working With Interpreters On Pro Bono Immigration Matters: A Training For Attorneys, April 2023

Working with an interpreter may feel like an extra layer to an already complex pro bono immigration matter. This training is for pro bono attorneys to learn and discuss tips on making the experience successful for you, your client and the interpreter.

youtube.com/embed/qWmVeNHuMNw

04/21/23

Training Webinars

NIJC Training for Pro Bono Language Volunteers, April 2023

If you are, or desire to be, a volunteer interpreter for a pro bono immigration matter join us virtually to discuss practices for a successful experience.

youtube.com/embed/949LCQyPMs8

04/19/23

Training Webinars

Pro Bono Training: Representing Immigrant Survivors Eligible for U Visas, April 2023

U Visa

NIJC staff prepares pro bono attorneys to assist immigrants victims of crimes who are eligible to petition for a U Visa.

youtube.com/embed/eO5aJILebG8

04/04/23

Training Webinars

Pro Bono Training: Representing Immigrant Survivors Of Domestic Violence (VAWA), March 2023

VAWA

NIJC prepares pro bono attorneys to assist immigrant survivors of domestic violence who are eligible to petition for protection under the VAWA. This training also includes practical tips for trauma-informed lawyering with survivors of domestic violence.

youtube.com/embed/VUWIBgFaXtI

03/09/23

Training Webinars

LGBTQ: Asylum Pride Training Part II: Preparing and Presenting an Asylum Case

Asylum
LGBTQ

This is the second part of a two-part virtual, pro bono asylum training led by experts from
the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC).

youtube.com/embed/S9jvsUo7FY0

06/30/22

Training Webinars

LGBTQ: Asylum Pride Training Part I: The Basics of Asylum Law

Asylum
LGBTQ

This is the first part of a two-part virtual, pro bono asylum training led by experts from the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC).

youtube.com/embed/nAoLzckdxck

06/28/22

Training Webinars

SIJS: Celebration of Extension of SIJS in Illinois, September 14, 2021

SIJS

This training webinar discusses aspects of a new Illinois law extending the age of protection from 18 years old to 21 years old for immigrants eligible for SIJS.

youtube.com/embed/E8xGnTWDeos

04/28/22

Training Webinars

NIJC 2019 Summer Asylum Series: Connecting with Clients

NIJC and the Kovler Center partner to present practical information on "Connecting with Clients" or trauma-informed lawyering for pro bono attorneys that work with survivors of trauma and toxic stress

youtube.com/embed/8hQfm5_9z70

11/11/19