Neighbor Support + Resources

Sphyrnas LLC
Jan 22
3 min read

Updated: Mar 27

As we begin a new year under a new administration we wanted to create a resource list for anyone that find them useful. Please note these organizations have materials available in several languages so we encourage you to share the one(s) that are most useful to your community.

Get creative and use your own skills to help however you can! From organizing carpools for your neighbors to donating regularly to mutual aid or community aid groups, please know- there are many ways to help your family, friends and community. Action is the best way to combat despair or apathy.

LEARN MORE:

WE HAVE RIGHTS - an empowerment campaign to prepare for and safely defend our rights during encounters with Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE). Provides resources and materials in many languages!

Create an Emergency Plan

See Shareable Guides

How to Document ICE

Mobile filming tips

UNHCR - @refugees

A global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for people forced to flee their homes because of conflict and persecution. Learn more about current needs, campaigns and how to TAKE ACTION.

USA Online Detainee Locator System - Use this page to locate a detainee who is currently in ICE custody or who has been in U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s custody for more than 48 hours. Site available in many languages; *cannot search for persons under the age of 18.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT & GENERAL AID/RESOURCES:

The Celebration National Foundation - @celebrationnationorg

Non-profit to inform and uplift the Indigenous/Latino community through nutrition, education and resources. Hablamos Español.

See Available Programs

Haitian Bridge Alliance - @haitianbridge

Non-profit organization that advocates for fair and humane immigration policies and connects migrants with humanitarian, legal, and social services — with a particular focus on Black migrants, the Haitian community, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and survivors of torture.

See More Resources

Immigo - @immigorg

Servicing, educating, and empowering through programs+accessible resources. We deliver necessary items & create civic engagement opportunities. Immigration, Naturalization & resources. Inmigración, Naturalización y recursos. Hablamos Español.

See Available Programs

Immigrant Legal Resource Center - @the_ilrc

The ILRC is a national organization providing legal trainings, educational materials, and policy advocacy in immigration law.

The ILRC’s Red Cards help people assert their rights and defend themselves in many situations, such as when ICE agents go to a home.

Find and print your own Red Cards HERE

ILRC Community Resources

Immigration Defense Project - @immdefense

Working to secure fairness and justice for immigrants in the United States. Resources and helpful materials available in many languages!

HELPFUL INFORMATION IF...

Find more shareable materials, available in more languages HERE

Operation Rainbow Bridge - Download the app

Available field teams and technical teams to assist in transitioning displaced Navajo tribal members to legitimate service providers or back home to the Navajo Nation.

See ORB Resources

Transgender Law Center- @translawcenter

Non-profit keeping trans & gender nonconforming people alive, thriving, & fighting for liberation.

Know Your Rights as a Transgender or Gender Non-Conforming (TGNC) Immigrant. See the full guide HERE

Find More Resources

LEGAL AID:

Brooklyn Defender Services - @bklyndefender

Criminal, Family, Immigration and Civil Defense. Free of charge. *At the current time, BDS’ physical offices are open by appointment only. If you are a current client of BDS, contact your lawyer, social worker, or other staff for an appointment.

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK

phone: (718) 254-0700

email: info@bds.org