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Community Navigators

SIGN UP for the next training: Getting Good Legal Help
Tuesday, November 15 at 7:30 p.m. EST

In 2016, Disciples Immigration Legal Counsel and Refugee & Immigration Ministries began training Disciples to be Community Navigators.

Community Navigators are leaders who provide reliable information about the immigration system, help protect others from scams, and empower their communities.

To receive invitations to upcoming Community Navigators trainings, sign up for Legal Updates or follow us on Facebook.

Training Sessions

Session 1: Role of community navigators, Avoiding unauthorized practice of law, An overview of the U.S. immigration legal system

  • View session 1 in Spanish
  • View session 1 in English

Session 2: Finding good legal help, Working with a lawyer, Avoiding scams, How congregations can support someone’s legal process

  • View session 2 in English
  • Roundup of links from session 2

Session 3: TBD

  • Tell us what topics interest you

*Each session includes an update on Disciples’ latest advocacy efforts and how you can involve your community.

sailing canoe micronesiaTraditional Micronesian navigators sail thousands of miles between islands in the Pacific Ocean guided by a deep understanding of the stars, the clouds, and the sea. Community Navigators aim to expertly guide others in their communities through the often-troubled waters of immigration. Special thanks to Pastor Nerleb Likisap for sharing this inspiration with us. Photo credit: tritonfilms.com.

A ministry of
Disciples Home Missions
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

Refugee & Immigration Ministries

If you care about refugees and immigrants, there are many ways you and your congregation can get involved.
Refugee & Immigration Ministries equips Disciples to resettle new refugee families and advocate for immigrants. Contact Sharon Stanley-Rea, Director of RIM, for more information.

Recent Legal Updates

  • Stop the “Public Charge” Rule
  • Open Letter to Clients of Disciples Immigration Legal Counsel
  • Disciples Speak Out for Immigrant Children
  • It’s Been A Year
  • DACA Ending

Disclaimer

This website contains general immigration information only. It is not legal advice. Using this information does not establish an attorney-client relationship with Disciples Immigration Legal Counsel. Disciples Home Missions does not agree to represent you in your immigration case or before any government agency unless contracted expressly in writing.

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