CLAIM – Community Legal Action & Immigrant Mobilization
CLAIM is UNA’s comprehensive initiative to protect, empower, and uplift immigrant communities. Through direct services, community education, and advocacy, CLAIM fosters safety, preparedness, and justice especially for families most impacted by immigration enforcement.
Know Your Rights
UNA’s Know Your Rights workshops educate immigrant communities on what to do if confronted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at work, at home, or in public spaces.
Led by trusted Promotoras and Promotores, these trainings help community members understand their constitutional rights and prepare for unexpected encounters.
LAC – Línea de Alerta Comunitaria (Rapid Response)
LAC is a secure, rapid-response communication tool where community members can report ICE activity or related incidents.
Using the Signal App, which offers state-of-the-art encrypted messaging, LAC promotes:
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Community safety through shared alerts
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Neighborhood accountability and collaboration
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Real-time communication across our immigrant safety network
Immigration Resource Access
CLAIM connects families to trusted, relevant immigration support, including:
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Free Notary Services
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Immigration Attorneys
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Legal Consultations
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Housing & Shelter Referrals
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Food Banks
Safety Planning
UNA supports families in preparing Safety Plans—a crucial step for anyone who may face detention or separation. These plans ensure:
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Children are cared for
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Financial responsibilities are delegated
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Legal documents are in place
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Loved ones know what to do
Red Cards for Immigrant Defense
Distributed during presentations, outreach events, and monthly clinics, Red Cards from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) help individuals assert their rights in potentially harmful situations.
Everyone in the U.S. regardless of immigration status has rights under the Constitution. Red Cards are a practical and empowering tool for defending those rights.
Passport Assistance
Assistance with completing the U.S. passport applications and scheduling appointments