Closing the Justice Gap: Prioritizing Legal Access for Immigrants

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This statement for the record was submitted as a part of the July 9th 2024 hearing by the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary, titled “Closing the Justice Gap: How to Make the Civil Justice System Accessible to All Americans.” The statement emphasizes the urgent civil legal needs of immigrants and their families, drawing attention to the significant barriers to accessing qualified legal representation. UnidosUS highlight the overwhelming demand for legal services that far exceeds available resources, advocating for necessary investments in innovative solutions to bridge the justice gap. By improving access to effective legal assistance, we can ensure fair, just, and accessible immigration processes for all.

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UnidosUS and CLINIC: Scaling Through Partnership

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In 2014, UnidosUS and the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC) formed a partnership aimed at increasing the capacity of UnidosUS Affiliates to provide immigration legal services, leveraging CLINIC’s expertise and UnidosUS Affiliates’ existing programs serving millions of Latinos annually.

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