Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates

The American Dream and Promise Act of 2025 is back! This crucial legislation offers a pathway to citizenship for millions of Dreamers, TPS holders, and DED recipients. But we need your voice to make it happen! Learn more about it on our blog! https://lnkd.in/gVN9nUdG

Join Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates and local faith leaders for an informative session on immigration and the role of the church in a changing landscape. This session will provide updates on U.S. immigration policy, Know Your Rights information, and the specific needs of the immigrant community in West Michigan. Whether your church is already engaged or simply exploring how to respond, this event will offer non-partisan insights into immigration and meaningful ways to support immigrants. $10 per ticket, RSVP required. Register at https://lnkd.in/gZDGC8z7

Many businesses, organizations, and passionate community members want to be informed about immigrant advocacy and have been reaching out to learn more about what they can do! If you have questions about booking a "Know Your Rights" presentation, we have a web page for you to check out! https://lnkd.in/g_qk7DXr

LIA has been busy, and while there is much work to do, there is much to celebrate! We want to see our fellow Lightkeepers learning and celebrating with us! We have official dates for our main events, and we hope you can make it!! Stay tuned for event specific details as the dates approach! #immigrantadvocates #celebrateimmigrants #laluchasigue

Sorry for any inconvenience. We will return to our normally scheduled hours on Tuesday, March 4th. Thank you for your understanding.

Kiely was one of our original employees, and we are so honored that she returned to work with us one year ago. Thank you for being a part of our team! Your dedication and exceptional work ethic continue to inspire us, just as they did from the very beginning.

Our community has shown incredible support for immigrant families, demonstrating the true spirit of compassion and unity. While LIA is busy providing legal services, there are still powerful ways to help - from regular volunteering in admin roles to supporting immigrants in your personal network. Check out our latest blog post to learn how you can make a meaningful difference in an immigrant family's life today! https://lnkd.in/gj7GnXT3 #WestMichiganUnited #SupportImmigrants #Laluchasigue

We had the honor to be a part of the Hope College International Food Festival, where we were spoiled with fantastic food options from the college's International Relations Club. Thank you, @irc_hopecollege, for having us!!

Children who arrive unaccompanied by parents or legal guardians have often survived targeted violence, abuse, abandonment, persecution, or trafficking. A child can't understand their legal options or successfully navigate complex legal proceedings alone without a specialized children’s rights attorney. But this week, the government froze legal services for unaccompanied children, leaving over 26,000 children without access to legal counsel. This strands children, some as young as toddlers, without the help they need to succeed in their immigration cases. The Unaccompanied Children Program is essential to making sure that vulnerable children are not alone, and have the legal representation and support they need to be empowered and informed. Contact your members of Congress and demand a restoration to these life-saving services. #immigrantadvocates #immigrantrights #laluchasigue https://lnkd.in/gHKrBWxD

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to our volunteers and our sponsors at Latin Americans United for Progress for their generous support. Additionally, we are deeply thankful to those who have contributed refreshments and hand warmers, ensuring our volunteers feel valued and comfortable throughout the event. Your collective efforts and contributions are instrumental in making this initiative a success. Together, we are making a meaningful impact in our community. #kyr #laluchasigue