2017 NLADA Annual Conference

Improve the lives of the immigrant families you serve beyond direct legal assistance! Participants in this workshop will develop specific ideas and acquire concrete tools to empower their clients to become advocates for themselves, their families, and their communities. As providers of critical legal and social services to immigrant and mixed-status families, NLADA members are acutely aware of the challenges these communities face and are uniquely positioned to deliver resources to empower individuals and families to advocate for themselves and their communities. While Executive Orders on immigration and other federal policies spread fear and anxiety among immigrants and receiving communities, there is also much to be done at the personal and local level. This workshop is designed to inspire, educate, and equip equal justice professionals with specific ideas and strategies for converting clients into powerful advocates capable of defending themselves, preparing their families, and persuading local governments to welcome and integrate immigrant communities.