We have compiled a list of some excellent websites that serve as resources for Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and those who serve them. They are linked for easy accessibility.

 TRUSTWORTHY REPORTING OF CURRENT EVENTS:


GENERAL:
Technical assistance about orientation for refugees before or after their arrival

For information and help for refugees in over 40 countries and 20 US cities

Partnership of some of the largest immigrant advocacy groups dedicated to providing resources to immigrant and refugee organizations

Through the US Department of Health & Human Services, programs and resources for refugees in the US

This organization helps individual immigrants & refugees, as well as organizations

Independent information, facts, and figures about federal immigration enforcement

To become educated about the refugee crisis around the world, and how you can help

Handbook for communities & organizations that will be supporting migrants seeking to obtain legal asylum

Government information about green cards, working, citizenship, and other tools and resources

Dedicated to teaching communities ways to be more inclusive towards immigrants
 

HELP NEAR BIRMINGHAM:

A community of day laborers, domestic workers, low-wage and immigrant workers to defend their rights in Birmingham through programs in accompaniment, deportation defense, English classes, and legal/ wage help

Network of individuals and organizations to defend the rights of immigrants in Alabama

Works to empower underserved community through education advancement, jobs, housing and healthcare programs 

For those resettling in Alabama, provides a broad range of services for resettlement, as well as case management with the goal to achieve self-sufficiency

Low cost pediatric and primary care, dental services, counseling, and mediation management

Free medical care for uninsured adults in Shelby County

A wide variety of resources for the poor and underserved including housing, emergency needs, food, and more

Advocates for immigration reform, as well as provides many resources for the underserved including assistance for food, clothes, utilities, and holiday help  

Community development and advocacy for Latino and immigrant families in Alabama through programs in economic development, citizenship and immigration, leadership development, and much more

Refugee services in Atlanta and Savannah including orientation, case management, employment, financial coaching,  youth education, and more

For the latest health information and resources in Jefferson County Free Small classes and private tutors improve literacy, provide English, computer, and citizenship classes in several locations in Jefferson County with flexible hours

A Variety of Free Services including ESL and many other classes and counseling. Assist with filling out legal applications, immigration forms & provide referrals for other services

Free English as a Second Language Classes; food pantry in Birmingham
 
Ø  Red Crescent Clinic of Alabama
The Red Crescent Clinic of Alabama is a free health clinic and is a collaborative effort by the Birmingham Islamic Society and the Association of Physicians of Pakistani-descent in North America (Alabama chapter)

Helps in a variety of areas including emergency and permanent housing, assistance with bill payments, free alcohol and drug rehab, and assistance with Christmas gifts

Countless services in education, finance, health, case management, and crisis response. Call 2-1-1 for assistance!
 
 
LEGAL & ADVOCACY:

Legal information for the poor, including how to find a lawyer and how the court system works

Advocate for change for asylum seekers, provide rapid response legal services, and connect asylum seekers through technology

Provides extensive legal services for to those who are low-income in Jefferson County

Research and analysis to improve immigration/ integration policies

Policy reform, public education, and legal services to refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and their advocates Committed to defending and expanding rights or immigrants and refugees while building alliances around the country

Free and low-cost legal services, social programs, bond assistance, and advocacy for immigrants and refugees

Advocates for the closure of Etowah Detention Center

To learn more about how to support refugees and their rights in your community

 
 
Organizations Approved for Refugee Resettlement by the U.S. State Department:

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