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Dora fled gang violence in Central America and survived a dangerous journey before finding herself trapped in an abusive marriage in the United States. With help from JFAI, she is now rebuilding her independence and caring for her sons. This Giving Tuesday, you can help survivors like Dora find safety and stability.

At 66, Marina fulfilled a lifelong dream — becoming a U.S. citizen. With guidance from Justice for All Immigrants (JFAI), she turned hope into reality and now proudly calls herself an American, ready to use her voice at the ballot box.

In our September newsletter, we share Faustina’s courageous journey to safety, highlights from community and legal summits, and urgent updates on immigration changes. Together, we can help more families find the courage to say, “I feel safe.”

Faustina, a mother of three from Guatemala, found the courage to escape years of abuse and rebuild her life with the help of JFAI. From filing her asylum case to receiving her first work permit, she now looks toward a future of stability, safety, and hope for her daughters.

Zhara fled an arranged marriage only to face abuse and removal proceedings in the U.S. With JFAI’s support through a VAWA petition, she closed her case and secured permanent residency. Today, she is safe, free to work, travel, and rebuild her life.

In our August 2025 Newsletter, we share stories of resilience and community, from Zhara’s four-year fight for safety to local benefit events and staff trainings. We also highlight Citizenship Day, upcoming Big Give 2025, and important immigration news impacting families today.

When Isabel left Mexico, she hoped for safety. Instead, she lived undocumented in constant fear of deportation while caring for her son with a mental health disability. With JFAI’s help, she now has hope for safety, stability, and a future for her children.

This month, we share how JFAI is responding to rising immigration challenges with courage, compassion, and clarity—from client victories and intern spotlights to legal workshops and national policy updates.

From San Antonio to law school, Jaslene Walia brings compassion, skill, and a deep-rooted commitment to justice. This summer, she’s helping JFAI support immigrants with care and clarity.

Luis came to JFAI overwhelmed by complex immigration paperwork. With patience and empathy, attorney Esther Oni helped turn fear into confidence—guiding him one step closer to citizenship.

As immigration policies grow harsher, JFAI continues to stand strong, offering legal support, hope, and dignity to immigrant families facing fear and uncertainty.

After surviving an abusive relationship, Sami turned to JFAI for help. Now, with his VAWA application approved, he’s one step closer to living a safe, independent life in the U.S.

From legal clinics to community outreach, this month’s newsletter highlights how JFAI continues to empower immigrants through direct services, advocacy, and inspiring stories of impact across Texas.

Abby, a longtime volunteer and naturalized citizen, has dedicated over a decade to supporting JFAI’s mission. Her story is a reminder that standing up for justice begins with showing up—with love, faith, and purpose.

John, a longtime resident from Cameroon, turned to JFAI for help with his citizenship application. What he found was more than legal support—it was a path to belonging, dignity, and family reunification.

Discover how we made a difference in 2024. Our Annual Report, "Stronger Together: Paving the Way for Immigrant Rights," highlights our commitment to empowering immigrant communities with essential legal support and advocacy.

In a time of uncertainty, your unwavering support has helped JFAI raise critical funds and stand strong in its mission to provide legal services to immigrant families and children in need.

At Laughs for Legal Aid 2025, Amy, a former unaccompanied child from Honduras, shared how free legal aid transformed her life—from facing deportation to graduating magna cum laude with dreams of becoming an anesthesiologist.

Stay informed with our March Newsletter! Learn about the IRS-ICE data deal, see highlights from our citizenship workshop, and meet the incre

Sandy’s journey with JFAI reflects a heart rooted in compassion and a mind committed to justice.