Resources
Access a curated collection of resources dedicated to immigrant rights and support. This includes official policy updates from leading organizations, vital Know Your Rights information, and specific tools for immigrant families, students, advocates, and educators.
Latest Policy Updates
Stay informed on evolving civil rights and immigration policies through trusted advocacy organizations. These organizations provide up-to-date information, legal insights, and policy analysis impacting communities across Texas and beyond:
ACLU of Texas - Civil liberties and constitutional rights in Texas.
Immigrant Legal Resource Center - Immigrant legal policy and advocacy nationwide.
Texas Immigrant Law Council - Advocates for immigrant rights through resources and public policy work in Texas.
Texas Civil Rights Project - Civil rights advocacy in Texas.
Know your rights - Updates & Resources
Access practical tools and guides designed to help individuals understand and assert their legal rights, particularly in interactions with law enforcement and immigration authorities. These resources support community preparedness through education and multilingual materials.
Texas ACLU - Understand your rights in encounters with police, ICE, and other authorities.
Judicial Vs. Administrative Warrants - Identify crucial differences and learn how they affect your legal protections.
Know Your Rights & Immigration Rapid Response Resource Guide - A quick-access toolkit for responding to immigration enforcement actions.
Family Preparedness Plan - Spanish - A Spanish-language guide to help families plan for potential immigration-related emergencies.
Red Cards - Carry cards that assert your rights during encounters with immigration officers.
Index of Texas KYR and Family Preparedness Resources - A comprehensive list of Know Your Rights and planning tools tailored to Texas communities.
Educator Resource
Supportive tools and guidance for educators working with immigrant and refugee students and their families. These resources offer legal context, culturally responsive strategies, and actionable steps for creating safe and inclusive school environments.
Educator Resource Guide Supporting Immigrant Students & Families - A practical guide for educators navigating the needs of immigrant communities in schools.
Immigrant and Refugee Children: A Guide for Educators and School Support Staff: A comprehensive guide, advice, and best practices for supporting undocumented and refugee students as educators.
Texas K-12 Educator Tool Kit - A resource tailored to Texas educators to help ensure schools remain safe and supportive for all students, regardless of immigration status.
Youth college resources
Resources designed to support undocumented students and Dreamers in accessing higher education opportunities in Texas. These tools offer scholarship information, policy guidance, and advocacy materials to help students navigate barriers to college.
Dreamers Avenue Scholarship Database - A list of scholarships available to undocumented and DACA-eligible students.
Texas Dream Act Tool Kit - A resource outlining rights, eligibility, and advocacy strategies under the Texas Dream Act.
Beware of Notario fraud
What is Notario Fraud?
Public notaries are individuals who are authorized to serve as witnesses in the signing of documents in order to ensure the document’s valid execution. These individuals are able to oversee the signing of important documents, administer oaths, and confirm willingness of both parties; however, contrary to common beliefs, public notaries are not allowed to provide legal advice nor services. This misconception arises from the common belief that these individuals are qualified to give legal advice, as in Mexico and other Latin American countries, public notaries or “notarios publicos” usually receive the equivalent to a law license there. This direct translation allows for enough room for public notaries to exploit this trust.
Notario fraud occurs when unqualified individuals misappropriately represent themselves as qualified to offer legal advice and services. These individuals may present themselves by saying: • They are a lawyer • They can represent clients before USCIS • They can prepare legal documents • They are a legal assistant • They have a court license • They promise a work permit or say you qualify for a 10-year visa Misrepresentation by these individuals can often lead to catastrophic mistakes for an immigration case and thus negatively impact immigrants, as they are more likely to miss important deadlines, file incorrect or incomplete forms, and even file false claims to the government.
Red Flags
Always be cautious with individuals who: • Promises fast-papers or solutions. • Guarantees specific outcomes. • Has no legitimate credentials. • Does not provide copies of written agreements or receipts. • Pressures you into making quick decisions. • Has “cheap” prices but charges high upfront fees. • Encourages lying on applications.
How to avoid being a victim
• Always ensure the person you’re working with has the appropriate credentials to legally represent you. Do not hire a public notary to represent your immigration case. • Always be cautious with individuals who ask for a payment before having a way to apply. • Never sign anything without reading or fully comprehending it. • Ensure you always receive copies of any documents, applications or receipts of your immigration case. Make sure to always ask an attorney: • “How much would it cost to represent my case overall?” • “Do you offer payment plans?” • “Can I have copies of all the documents submitted?” • “Can I have a written contract that explains services?” A good attorney will always explain everything clearly, give you adequate time to ask questions, provide copies of documents, receipts, and written contracts, and is always honest about the options available for your case, even if they might not be favorable.
What should I do if I have been affected?
Step 1: Gather everything the notary or notario gave you (receipts, business cards, copies of signed documents, etc.). Make copies of everything. Step 2: Check your case with USCIS. Make sure you stay up to date on your case, and do not ignore any letters from USCIS or the court. You can call USCIS at 1-800-373-5283 and ask to verify if you have a pending asylum case. Step 3: Find a trusted attorney. Confirm they are licensed by asking for their license and verifying it online at www.texasbar.com/findalawyer, and see if the attorney is licensed in Texas. You can also search for accredited DOJ representatives on www.justice.gov/eoir/recognition-accreditation-roster-reports Resources: Visit https://stopnotariofraud.org/victims-needing-help/
Who should I contact for my immigration case?
Visit ailalawyer.com to look for trusted attorneys that can represent your case.
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