MIRA is pleased to announce two immigration law capacity building programs this Spring for nonprofit organizations and attorneys!

 

The training will run from March 10 to April 17 on two mornings each week (approximately 9am-1pm). You can view a tentative schedule here.

This intensive training featuring legal experts is open only to non-profit staff seeking DOJ accreditation and attorneys seeking to increase their knowledge of immigration law, and is designed to prepare individuals for DOJ accreditation. Non-profit staff will be required to submit proof of their organization’s 501(c)(3) status and a statement of intent to apply for DOJ recognition and accreditation. If you are not non-profit staff seeking accreditation or an attorney, please contact us before registering so we can help you determine if this training is appropriate for you.

A limited number of scholarships are available for staff of MIRA organizational members upon demonstration of financial need. For more information, please contact us at training@miracoalition.org. Registration will remain open until March 7 or until spots are filled.

 

 

MIRA is pleased to announce the second cohort of our Community Representation Fellowship, aimed at strengthening the capacity of community-based immigration legal services in Massachusetts. The Fellowship is open to staff or long-term volunteers of community-based organizations who intend to become DOJ Accredited Representatives. Fellows will receive:

  • Free registration in the MIRA 40-hour immigration law training program
  • Free access to the course textbook: A Guide for Immigration Advocates
  • Three additional advanced legal trainings in relevant areas (such as TPS, asylum, humanitarian forms of relief, and naturalization)
  • Workshops with a community of peers and Q&A session with an experienced DOJ Accredited Representative.
  • Mentoring and support with the DOJ Recognition and Accreditation application process
  • Opportunities to participate in application preparation events (ex: citizenship, TPS)
  • Access to office hours to receive individualized support with course content and application process

Read more about the Fellowship here. Deadline for applications to be considered is February 21. For any questions, please contact us at training@miracoalition.org.