At MANA de San Diego, we understand that the current state of the world can feel overwhelming, bringing stress and anxiety into our daily lives. We are here to support you during these challenging times. That’s why we’ve gathered resources from trusted community organizations to help you navigate through it all. We hope these resources can provide some relief and guidance. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us at manasd@manasd.org.
En MANA de San Diego, entendemos que el estado actual del mundo puede ser abrumador y traer estrés y ansiedad a nuestra vida diaria. Estamos aquí para apoyarte en estos momentos difíciles. Por eso, hemos reunido recursos de organizaciones comunitarias de confianza para ayudarte a afrontarlo. Esperamos que estos recursos puedan brindarte alivio y orientación. Si tienes preguntas o necesitas más ayuda, no dudes en contactarnos al correo manasd@manasd.org.
Where: San Diego
The San Diego Rapid Response Network (SDRRN) provides an Emergency Immigration Enforcement Hotline for San Diego community members to report any ongoing immigration emergencies such as checkpoints, raids, arrests, and harassment. The purpose of the hotline is to document such incidents, provide emergency assistance, and connect affected individuals with resources to social services and legal defense.
Our emergency hotline hours of operation are Monday–Friday from 8:30am–5:00pm. We do not take live calls. Please leave a detailed message and we will review your report and return your call as soon as possible. Our team is dedicated to addressing the immediate concerns and needs of our community. Calls are routinely monitored during non-business hours (weekends included) and returned as appropriate for immigration emergencies only.
Contact San Diego Rapid Response at: (619) 536-0823
Casa Cornelia Law Center (CCLC) provides pro bono legal services to individuals who are victims of human rights violations, offering a compassionate and supportive path to safety and stability in the area of immigration law. Our services are specifically designed to help asylum seekers, victims of human trafficking and violent crimes, and unaccompanied children who are seeking refuge in the United States. We believe that everyone, regardless of their status, deserves access to justice and dignity.
Navigating the U.S. immigration system can be overwhelming, but CCLC is here to walk alongside our clients every step of the way. We provide expert legal representation with empathy and understanding, helping them understand the complexities of the immigration process and ensuring they are empowered to engage with the system effectively.
At the core of our work is a commitment to Justice with Compassion. CCLC offers no-cost legal services with deep compassion, ensuring that every client is treated with dignity and respect. We are dedicated to upholding the human and civil rights of those we serve, offering them not just legal counsel, but hope for a brighter future.
For more information or to get involved, please visit www.casacornelia.org or contact us at info@casacornelia.org.
Al Otro Lado provides holistic legal and humanitarian support to refugees, deportees, and other migrants in the US and Tijuana through a multidisciplinary, client-centered, harm reduction-based practice. We provide direct, free, legal services on both sides of the US-Mexico border and beyond. We engage in zealous individual representation, medical-legal partnerships, and impact litigation to protect the rights of immigrants and asylum-seekers.
- Bi-National Deportee Program: Individualized help based on completion of this survey.
- Border Rights Project: Provides legal orientation to refugees in Tijuana, Mexico, regarding the process to seek asylum in the United States.
- Family Reunification: Al Otro Lado is the primary nonprofit organization representing parents who were separated from their children before and during “Zero Tolerance” and deported without them.
- Email: frproject@alotrolado.org
- Phone: (213) 538-2447
- Litigation: Litigates on behalf of individuals and has filed civil rights complaints.
- US Based Legal Representation: Affirmative asylum, U Visa, T Visa, VAWA, SIJS, adjustment of status applications, family based petitions, DACA, and naturalization.
LANGUAGES: English, Espanol, Kreyol, French, and Russian
Where: California
Immigrant Law Center (Immdef) is a next-generation social justice law firm that defends our immigrant communities against injustices in the immigration system.
- Community Defense
- Community Legal Education
- Client Wellness (Social Services)
- Representation
- Litigation & Advocacy
- Cross Border Initiative
- Deported Veterans
- Post Conviction Relief
- Universal Representation
- National Qualified Representatives
- Capacity Builder
- Welcoming Project
Visit: https://findyourally.com/
Eligibility
With a program expansion in 2022, 10 legal service providers are now able to serve all 115 community colleges within their designated regions. This program provides a wide range of free immigration legal services for the California Community College system. To be eligible for free immigration legal services, an individual must be affiliated with a California Community College in one of the following ways:
- Be a student at a California Community College
- Be a staff and/or faculty at a California Community College
- Be a dual-enrolled student at a California Community College
- Enrolled at an adult education
- Enrolled as a non-credit course student
There is no unit or income requirement as long as the client meets the qualifications. Client services can continue regardless of their affiliation period with a California Community College. Unfortunately, due to the current funding, we cannot extend free legal services to the entire alumni community, family members, and other college students at this time.
For Workers/ Para Trabajadores
Every person, regardless of immigration status, has rights under the U.S. Constitution. Please take a moment to review and share these trusted resources:
Know Your Rights Guides (ACLU San Diego): ACLU Immigrants’ Rights Page
“We Have Rights” Video Series (ACLU National): Watch Videos Here
If you or someone you know is detained by immigration enforcement, there are organizations ready to help:
Jewish Family Service & Casa Cornelia Law Center
Call the Immigration Legal Services Coalition at (858) 751-7553 for free legal support.Mexican Nationals
You have the right to contact your consulate: (520) 623-7874
Toda persona, sin importar su estatus migratorio, tiene derechos bajo la Constitución de los EE. UU. Tómese un momento para revisar y compartir estos recursos confiables:
Guías sobre sus derechos (ACLU San Diego): Página de Derechos de Inmigrantes – ACLU
Serie de videos “We Have Rights” (ACLU Nacional): Ver los videos aquí
Si usted o alguien que conoce es detenido por inmigración, hay organizaciones listas para ayudar:
Jewish Family Service y Casa Cornelia Law Center
Llame a la Coalición de Servicios Legales de Inmigración al (858) 751-7553 para recibir apoyo legal gratuito.Ciudadanos Mexicanos
Tiene derecho a comunicarse con su consulado: (520) 623-7874
For Employers/ Para Empleadores
Know Your Responsibilities
Workplace enforcement actions and I-9 audits can be confusing and intimidating. We encourage all business owners to review these expert resources:
What Employers Need to Know About ICE Raids – California Chamber of Commerce
Employers’ Rights During I-9 Audits – BAL Immigration Law
- Employee Rights Center – Workplace Support & Legal Guidance –
ERC Website - Alor Calderon, Executive Director of the Employee Rights Center, has also offered to help identify pro bono legal support for businesses without legal counsel during I-9 audits.
Conozca Sus Responsabilidades
Las redadas laborales y las auditorías del formulario I-9 pueden ser confusas e intimidantes. Recomendamos a todas las personas dueñas de negocios que revisen estos recursos especializados:
Qué deben saber los empleadores sobre redadas de ICE – Cámara de Comercio de California
Derechos de los empleadores durante auditorías del I-9 – BAL Immigration Law
Centro de Derechos del Empleado – Sitio web del ERC
- Alor Calderon, Director Ejecutivo del Centro de Derechos del Empleado, también se ha ofrecido a ayudar a identificar abogados pro bono para negocios que no cuenten con representación legal durante auditorías del I-9.
Free Mental Health Support in Spanish/ Apoyo Gratuito de Salud Mental en Español
Free Mental Health Support in Spanish
We understand that news of ICE activity can create fear, stress, and anxiety. The following free or low-cost mental health resources are available in Spanish:
- San Diego Access & Crisis Line (988 or 1‑888‑724‑7240): Available 24/7 with Spanish-speaking counselors.
County Behavioral Health Services: Free mental health assessments and therapy for individuals and families.
NAMI San Diego: Bilingual support groups and resources for individuals and families affected by mental health challenges.
National Crisis Hotlines: Free Spanish-language support via call or text to 988.
Catholic Charities & Operation Samahan: Affordable and culturally sensitive Spanish-language therapy services.
Sabemos que las noticias sobre la actividad de ICE pueden causar miedo, estrés y ansiedad. Estos recursos gratuitos o de bajo costo están disponibles en español:
Línea de Acceso y Crisis de San Diego (988 o 1‑888‑724‑7240): Disponible las 24 horas con consejeros que hablan español.
Servicios de Salud Mental del Condado: Evaluaciones y terapia gratuita para individuos y familias.
NAMI San Diego: Grupos de apoyo y recursos bilingües para personas y familias afectadas por desafíos de salud mental.
Líneas de crisis nacionales: Soporte gratuito en español llamando o enviando mensaje de texto al 988.
Catholic Charities y Operation Samahan: Terapia culturalmente sensible en español con tarifas accesibles para personas sin seguro.