Past Events

Jul 15, 20246:30 pm ET

July Letter Writing - New York Metro Area

Join HIAS for a monthly program in which volunteers write letters of compassion and solidarity to people in immigration detention and participate in a short learning session that reflects on issues facing refugees and asylum seekers.

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Jul 10, 20242:30 pm ET | 11:30am PT

Work Authorization for Immigrant Clients 2024

Join the Pro Bono and Partnerships Team to learn about different bases through which clients may be eligible to work in the U.S., if they need to apply for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) before obtaining jobs, and if they need to apply, how to prepare the EAD applications.

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Jun 27, 20242:00pm ET | 11:0am PT

Legal Coffee Talk: Country Conditions Global Library

Join us to discuss the work involved in taking on a country conditions research assignment, review the wide variety of research we currently have in our library, and talk about available projects and how to get involved.

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Jun 25, 20244:00 pm ET | 1:00 pm PT

A Nation of Immigrants — Immigration and Election History in the U.S. 

Now more than ever, we must remember the lessons of our past to disrupt current trends leading us back towards some of our nation’s darkest chapters. Join us for a panel that will unpack these trends, hold up a mirror to our own Jewish history, and call us to action today.

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Jun 6, 20242:30 pm ET | 11:30 am PT

Asylum and Other Humanitarian Relief for the LGBTQ Community

In recognition of Pride Month, join the HIAS Pro Bono and Partnerships team as we discuss Asylum and Other Humanitarian Relief for LGBTQ clients.

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May 23, 20244:00 pm ET | 1:00 pm PT

Six Months until the 2024 U.S. Election – What You Need to Know

Join us to learn what you need to know and what you can do between now and Election Day to stand up for the rights, safety, and dignity of refugees and asylum seekers.

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May 16, 20242:00 pm ET | 11:00am PT

Trauma Informed Legal Practice

Join the HIAS Pro Bono and Partnerships team and guest speakers, Sheri Laigle (Director of Social Services at HIAS) and Atar Stav (Program Manager: Community-Based Group Services at HIAS), for a training on how to bring a trauma-informed lens to your client work.

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May 15, 20243:00 pm ET | 12:00pm PT

Naturalization 101

Join HIAS' Pro Bono and Partnerships Team for a training to learn the ins and outs of applying for naturalization, including tips to help prepare your client for the naturalization interview and potential red flags. 

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