What We Do
Empowering Communities
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Educational Programs
We are dedicated to empowering immigrant communities through comprehensive educational programs designed to address their unique needs and challenges. Our programs aim to promote academic success, enhance language skills, and provide essential support for lifelong learning.
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Legal Services
Our commitment to justice and equality drives our efforts every day. We believe that by providing accessible immigration legal services, we can help build a fairer and more just society for everyone.
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Community Education and Outreach
Our Community Outreach and Education Program is designed to support and empower immigrant communities by providing vital information, resources, and opportunities for engagement. This program aims to foster a sense of belonging, enhance community cohesion, and ensure that immigrants have access to the knowledge and services they need to thrive.
Educational Programs
Educational Programs
Our nonprofit organization is dedicated to empowering immigrant communities through comprehensive educational programs designed to address their unique needs and challenges. Our programs aim to promote academic success, enhance language skills, and provide essential support for lifelong learning. Below is an overview of our key educational initiatives:
College Preparation and Scholarships
To support young immigrants aspiring to higher education, we provide college preparation workshops that cover topics such as college application processes, financial aid, scholarship opportunities, and study skills. We also offer scholarships to help alleviate the financial burden of tuition and related expenses.
Youth Educational Enrichment Programs
We offer after-school and summer programs for immigrant youth, focusing on academic enrichment, leadership development, and cultural integration through our AT&T Connected Learning Center. These programs provide tutoring, mentorship, and extracurricular activities that encourage academic achievement and personal growth.
Civic Education and Engagement
Our civic education programs aim to inform immigrants about their rights and responsibilities as residents and, for those eligible, as citizens. We offer classes on U.S. history, government, and the naturalization process, along with voter education and registration drives to encourage active civic participation.
Digital Literacy
In today’s technology-driven world, digital literacy is essential. We offer courses that teach basic computer skills, internet navigation, and the use of digital tools and applications through our AT& Connected Learning Center. These skills are crucial for academic success, job readiness, and everyday life.
Legal Services Program
Our commitment to justice and equality drives our efforts every day. We believe that by providing accessible immigration legal services, we can help build a fairer and more just society for everyone. The services that we focus on are:
Permanent Residency Renewal
Naturalization – Citizenship
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Renewals
Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Renewals
Family Petitions
For more information you can complete this interest form and one of our staff members will contact you.
We welcome the support of volunteer attorneys, paralegals, and law students. Additionally, we seek to build partnerships with other community organizations to enhance our service delivery. Interested parties can contact our Executive Director directly at jduarte@salef.org for more information.
The SALEF Legal Services Program is funded through a combination of grants, donations, and partnerships with governmental and private entities. To continue providing these crucial services, we rely on the generosity of our supporters. Donations can be made online or by mail at SALEF offices.
Community Outreach & Education Program
Our Community Outreach and Education Program is designed to support and empower immigrant communities by providing vital information, resources, and opportunities for engagement. This program aims to foster a sense of belonging, enhance community cohesion, and ensure that immigrants have access to the knowledge and services they need to thrive.
Outreach Events and Workshops
We organize regular outreach events and workshops in various community settings, such as community centers, schools, places of worship, and public spaces. These events cover topics such as:
Immigration rights and legal assistance
Accessing healthcare and social services
Financial literacy and employment resources
Educational opportunities for adults and children
Information and Referral Services
Our program provides comprehensive information and referral services to help community members navigate complex systems and access essential services.
We offer one-on-one consultations to understand individual needs and connect them to appropriate resources, including:
Legal aid and immigration services
Housing and food assistance
Health and mental health services
Educational and vocational programs
