June 17 update: Legal aid and social work
Over the weekend, our legal team was on site at a detention center four hours from Omaha, meeting one-on-one with the workers who were arrested…
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Our mission
To empower immigrants and refugees to live confidently
through high-quality legal representation, resettlement, and social work and to create welcoming communities through education and advocacy.
Our history
Over 25 years of serving our community
CIRA has grown from small, volunteer-driven organizations to one unified agency providing comprehensive services to immigrants and refugees across Nebraska.
Starting in 1997 with the founding of the Southern Sudan Community Association (SSCA) and the establishment of Justice For Our Neighbors (JFON) in 1999, our journey has been marked by significant milestones, including the expansion of legal clinics, federal recognition as a refugee resettlement agency, and the launch of new offices and programs.
In 2022, CIRA solidified its impact by merging with the Refugee Empowerment Center (REC), creating a powerful force for empowering immigrants and refugees our community.
Our People
Our dedicated team at CIRA is committed to empowering immigrants and refugees through expert legal, resettlement, and social services.
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CIRA is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization incorporated in Nebraska. As a nonprofit organization, donations may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax advisor for questions on tax deductibility.
EIN number
74-3195841
Legal name
Justice for Our Neighbors-Nebraska
Doing business as
CIRA
Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement
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June 12 update: ICE raids in Omaha
On Tuesday, June 10, we saw the largest ICE raid in years right here in Omaha. Nearly 100 people were arrested at work and 74…
June 11 update: ICE raids in Omaha
Yesterday, Nebraskans saw the largest ICE raid in years right here in Omaha. Nearly 100 people were arrested at work and as of this morning,…
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