CIRA’s U/T/VAWA Team builds trust, expands partnerships to support survivors
Supporting survivors of trafficking and other crimes is about more than just showing up in a courtroom, according to Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement (CIRA) Lead Attorney Astrid Munn. It’s about building trust, showing up for clients and the legal team consistently, and helping people understand their options.
Welcoming Workforce Summit brings Nebraska leaders together to determine immigration policy solutions for stronger economy
Nebraska business and community leaders are looking for ways to attract and retain workers as the state faces growing workforce needs — and many say immigrants and refugees are an essential part of the solution.
CIRA celebrates Access Period milestone, highlights power of human-centered storytelling at OnBrand Conference
To celebrate the symbolic five million period products Access Period has donated as well as one million “worry-free days,” Executive Director Kristin Lowrey bestowed the five millionth box of products to Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement Director of Communications Sophia Ibrahimi.
CIRA speaks on building bridges at national leadership conference
Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement (CIRA) Director of Community Engagement Khenda Mustafa, along with the Greater Omaha Chamber’s Daniela Rojas Florez, will take the lead on Building Bridges Across Systems: A Blueprint for Cross-Sector Leadership Collaboration.
U.S. Supreme Court decisions, simplified: What they mean for immigration
The U.S. Supreme Court finished its term with major decisions concerning immigrants and refugees’ fate and status in the country. While it reaffirmed some constitutional rights, the Court stripped others.
CIRA expands English Language Classes to meet growing community need
These classes create a space for people to learn, practice, and grow together. In the CIRA classroom, language learning isn’t just about grammar; it’s about developing confidence in a new country, finding connections, and forming a community.
One Year Later: The Lasting Impact of the Glenn Valley ICE Raid and CIRA’s Social Work Response
One year ago, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a large-scale work raid at the Glenn Valley Foods plant. They detained dozens of workers, leaving their families in the dark as to what happened to their loved ones. Community leaders and organizations did their best to answer questions and provide immediate support in the chaotic aftermath.
One Year Later: The Lasting Impact of the Glenn Valley ICE Raid and CIRA’s Community Engagement Response
While CIRA’s Community Engagement Team had been preparing for the possibility of ICE raids since long before June 10, the Glenn Valley raid introduced unforeseen challenges and lessons that eventually helped strengthen the collaborative response and readiness.
One Year Later: The Lasting Impact of the Glenn Valley ICE Raid and CIRA’s Legal Response
One year ago, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a large-scale work raid at the Glenn Valley Foods plant. They arrested dozens of workers, shocking their families, community leaders, and organizations throughout the state.
The Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement (CIRA) was one organization on the frontlines.
Graduates complete Omaha leadership initiative for immigrant and refugee changemakers
The first cohort of an immigrant and refugee leadership workshop in Omaha has graduated from the program with an expanded knowledge of leadership, civic engagement, and a wide network of cross-cultural community connections.