This Human Rights Day, stand with our neighbors
In the past two weeks, the Trump administration halted asylum decisions, paused visa processing for Afghans, re-opened refugee cases that had already been approved, and…
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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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Get in touch with us for assistance, inquiries, or to learn more about our services.
Financial information and annual report
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.
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74-3195841
Legal name
Justice for Our Neighbors-Nebraska
Doing business as
CIRA
Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement
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How to Talk About Immigration
Conversations about immigration can get complicated fast. Emotions run high, headlines move fast, and it can be hard to separate political talking points from the…
Refugee resettlement must be guided by need, not politics.
Yesterday, the Trump administration announced plans to slash the number of refugees it will allow to come to the U.S. to just 7,500 (down from…
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.
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