Scottsbluff Holds First Naturalization Ceremony for Panhandle’s Newest Americans

For many new Americans, the journey to becoming a U.S. citizen is long. Immigrants seeking naturalization must complete lengthy applications, sit for an interview with a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services officer, take a civics test, and more.
Food Truck World Tour 2024

Food Truck World Tour is more than a celebration of our immigrant and refugee communities; it is a vital source of funding for our agency’s legal representation, refugee services, and social work programs. These essential services are provided to our clients at no cost, enabling them to embark on new, hopeful journeys of their own choosing in our community.
Legal Services Team Launches Friend of the Court Program

Immigration courts don’t guarantee the right to counsel for noncitizens, even minors. In 2023, only 56% of unaccompanied minors in immigration courts had legal representation, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Celebrating our Employment Partners
Our Employment team works with clients one-on-one to search for opportunities that fit their skill set, practice interview questions, and help with transportation to and from their interviews.
Nebraska Immigration and Workforce Summit Highlights Significant Workforce Shortage

Over 220 attendees from across the state gained valuable insights into fostering inclusive workplaces and a Nebraska community.
Introducing CIRA: A New Chapter for ILC+REC

In 2022, Immigrant Legal Center and Refugee Empowerment Center merged. After many meetings, feedback sessions, research, reflection, and effort, we’re excited to announce that our combined nonprofit organization is now called CIRA (the Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement).