WHO WE ARE

Ayuda provides legal, social, and language services to help low-income immigrants in our neighborhoods access justice and transform their lives. For over 50 years, we have served more than 150,000 low-income immigrants throughout Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Ayuda’s expert and dedicated professionals help immigrants from anywhere in the world navigate the immigration and justice systems and access the social safety net. This comprehensive and welcoming approach breaks down barriers, helps those in need, and makes our communities stronger!

LATEST NEWS

Ayuda Statement on the Tragic Death Caused by ICE in Minneapolis

Ayuda condemns the killing of a woman during an ICE enforcement operation in Minneapolis on January 7 and calls for a thorough, independent, and transparent investigation into the use of deadly force. This tragic event underscores the lasting harm caused by aggressive immigration enforcement, which erodes trust and fuels fear rather than creating safety. Ayuda remains committed to advancing the rights, dignity, and safety of immigrant communities in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

Ayuda Applauds Council Leadership on Immigrant Safety, Supports Strengthening Protections

Ayuda applauds the introduction of the Safe Community Places and Policing Amendment Act, calling it a critical step toward ending harmful policing practices and protecting Black, Brown, and immigrant communities in D.C.

“Lives Are on the Line”: Ayuda’s Testimony to the DC Council

On December 3, Ayuda staff testified before the DC Council Committee on Health during its Budget Oversight hearing, urging Council Members to reverse harmful cuts to the DC Healthcare Alliance program. Grounded in decades of service and the lived experiences of their clients, Ayuda’s testimony made clear that these cuts are not abstract budget decisions, but they are choices with life-threatening consequences for immigrant residents across the District.