Legal Representation
Publications
![[ai] A sign on a wooden post with bold letters displaying the words "Peace, Justice, Equality, Dignity, Freedom" in various colors, surrounded by greenery.](/Res/250/Observer - 2024_Thumbnail_Page_01 2.png "Observer - 2024_Thumbnail_Page_01.png")
![[ai] Graphic with a purple gradient background featuring text about the Circumvention of Lawful Pathways, referencing the Biden Asylum Ban and a practice advisory from The Advocates for Human Rights.](/Res/250/Practice Advisory Thumbnail TEMPLATE (651 × 385 px) (2).jpg "Practice Advisory Thumbnail TEMPLATE (651 × 385 px) (2).jpg")
![[ai] A document titled "Understanding Immigration Bonds" providing information on immigration bonds, including definitions, costs, and how to ask for a bond, along with guidance on the necessity of hiring an attorney.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-04-15 at 9.00.11 AM.png "Screen Shot 2022-04-15 at 9.00.11 AM.png")
![[ai] A title slide for Chapter 8 of a document titled "Protection-Based Relief: Forging a Path to Permanent Status," authored by Sarah Brenes, Lindsey Greising, and Alison Griffith, published by The Advocates for Human Rights in Minneapolis.](/Res/250/Screen Shot 2022-02-14 at 1.12.34 PM 4.png "Screen Shot 2022-02-14 at 1.12.34 PM.png")
![[ai] An empty courtroom featuring wooden benches, a judge's chair at the front, and various desks for court personnel. The room is well-lit with a seal on the wall and an American flag in the background.](/Res/250/imm courtroom 3.jpeg "imm courtroom.jpeg")
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Tool or Factsheet
Understanding Your Right to an Attorney in Immigration Court
![[ai] A view of an empty courtroom featuring wooden benches, a judge's bench with an ornate black chair, and a U.S. flag. A partition separates the seating area from the judge's space.](/Res/250/imm courtroom 2.jpeg "imm courtroom.jpeg")
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Tool or Factsheet
Entendiendo tu derecho a un abogado en la Corte de Inmigracion
![[ai] A document titled "Gender-Based Asylum Claims in the Wake of Matter of A-B-" discussing advocacy for domestic violence survivors seeking asylum, including pertinent legal context and implications for practitioners.](/Res/250/matter-of-a-b- 2.jpg "matter-of-a-b-.jpg")
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Manual
News
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Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Press Release
![[ai] Two hands holding each other, one belonging to an adult and the other to a child, against a white background. The image has a purple tint.](/Res/250/ICOP Bulletin Thumbnail UAC 2023 (2).png "[ai] Two hands holding each other, one belonging to an adult and the other to a child, against a white background. The image has a purple tint.")
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Post
New Report Details Due Process Failures for Kids in Immigration Court
![[ai] Colorful game pieces in red, yellow, green, purple, and blue arranged in a circle, with text above stating "Moving from Exclusion to Belonging" and a note about a report serving as a model throughout the U.S.](/Res/250/Copy of Copy of Recurring events(6).png "[ai] Colorful game pieces in red, yellow, green, purple, and blue arranged in a circle, with text above stating \"Moving from Exclusion to Belonging\" and a note about a report serving as a model throughout the U.S.")
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Post
Advocates Archive: Moving from Exclusion to Belonging: Immigrant Rights in Minnesota Today (2014)
![[ai] A sketched illustration depicting an immigration court scene with a U.S. flag in the background. The title 'Bearing Witness in the Moment' and subtitle 'Report from the Immigration Court Observation Project' are displayed prominently.](/Res/250/Bearing Witness.JPG "[ai] A sketched illustration depicting an immigration court scene with a U.S. flag in the background. The title 'Bearing Witness in the Moment' and subtitle 'Report from the Immigration Court Observation Project' are displayed prominently.")
![[ai] Two individuals sitting side by side on a surface with green garden hoses nearby. One person wears bright yellow waterproof pants and rubber boots, while the other is in blue jeans and black boots, both with gloves on.](/Res/250/Copy of Website Event Item(5).png "[ai] Two individuals sitting side by side on a surface with green garden hoses nearby. One person wears bright yellow waterproof pants and rubber boots, while the other is in blue jeans and black boots, both with gloves on.")
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Post
January 2023 Newswire: Trafficking Prevention Month, WATCH Updates & More!
![[ai] A sketched illustration of a court scene depicting multiple figures, including a person seated in a courtroom, with the title "THE ADVOCAT" prominently displayed at the bottom. The background is purple with handwritten text that includes "fort snelling immigration court September 10, 2020".](/Res/250/Advocast 2.png "[ai] A sketched illustration of a court scene depicting multiple figures, including a person seated in a courtroom, with the title \"THE ADVOCAT\" prominently displayed at the bottom. The background is purple with handwritten text that includes \"fort snelling immigration court September 10, 2020\".")
Thursday, November 10, 2022
Post
Human Rights Explained: Immigration Court & the Court Observation Project
![[ai] A person with curly hair and glasses smiling while dressed in a suit and a white scarf. The background is a muted brown tone.](/Res/250/Bill Cameron - Ava Kelley for digital.jpg "[ai] A person with curly hair and glasses smiling while dressed in a suit and a white scarf. The background is a muted brown tone.")
![[ai] A printed agenda for the 'Gender and Women in Decision-Making Working Group Meeting' by OSCE, dated June 9, 2022. The agenda outlines a registration and opening period, and a segment for CSO submissions to the UN CEDAW Committee.](/Res/250/ALbania 2_Rosalyn Park.jpg "[ai] A printed agenda for the 'Gender and Women in Decision-Making Working Group Meeting' by OSCE, dated June 9, 2022. The agenda outlines a registration and opening period, and a segment for CSO submissions to the UN CEDAW Committee.")
![[ai] A courtroom scene illustrated with a judge, a defendant, and an audience. The defendant is seated and appears to be self-representing, while the judge addresses the case complexity. Text on the image reads: "#Fairness to Freedom" and additional comments about the defendant.](/Res/250/Copy of _WelcomeWithDignity 2.png "[ai] A courtroom scene illustrated with a judge, a defendant, and an audience. The defendant is seated and appears to be self-representing, while the judge addresses the case complexity. Text on the image reads: \"#Fairness to Freedom\" and additional comments about the defendant.")
![[ai] Two women wearing masks engage in a discussion at a table, looking at a laptop. One woman has curly brown hair and wears a pink mask, while the other has short gray hair and wears a dark mask. Another woman sits across from them, partially visible.](/Res/250/Sarah Brenes Paula Duthoy central MN pro se clinic 2022.JPG "[ai] Two women wearing masks engage in a discussion at a table, looking at a laptop. One woman has curly brown hair and wears a pink mask, while the other has short gray hair and wears a dark mask. Another woman sits across from them, partially visible.")
![[ai] The United States Capitol building, featuring its distinctive dome and columns, surrounded by vibrant red flowers under a clear blue sky.](/Res/250/US Capitol 2.png "[ai] The United States Capitol building, featuring its distinctive dome and columns, surrounded by vibrant red flowers under a clear blue sky.")
Monday, February 7, 2022
Press Release
The Advocates Welcomes Legislation to Create Independent Immigration Courts
![[ai] A promotional image for "The Advocast", a podcast by The Advocates for Human Rights. The background shows makeshift tents, suggesting a humanitarian context.](/Res/250/Curator (1).png "[ai] A promotional image for \"The Advocast\", a podcast by The Advocates for Human Rights. The background shows makeshift tents, suggesting a humanitarian context.")
![[ai] The United States flag waving against a blue sky, displaying red and white stripes along with a blue field featuring white stars.](/Res/250/pexels-danne-457563.jpg "[ai] The United States flag waving against a blue sky, displaying red and white stripes along with a blue field featuring white stars.")
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
Post
Protecting Trafficking Survivors Requires More than Empty Promises
![[ai] A close-up of a wooden gavel poised above a circular wooden sound block, with a blurred hand in the background, suggesting a courtroom setting.](/Res/250/pexels-photo-6077326 (1).jpeg "[ai] A close-up of a wooden gavel poised above a circular wooden sound block, with a blurred hand in the background, suggesting a courtroom setting.")
![[ai] A person holding a door open for another individual as they enter a building. The second person has long, curly hair and is wearing a black and white outfit. A third individual with a backpack is standing nearby.](/Res/250/eefb0dde-8ea9-447e-9c88-a722753ca44c.png "[ai] A person holding a door open for another individual as they enter a building. The second person has long, curly hair and is wearing a black and white outfit. A third individual with a backpack is standing nearby.")
![[ai] Two children smiling at the camera, with the girl in front wearing a black jacket and the boy behind with tousled hair. A blue background features the text "Afghans Welcome."](/Res/250/Afghans Welcome v2 3.png "[ai] Two children smiling at the camera, with the girl in front wearing a black jacket and the boy behind with tousled hair. A blue background features the text \"Afghans Welcome.\"")
![[ai] The exterior of a large, historic building with a prominent dome under a blue sky. The building features classical architecture with columns and large windows. In the foreground, a pathway leads through a landscaped area.](/Res/250/Minnesota_State_Capitol_-_St_Paul,_MN_-_panoramio_(5) 2.jpg "[ai] The exterior of a large, historic building with a prominent dome under a blue sky. The building features classical architecture with columns and large windows. In the foreground, a pathway leads through a landscaped area.")
![[ai] A diverse group of illustrated characters represented in a vibrant, colorful style. The group includes individuals with varying hairstyles and clothing, showcasing inclusivity and community.](/Res/250/Canva People.png "[ai] A diverse group of illustrated characters represented in a vibrant, colorful style. The group includes individuals with varying hairstyles and clothing, showcasing inclusivity and community.")
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Action
Don't Trade Off Human Rights in Budget Reconciliation Immigration Negotiations
![[ai] A display of a blue stuffed dog and a pink stuffed monkey beside a basket filled with hats, gloves, and various small items, with a sign stating 'Clients PLEASE! Help Yourself' on the wall.](/Res/250/client-items-basket.jpeg "[ai] A display of a blue stuffed dog and a pink stuffed monkey beside a basket filled with hats, gloves, and various small items, with a sign stating 'Clients PLEASE! Help Yourself' on the wall.")
![[ai] A collage featuring six professionals in formal attire, likely from a corporate environment. The images include men and a woman, with some posing against office backgrounds. A blue banner at the bottom indicates 'VOLUNTEER AWARD RECIPIENT' and displays the event title '2021 Human Rights Awards Dinner.'](/Res/250/stinson-banner 2.jpeg "[ai] A collage featuring six professionals in formal attire, likely from a corporate environment. The images include men and a woman, with some posing against office backgrounds. A blue banner at the bottom indicates 'VOLUNTEER AWARD RECIPIENT' and displays the event title '2021 Human Rights Awards Dinner.'")
Friday, June 18, 2021
Profile
The Stinson Rapid Response Regulation Team: A 2021 Volunteer Award Recipient
![[ai] An illustration of diverse faces of people with varying hairstyles and features, with the text '#Welcome With Dignity' prominently displayed on a white background.](/Res/250/Immigration Justice (2) 2.png "[ai] An illustration of diverse faces of people with varying hairstyles and features, with the text '#Welcome With Dignity' prominently displayed on a white background.")
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Action
#WelcomeWithDignity Campaign to Transform Protection of People Forced to Flee
![[ai] A woman smiling softly in front of a backdrop of dark leaves, wearing a pink cardigan over a black top.](/Res/250/photo-nechelle-dias.jpg "[ai] A woman smiling softly in front of a backdrop of dark leaves, wearing a pink cardigan over a black top.")
![[ai] A text box with a light orange background titled 'Legal representation.' It describes the role of a lawyer in defending a client's interests, speaking for them in legal matters, and assisting in defense preparation.](/Res/250/legal representation def.jpg "[ai] A text box with a light orange background titled 'Legal representation.' It describes the role of a lawyer in defending a client's interests, speaking for them in legal matters, and assisting in defense preparation.")
![[ai] A group of five people, including a woman holding a child and four children, stands at an airport's baggage claim area. They are holding signs welcoming family members, with one sign in Spanish expressing love and reunion after several years.](/Res/250/img_7084.jpg "[ai] A group of five people, including a woman holding a child and four children, stands at an airport's baggage claim area. They are holding signs welcoming family members, with one sign in Spanish expressing love and reunion after several years.")
Friday, November 8, 2019
Post
New Help for Volunteer Attorneys Representing Domestic Violence Survivors
![[ai] A bar graph showing client line call statistics from July 2017 to March 2018. Total calls are represented by blue bars, and calls from or regarding detainees are shown with orange bars. Notable increases in both categories are visible over the months.](/Res/250/client-line-graph.jpg "[ai] A bar graph showing client line call statistics from July 2017 to March 2018. Total calls are represented by blue bars, and calls from or regarding detainees are shown with orange bars. Notable increases in both categories are visible over the months.")
![[ai] A group of six people engaged in a discussion around a table, with two women seated and four individuals standing, holding papers. The setting appears to be a business or conference environment.](/Res/250/lega training academy on womens rights.jpg "[ai] A group of six people engaged in a discussion around a table, with two women seated and four individuals standing, holding papers. The setting appears to be a business or conference environment.")
Tuesday, January 2, 2018
Post
Building the Capacity of Russian-Speaking Lawyers to Protect Women’s Human Rights
![[ai] A woman with long dark hair and a smiling expression wears a black and gray sweater with a gold necklace, posing indoors in a modern building with bright lighting.](/Res/250/courtnie gore.jpg "[ai] A woman with long dark hair and a smiling expression wears a black and gray sweater with a gold necklace, posing indoors in a modern building with bright lighting.")
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Profile
What’s it like to be an Advocate for Human Rights? An interview with Courtnie Gore
![[ai] A woman with glasses smiling next to a man wearing glasses and a blue shirt, both looking at the camera. The background features colorful artwork.](/Res/250/amy-john-t.jpeg "[ai] A woman with glasses smiling next to a man wearing glasses and a blue shirt, both looking at the camera. The background features colorful artwork.")
![[ai] A silhouette of a person's profile on a folder labeled 'Victory No. 753' with the text: 'I received asylum, but I still fear revealing my identity.' The background is a light color.](/Res/250/753_14_year_old_2.jpg "[ai] A silhouette of a person's profile on a folder labeled 'Victory No. 753' with the text: 'I received asylum, but I still fear revealing my identity.' The background is a light color.")
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Profile
At 12 Years Old, He Lost His Family; As an Adult, He Gained Asylum
![[ai] An illustration featuring a silhouette of a person with a textured background. The text reads: 'Some day we may meet and you will see my face. For now, I must protect my family and friends in Ethiopia.' The top displays 'Asylum Case No. 740' and 'VICTORY'.](/Res/250/740_ms_b_photo_4.jpg "[ai] An illustration featuring a silhouette of a person with a textured background. The text reads: 'Some day we may meet and you will see my face. For now, I must protect my family and friends in Ethiopia.' The top displays 'Asylum Case No. 740' and 'VICTORY'.")
