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International Rescue Committee - VA

Affirmative Asylum Representation or Guidance for Afghan Parolees

If asylum is granted, Afghans no longer face fear of Taliban retribution.

Posted March 28, 2022

Background & Context

Charlottesville and Richmond VA resettled over 800 Afghan parolees, many of whom fear future harm if they return to Afghanistan. Many have no path to legal residence other than asylum. This representation is non-adversarial and may be done remotely. This is not a call for representation in immigration court.

Immediate Problem

Filing affirmative asylum applications for Afghan parolees either with formal representation or with advice on pro se filings.

Work & Deliverables

Assist Afghan parolees complete a I-589 and personal statement for submission to local asylum field office.

Project Plan

Preparation Phase

  • attend a Welcome Legal Alliance recorded training.

Collaboration Phase

  • Interview parolee

Wrap Up

  • Submission of asylum application with possible presence (telephonically or in person) at interview.

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Additional Information

  • Time Commitment: 11-20 hours
  • Training Provided: Yes
  • Additional Training Details: Welcome Legal Alliance can provide orientation and future newsletters, to include links to training and other materials. Local immigration attorney will provide mentorship.
  • Site-Preference: Remote
  • Open to Law Students: No
  • Bar License(s) required: Any Bar License
  • Required Languages: None
  • Preferred Languages: Dari
  • Required Legal Expertise: None
  • Mentoring Provided: Yes
  • Supervision Provided: No
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