As an immigration attorney, I have relied for many years on the American Immigration Council's informative resources, including its policy briefs and updates, to talk about U.S. immigration laws and policies to a wide range of audiences, including graduate students, other immigration lawyers, and elected officials and their staff. In the interest of full disclosure, I previously served on the Council's board of trustees.
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As a former trustee of the Council from 2000-2006, I've seen it grow over the years to become one of the most respected policy think tanks on immigration, as well as a valuable resource for educators and litigators. The Council continues to contribute to the public debate on immigration through its research and policy advocacy.
The American Immigration Council is one of a kind! I rely heavily on its analyses and up-to-date information on the latest immigration news. My law firm is proud to call AIC its comrade-in-arms! Thank you, and please continue The Good Fight.
I receive and read as many of American Immigration Council's emails as I can. I trust them to report the facts and greatly appreciate their advocacy on behalf of immigrants.
The AIC is a great organization that provides valuable knowledge about immigration law to the public. They are constantly fighting for justice on behalf of the immigrant community with their staff of experienced researches, attorneys, and advocates.
Whenever clients ask me how they can contribute to the fight against government mistreatment of foreigners in our midst, I tell them to give to the American Immigration Council. AIC is on the forefront of litigation to protect their rights.
The American Immigration Council provides a great service to society through research, information, advocacy and litigation on immigration issues. As a researcher, writer and project developer in these areas regarding Mexico-US migration, I rely much on the AIC activities in my field of work.
Fernando Sepulveda-Amor
Director
Observatorio de la Migración Mexico-Estados Unidos
I've been practicing immigration law for over 40 years and am a State Bar of California Certified Immigration Law Specialist.
Lately, not a week (or even a few day) go by without me checking the AIC website for updates in the quickly changing field of immigration law. The information featured on the site is very current and of great use in both the practice of law and immigration reform advocacy. When ever i do any public speaking AIC is the first place i go for an update on the law and the polictical, sociological, economic and historical impact of recent policy changes, court decisions, Congressional legislation - you name it. I highly recommend AIC to anyone who cares about U.S. immigration law reform and who want to support lawyers who tirelessly practice in this field - the civil rights issue of our day.
The American Immigration Council does amazing work through advocacy and practice advisory on cutting edge immigration issues. I am an immigration attorney practicing in Honolulu, far from the seats of power, and the work of the AIC helps bridge the distance between Hawaii and DC which makes me a better attorney and advocate not just for my clients, but all immigrants in my community. Those I've met who work at the Council are passionate, warm and smart, inspirational and accessible. It's an organization I'm happy to support.
As an immigration attorney, I am proud to say I have been able to support many individuals' American Dreams because American Immigration Council has given us tools and information about updated case law and cutting edge litigation strategies. Donating to AIC is the same as donating to the preservation of American values!
The American Immigration Council does great work on behalf of the American immigrant community and the immigration lawyers that represent them. From educating the public on changes in immigration law, to educating the immigration bar on how to best represent their clients, to obtaining hard-t0-get information from the government, even to spearheading lawsuits against the government when necessary, the AIC does so much.
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Since I started working in the field of immigration, I have relied on the research and policy announcements published by AIC. Their work is invaluable, helping to keep professionals in the field of immigration au courant with current trends and events.
Phenomenal non-profit. Dedicated to the interests of foreign nationals. Tireless supporter. Excellent work. Fabulous advocate.
Well run organization with an important purpose. The AIC leverages every dollar donated to empower an army of dedicated community members to make a real difference in immigration law and policy.
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The Council is a fantastic organization supported by many dedicated individuals. We have a rich history as a nation of immigrants. The Council is committed to achieving justice for immigrants and promoting laws, policies, and attitudes that honor this history. Because of this, I fully support the Council and its efforts.
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AIC helps the public learn the "real" facts about the impact of our immigration laws and trends in their interpretation and actions by the immigration authorities. AIC helps by providing other attorneys resources to help them assist their clients, and also by reporting to the public about immigration topics. AIC helps eliminate stereotypes that are wrongly based or erroneous.
The American Immigration Council is my go-to organization for current immigration information. They provide great practice advisories and have lots of useful resources. Staff are energetic and knowledgeable.
The Council is *the* legal expert in the immigration space. Due to its relationship with the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Council has access to the legal expertise and client base of more than 15,000 US immigration lawyers. The depth and breadth of their knowledge on immigration law is unparalleled. Unlike other nonprofits that deal with immigration law, the Council deals equally with removal and undocumented as well as employment based and legal immigration matters. Their American Heritage Awards highlight the contributions of immigrants in the US and their 5th grade writing contest encourages budding writers to engage in the immigration debate. The new executive director, Beth Werlin, is well placed to raise the profile of the Council and shift its revenue sources. She is a genius legal mind and litigator.
American Immigration council is a great organization. They stand up and fight for the marginalized. With the current administration and the agenda they seek to pursue, The council is not backing down and giving a voice for a vunerable demographic.
After the election in 2016, we began to research ngo's which focused on helping immigrants and refugees. We settled on AIC as a leader in this area and have found them highly responsive. In addition, their routine communications about what is going on in the immigrant arena are extremely useful and we routinely forward on to others much of what they send us. We plan to contribute again to this worthy organization and encourage others to as well. Jessie and Jim Kingston
This organization is on the forefront of immigration policy and litigation. The Council is my go to source for objective, smart facts and statistics on immigration
Great organization that is doing great litigation work in the immigration community. The organization is critical in ensuring immigrant rights.
As an immigration practitioner, I truly appreciate the sound research and guidance presented in the Council's practice advisories. The Council's affiliation with the American Immigration Lawyer's Association means that they are one of the few, if not only advocacy organizations, with direct insight on immigration issues faced by both businesses AND by individuals. They are uniquely positioned and do an excellent job.
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The American Immigration Council serves a critical role in ensuring that accurate and helpful immigration information is available to the general public as well as immigrant representatives. AIC works on cutting edge legal issues that impact the immigrant community. The AIC educational outreach efforts ensure that immigration issues are humanized--these efforts are critical given the current debate on immigration reform and the need to create realistic and humane immigration laws.
The Council does great work--from the Legal Action Center to the Immigration Policy Center. It fights for the rights of immigrants and gets accurate information out the public. I've enjoyed collaborating with them in my own work.
The Council responded immediately to the dire situation of detained asylum seekers being held in Artesia by ICE with extremely limited rights, and no access to outside assistance (legal or otherwise). AIC quickly included this emergency issue at the top of their litigation meeting agenda in July of this year and then sheparded the development of a litigation strategy among the attendees. This quickly became a strong working group partnership among non-profits with law firm pro bono help. The result is a filed and pending affirmative lawsuit challenging the legality of the Artesia detention facility set up purposefully to deny asylum seekers their rights. The publicity surrounding the lawsuit has focused the country's attention on this violation of due process. But for AIC the lawsuit and the publicity would never have happened. I could not be prouder of AIC's achievement, but there is so much more work to do. AIC is rolling up its sleeves, ready to go!
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AIC does great work to help both immigrants and their advocates to defend immigrants' rights. They also play an important and effective role in researching and presenting very effective and useful evidence and information that promotes the benefits that immigrants bring to our country and reasons to support positive immigration reform generally.
AIC fills a niche in the immigrant rights community by being an expert in due process and systemic reforms needed in the immigration justice system, knowing how to strategically litigate and being able to call upon the experience of a wide variety of immigration attorneys and their clients for real world information, thus becoming an effective advocate for change.
Further, their practice advisories to immigrants and immigration attorneys are easy to use, and extremely helpful by providing important information on complicated topics in an accessible way.
Best organization in the U.S. for accurate information and data on specific immigration policy proposals and impact litigation.
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The American Immigration Council is the only immigration-focused organization in the U.S. dedicated to getting out the basic facts behind the policies to decision makers and the public, not just advocating its own positions. Not only that, but they also protect the public through litigation and honor America through foreign exchange programs.
I have been tremendously impressed with the American Immigration Council. Their leadership role on U.S. immigration law issues, their policy center, their litigation center and their work with middle school students across America have all helped to raise our understanding of why we need to be proud that America is a nation of immigrants. As an immigrant myself and now an attorney, I have been so impressed with their work that I have pledged $1 Million to support them and their work over the next 20 years. They are reliable, transparents and mission focused. One of the best non-profts ever!
I'm so proud of the work that the Council does on behalf of immigrants and the advocacy community in general. I'm blessed and honored to serve on its Board.
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AIC maintains its position as a leader in dissecting and analyzing our very complex immigration laws for a public that includes immigration lawyers, judges, grassroots advocacy groups as well as members of the Congressional and Executive branches of our government at a price tag which says FREE! #Quality #Professional #Superb
I am honored and proud to serve on the Board of the AIC. It does important work brilliantly. It litigates to insure fairness and due process in the application of the US immigration laws. Its portrayals of the ongoing contribution of immigrants is inspiring. Its voluminous and constant guidance to immigration attorneys and to the public is incomparable.
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As a nation of immigrants all Americans should be proud of the great work done by the AIC. Bravo! We proud of the excellent work you do on behalf of immigrants.
AIC's work is truly commendable. The organization not only honors immigrants, it is a valuable resource to immigration attorneys seeking to make positive change in the field of immigration law. AIC's impact is far reaching including community outreach efforts, a critical J-1 program, and extraordinary legal action center.
The work of the American Immigration Council is extraordinary and inspiring. I willingly contribute to their foundation every year and am proud to support their work. Their honoring of Immigrants with American Immigration Achievement Awards inspires those of us who work in this field and it recognizes the important contributions that immigrants continue to make to this country. Their advocacy, policy papers, and educational resources on immigration matters is second to none. The legal action center also adds support and provides guidance on key legal issues. Finally, the international exchange center is a model program and serves as an excellent example to promote intercultural exchange. I wholeheartedly applaud the work of the American Immigration Council and am proud to be affiliated with them as an emeritus trustee. --Steve Thal
The American Immigration Council serves the important public service of educating the public and policymakers about the importance of immigration to the United States. In a debate filled with invective, half-truths and noise, the AIC provides factual, thoughtful and useful information. This not only helps professionals who work in the immigration field but also policy makers and others interested in current and future immigration policy.
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AIC is an incredibly helpful organization for immigration attorneys, and it also honors immigrants and works to improve the public perception of immigrants.
AIC is an extraordinary organization that provides cogent, well-researched documents and information cutting through the rhetoric of the immigration debate. The AIC also administers an extremely professional exchange visitor program that is committed to legal compliance.
This organization has had great achievements in furthering the interests of immigrants and their contributions to the United States. They have honored famous new "Americans" in their benefits. They provide position papers to members of the intelligentsia of our Universities and Colleges. Attorneys and individuals have access to their brief banks. They have filed amicus briefs and class actions when there is an injustice in the immigration laws. They are not an arm of American Immigration Lawyers association. AILA does contribute money to them because the Council provides pro bono litigation and information for the benefit of all immigrants and those who represent immigrants. They are known as the "go to" people for any immigration information in DC. They have helped many people who would not have access to information that could benefit them.
AIC is a leech of the American Immigration Lawyers Association. They act like they are a separate organization but that is simply a legal fiction. They demand the chapters donate a large percentage of their yearly budgets to AIC, then hit up the AILA membership for more and never acknowledge the contributions those members were already forced to make through their chapters. At the annual conferences they always hold a "golf tournament" whereby members fork over $300.00 to play a round of golf, and give them free recordings of the sessions they missed (from the Annual Conference, recordings that are overpriced and not given free to regular AILA members). It’s all about money to pay their bloated salaries of their top staff. They have been a dismal failure at achieving immigration reform, but hey, if we only gave them more money that would change. Now AIC is in the "free vacation" business for their staffers, with an upcoming trip to Italy! AIC is a failure.
I rely on the information published by the American Immigration Council for my work. Their policy briefs and fact sheets make complicated research understandable, and their own research fills gaps that are always opening up in a fast-changing policy environment. Their blog provides a thoughtful, reality-based perspective on the immigration policy news of the day. Their work is essential to counter the misinformation that is always being disseminated by those who are opposed to making this country more welcoming towards immigrants.
It is an outstanding organization. It is a vital counter-voice to the anti-immigration activists who use fear and stereotypes to diffuse any intelligent discussion of the immigration crisis in this country. We need this organization to continue its work in moving the immigration debate forward if we are ever to create a solution to the critical situation so many immigrants, documented and undocumented, face on a daily basis.
The American Immigration Council is critical to those of us who advocate for immigrants. The research that is done and made available by AIC is invaluable. The staff has expertise in all areas of immigration law and is always willing to share their knowledge. The Exchange Visitor Program provides opportunities for foreign interns and trainees to have a meaningful cultural experience while working in the U.S.
This organization provides professional and intellectual leadership in regard to immigration issues. It is outstanding in its field/
I am an ardent immigration activist, and I read almost all the weekly immigration digests that American Immigration Council produces. They are the most reliable source of information for me. Activist groups don't tell the whole story, nor do they give a balanced view.
The American Immigration Council (formerly the American Immigration Law Foundation) has supported immigrants rights since its founding more than 20 years ago. AIC has been instrumental in funding and litigating some of the most important, precedent-setting immigration cases throughout the country. The Council's role in front of Congress, State Legislatures and immigrant rights interest groups, and others, at a time when extremely powerful and vocal elements within our society have done everything possible to undermine the value and importance of immigration to our country, is nothing short of remarkable.
AIC has built a very credible reputation in the immigration world.
Its performs an incredible service in honoring the enduring contributions of America's immigrants, protecting fundamental constitutional and human rights and promoting sensible and humane immigration policies that reflect American values. I rely on their materials in legal reseacrh as well as in preparing presentations.
AIC does it all. From advocay to litigation on important legal issues, AIC is the best of the best. Immigration Lawyers can't do it all by themselves and AIC makes research and other valuable resources available at any time for attorneys. The practice advisories are unmatched. I consult AIC resources and knowledgeable staff members on a regular basis.
Whenever I have a question, the FIRST place I look is to the AIC in hopes that there will be an AIC Practice Advisory on my question. AIC Practice Advisories are invaluable.
The American Immigration Council's research products, factsheets and advocacy documents are invaluable.
The Mainstream Media Project depends on the American Immigration Council for ongoing information on all aspects of immigration reform. This enables us to focus on the most immediate and urgent immigration issues and get information out to the public through radio interviews across the country. The comprehensive range of information AIC provides--breaking news, pending legislation, planned events and more--keeps us in the loop and maximizes our effectiveness in staying on top of immigration developments.
I rely on the extraordinarily high quality and reliable information disseminated by AIC and could not represent my clients well without it. I have donated to the organization consistently and feel that every dollar I have contributed to its support has been returned to me ten-fold via its public services.
AIC provides broad and deep resources for immigration attorneys to keep us informed on developments in the law and provides invaluable analytical materials to help us better defend the legal rights of our clients. In addition, AIC has developed resources to support the efforts of immigrant advocates and policy makers who are seeking to change the broken parts of our immigration laws.
The American Immigration Council has over the past few years maintained a steady and powerful flow of activities to protect immigrants' rights and provide information on the current state and effects of immigration on our society and economy. They do this through research, publications, advocacy, litigation, and education. The Executive Director is a recognized authority on the subject and is frequently called on to be a speaker or commentator. The staff is well qualified and totally committed to the organizations mission.
AIC provides an invaluable service for immigration attorneys looking to stay on top of the rapidly changing, ever complex field of immigration law. The practice advisories are always well-thought out and professional, the amicus assistance is invaluable, and the lobbying efforts have played a critical role in educating Congress about existing problems with our immigration system. I can't recommend AIC enough.
AIC's rapid-response, detailed blog posts and issue briefs on immigration related issues are extremely helpful for lay audiences, journalists, and immigration practitioners alike. The organization's depth and breadth of coverage is unusual among immigration-related news and policy sources.
As an immigration attorney, I love AIC's practice advisories on new or challenging developments in immigration law.
I rely upon AIC several times a week to provide me with accurate information and data about immigration issues. I especially enjoy AIC's links to source data so that I can further hone my research and understanding. I use AIC reports to help educate clients and public. A truly wonderful non profit that is providing five star service.
AIC is a wonderful non-profit that provides helpful and timely information on immigration issues as they develop. I subscribe to their listserve and regularly rely on their excellent practice advisories when advising my clients. I donate to this organization regularly because it is one of the most reliable sources for understanding and analyzing complex immigration laws. I also regularly download the information they have gathered on the impact of immigrants in each state and have used these when contacting my congressional representatives on these issues. They also have great educational resources for those wanting to learn more about the basics of immigration law and policy.
I am a practicing immigration attorney in Miami, FL. I subscribed to AIC's newsletter. AIC's practical advisories have significantly contributed to my practice. AIC's updates on the Immigration Reform and other relevant developing immigration issues are invaluable.
I always send reporters to the AIC for up to the minute information on immigration policy issues. I rely on AIC's excellent practice advisories on new programs such as the "deferred action" initiative for young immigrants. And AIC's J-1 exchange program for interns in business and technical fields has provided countless opportunities for American companies to make connections abroad.
I recently starting revieweing the AIC's updates and as a doctoral student and individual working in the field of immigration I have found the updates extremely helpful and informative. AIC will continue to be a source I will review for immigration information.
I am an immigration attorney who frequently consulst the phenomenal practice advisories published by AIC, and have clients who have benefited from AIC's litigation on immigration issues. I am grateful for their services to the immigrant community.
I rely on the information provided by American Immigration Council on a daily basis. I practice Immigration law in Texas. I represent clients before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals. This non-profit organization constitute an essencial tool in my practice either for research purposes and to stay on top of matters that are changing so dramatically on a daily basis.
American Immigration Council is a great source of public education and accessible research on all immigration issues. When I need information as a practitioner or advocate, I can trust the work of AIC. This is important in promoting justice and appreciation of our nations immigrant heritage and traditions.
The American Immigration Council is an incomparable resource for information and advocacy related to immigration and immigrants.
The American Immigration Council is at the forefront of all issues related to immigrants and immigration policy. The agency also maintains us, the every day Joe, informed and active. Kudos to the American Immigration Council for its good work.
Good source of weekly information about immigration and updates. Also some good articles about related subjects.
AIC has done an excellent job of voicing their opinion for immigration reform and informing the public about changes and policies in the immigration field.
The information that AIC provides is fundamental to groups that are working for change in immigration laws. I send it out to my e-list and use the information when speaking to our congressmen.
American Immigration Council is a strong voice for immigrants and immigration reform. They are LGBT inclusive as evidenced by asking me to write a post for their blog in 2013 on the struggles that same-sex binational families faced before the historic ruling of the Supreme Court of the United States that brought section 3 of DOMA (Defense of Marriage Act) down. I appreciate their work and have participated in a panel on immigration reform with staffer Wendy Feliz to the umbrella organization UNITY - the association of minority journalists associations - in 2012. I promote them as I can and try to get donors to help them with their work. The stories shared at their gala at the Immigration Lawyers convention in San Francisco in 2013 reinforced my view of AIC. It was nice to be acknowledged with my wife as a same-sex binational couple who had been victorious with the SCOTUS ruling.
Unbelievably great work on behalf of a population whose voice is often not heard in the political arena. Unique and powerful research and legal argument to support positive change which improves the lives of so many.
Of all the organisations that weigh in on immigration issues, the AIC is unique in that the information that comes from it is accurate, objective and fact-based. Too many of the other voices heard in immigration debates are from people who distort facts and are intellectually dishonest. Unlike them, the AIC always gets it right.
The quality of work being done by AIC is unmatched in immigration law. They provide vital practice advisories and important information to immigration lawyers and the public.
It is very insightful, delivering important information to the general public and professionals in this field.
Vary useful organization giving the general public and media a fair and balanced view of immigration issues and pending legislation. Their mission is particularly timely with the pending senate bill. I use their resources and recommend their website and e-mail updates to my clients.
AIC's practice advisories are a great and handy resource for immigration practitioners. AIC watches all immigration related developments in all branches of the government and timely disseminates information in a very impartial and objective manner. AIC's amicus briefs have helped courts understand immigration intricacies and have constantly resulted in some good decisions in interpreting immigration statutes. AIC is staffed with very dedicated professionals and zealous advocates. AIC has been an indispensable resource in my law practice of more than 23 years.
American Immigration Council keeps me informed on legal and policy developments in my area of law practice, immigration. This, in turn, allows me to more effectively represent the immigrant clients that I serve, which include crime victims, domestic abuse survivors, asylum applicants, and those seeking family reunification.
The AIC is a very effective watchdog that ensures that citizens, immigrants and their families are treated fairly by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the immigration courts, Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Customs and Border Patrol (CBP).
As an attorney who represents citizens, immigrants and their family members, I have been able to use the AIC's great work in advocacy and litigation to help my clients. The AIC has led several recent lawsuits against the DHS, ICE and CBP for violating the Bill of Rights in their treatment of people. For example, the DHS was systematically denying people the right to consult with an attorney during the visa and green card process. I personally have been able to use the briefs and practice pointers created by the AIC attorneys and staff to help my clients get the best possible consideration by officers of the U.S. Federal government.
The American Immigration Council is my "go to" source for precise and quick summaries of areas of immigration law when I need that fast but thorough explanation to get a grasp of a subject. Its devotion to helping provide accurate information as well as a commitment to educationing the legal profession in the area of immigration law makes it one of the best resources in our profession.
AIC provides timely, accessible and informative resources to the immigrant advocacy community. I have relied on its database and information innumerate times. A strong leader in the field.
The American Immigration council provides an invaluable service in the area of immigration policy. The materials they provide are timely, well written and on point. They provide complex information in a readable format that allows advocates for immigration reform to quickly access the relevant facts.
AIC is the advocacy arm of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and as was stated in AILA's 2012 Federal tax return (Form 990) is "directly controlled" by AILA (a statement was finally compelled to make for the very first time because of continued pressure from the membership). It is headquartered in AILA's building, and it shares some staff with AILA. More importantly, AILA's 12,000 members are forced to contribute to AIC, both through our national dues and our chapter dues, now to the tune of over $600,000 annually. This from an organization which has never polled its members on what positions it should take when speaking in behalf of the membership. AIC's independence is a legal fiction, its advocacy goals are decided by a small clique, and potential donors would be far, far better off donating to other, more worthwhile groups with both less overhead costs and more openly arrived-at goals. While one may agree with AIC's objectives, both AILA and AIC have traditionally been very disingenuous about the funding and operational control of AIC.
The American Immigration Council's mission of promoting laws, policies, and attitudes that value our country as a country of immigrants is critical in today's debate on immigration reform. I've volunteered in the AIC's 5th grade essay contest and I've been moved by the immigrant stories showcased at the annual AIC galas. Supporting AIC is a great way to feel good about our country.
As a private practitioner and litigator I have to say that the American Immigration Council is a valuable source. I have been practicing for more than 10 years and I still visit their resources. I love their practice pointers and informational updates. GREAT ORGANIZATION.
The AIC puts out many great documents that are useful in various ways. For example, it makes practice pointers that make extremely complex topics more understandable and provide insight on how to approach difficult topics. Whenever I see another one has come out, I immediately save it to my computer for future reference.
The AIC is an amazing and incredibly effective organization. I support it unconditionally because the AIC has a top notch and brilliant staff that simply get things done.
AIC provides excellent information for professionals in the field of immigration law and is a respected source for new information in an ever changing legal landscape. They provide many other immigration related public services as well -- but the legal action center is the part I utilize most.
A a member of the immigration bar, their resources, actions, and assistance with complex immigration matters is truly exceptional.
I am a former Board member and Chair of the Board (retired June 2012). I served the AIC for more than 11 years because it is a dynamic, exciting non-profit which values and maximizes the input of its volunteer board. My ideas, actions, hard work were directly translated into successful developments at the AIC. The Executive Director, Ben Johnson, is a gifted, charismatice and strategic leader. He has a terrifc staff as well. The impact and reach of the AIC on Capital Hill as well as throughout communiteis in the US has grwon exponentially over the past decade. The AIC's work has led directly to improvement in the lives and rights of immigrants, through impact litigation, credible, scholary reports on issues, the exchange visitor program and outreach to teachers and youth on issues impacting immigrants. This is a unique organization doing all the right things to expand its work and impact.
The American Immigration Council provides timely information and resources for people working on immigration. Their mission is the remind Americans of the importance and historical significance of immigration to America. In the current immigration debate, this information is sorely needed.
In my professional capacity an immigration attorney and author of books on immigration law, I rely on the American Immigration Council's legal practice advisories to keep me informed of the latest developments in the law. AIC is always on top of the issues, always writes thoughtful and thorough practice advisories, and often gets involved in amicus briefs on important cases in this complex, ever changing legal environment. AIC is a tremendous asset to immigration attorneys all over the country, and has helped to shape the development of the law in many positive ways. It's legal staff is also exceptionally open and responsive to questions. My hat's off to them!
The AIC fills a vital role in the US immigration community. We immigration lawyers get bogged down in day-to-day casework and rely on the AIC to alert us to urgent issues and provide practical ways for everyone to get involved.
As an immigration attorney, I rely on the resources the American Immigration Council provides and I also depend on organizations like this to work to make the policies I deal with every day better and more humane. This is a great organization.
I am an attorney with a practice in immigration law. American Immigration Council does great work in monitoring and initiating key developments in our U.S. immigration system, be it court cases, legislation, or agency developments. It is very effective in carrying out its mission and also fighting for the rights of immigrants in this country. AIC does wonderful work!
I am an immigration attorney who represented Emily Ruiz, a 4-year-old U.S. citizen who was "deported" to Guatemala in March, 2011. She as "deported" because immigration authorities would not release her to her parents, both of whom were undocumented. After we were able to bring Emily back to U.S., the AIC helped Emily find a large international firm to take on her case pro bono. AIC was pro bono co-counsel along with a large international law firm in an action against U.S. Customs and Border Protection. AIC's Melissa Crowe was tremendously helpful in drafting the original FOIA request and in guiding the team's legal strategy. If case is successful, AIC will have helped countless children from being separated from their parents solely because of legal status.
I am an immigration attorney and I am on the Advisory Board of the Legal Action Center of the AIC. As an attorney, the AIC has had a positive impact in my legal practice and the immigration community. The AIC publishes Practice Advisories about important topics relating to immigration law. Not only do I find these advisories helpful, but I have spoken to many immigration lawyers that rely upon them. I believe that the AIC Practice Advisories improve the quality of the practice of immigration law by many lawyers. The importance of this should not be underestimated because the quality of legal representation that non-citizens receive in immigration proceedings is constantly coming under question by the Federal Courts. The AIC also does amicus curiae briefs to the federal courts. I have had the AIC provide amicus curiae briefs in two of my cases. One of the questions below asks about the impact AIC has had. Because of their amicus briefs, this organization has had a life changing impact on countless non-citizens. Off the top of my head, AIC has been instrumental in arriving aliens being able to seek adjustment of status and aliens who have been deported being able to file motions to reopen. Considering all of the wonderful things that this organization does, it is truly an honor for me to be on their Advisory Board.
The American Immigration Council is a favorite of mine. I came to the USA on a scholarship as a foreign student. On graduation, I was not able to return to Hong Kong. Horrendous riots raged there, and a Swiss consul was killed sadly. So, when the immigration laws changed, I was able to immigrate. I was a social worker and a college teacher. Now I have been a lawyer specialising in immigration law for the last 38 years. I cannot imagine practising law without the AIC. I get the latest practice advisory from its Legal Action Center. Clients use the J visa program it runs. Its Immigration Policy Center has the latest positions supported by the American Immigration Lawyers Association. Its educational efforts reach deep into our schools, starting in 5th grade, with essays and poems that amaze me. I am so grateful the AIC is teaching our youngsters to repel bigotry. No more Chinese Exclusion Acts for our country!
American Immigration Council has had great successes recently. AIC's work resulted in the Obama Administration's recent changes in law. AID provids expert advice which are making a eal............change in people's lives. AIC's expert advice to practicioner's, like myself, has enabled Immigrant children and families to avoid deportation of their loved one's, obtain status to become full residents and citizen of the United States. AIC is indispencible to my work and that of many in the immigrant community. They are a unique resource for the currency, accuracy and source for law, commentary, research and advocacy which is disseminated to the public, immigration law practioners, and to the governmental agencies that change and implement recommended changes.
The American Immigration Council is one of the leading, non-partisan voices in the U.S. speaking out for rational and compassionate immigration reform.
Organization provides critically important information on various issues related to immigration law and policy.
The American Immigration Council is well suited to achieve its mission to recognize the important role of immigrants in the development of the American experience and to further both respect for individual immigrants and the contribution immigrants make generally. The Council, and its various components are a strong voice for rational policy, providing thoughtful leadership and scholarship to the public debate on this critical issue. Immigration fosters a great deal of debate but often relies more upon prejudice than fact for analysis. The Council's Immigration Policy Center, and the scholars who provide the research and papers are a strong antidote to this misinformation. Other centers within the Council are well suited to provide high quality services to the American public, including education, exchange visitor sponsorship and legal analysis and advocacy.
I'm proud to be on the Board of AIC. Now more than ever, it is a go to organization, widely disseminating critical information that is used by a variety of different organizations and individuals across the United States. In particular, AIC has been so instrumental in broadcasting the benefits of immigration to this country, and showcasing the nuances that are sometimes lost in this era of 30 second soundbites and social media.
The American Immigration Council is a great resource to professionals and others who want to get a balanced view of immigration and other related government policies. Their outreach extends to all levels of society, government, and education. They are a phenomenal resource for publications in the field. I look forward to their postings, newsletters, etc.
I have practiced immigration law for over 20 years. The more I came to understand the immigration system and politics, the more I realized that we needed a voice of reason to focus on the facts about immigration, educate people about immigration law and policy and litigate when necessary to assure due process for immigrants. I learned about AIC and realized that this was the voice I had been looking for. I have since helped promote AIC's program amoung immigration lawyers and the public, and now serve on AIC's board. I give my time and money to this organization because I believe the work AIC is doing is fundamental to assuring a just and workable immigration system. But even more, AIC helps safeguard the American identity as a nation of immigrants - and all that means to our society, economy and way of life.
With the deluge of federal agency memos, proposed regulations, public comments, policy changes, procedural changes, delayed effective dates, interim this and that, the American Immigration Council reviews and distills this overwhelming information and provides a clear, easily-read, easily-followed report. There's plenty of information out there. American Immigration Counsel analyzes that information and provided greatly needed clarity and guidance.
I am continually amazed at the innovative ways the AILA national office finds to educate and assist its members. They think, innovate and utilize the changing events in the immigration legal arena to ensure that its members are provided with the best tools to enhance their practices, thereby enabling the member attorneys to give excellent legal representation to their clients.
The American Immigration Council consistently addresses issues surrounding the contentious issue of immigration in America with facts and clear and concise explanations of the issues. The blog and other materials they publish are "must reads" for anyone who wants to be informed in this area.
I remain inspired day-to-day over the 16 years I have been an attorney, the 3 years I was a law student and the several years I was a public sector employee before that by the dedication and detailed work of the America Immigration Council. I donate annually to this organization and my donations pale in comparison to their achievements that I feel guilty I cannot give more. These are cutting edge champions of human and civil rights beyond compare.