Resources for Immigrants from the ACLU Florida

by Volusia Democrats | Feb 8, 2025 | Activism, Community, Government

With great thanks to the ACLU of Florida and Southeast Volusia Democratic Club member Milton Arnold for sharing these resources. Please share to your networks so everyone is aware.

Resources for Immigrants as of February 6, 2025

The Republican administration is increasing deportation of undocumented immigrants and also immigrants with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) such as Venezuelans. As an ACLU volunteer, Milton became aware of sources of information to prepare for and safely defend their rights during encounters with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

wehaverights.us. There is a series of 7 animated video stories (available in 7 languages) which describe possible interactions with ICE and how to defend your rights safely. Also on this site is a plan to prepare in advance in 3 languages.
Resources for Immigrants QR code page has 4 QR codes and one phone number: 1-888-600-5762 FLIC (Florida Immigrant Coalition) a non-profit that serves the immigrant community. All immigrants should put this number in their phone.

The QR codes bring you to these sources:

1. RAISE.IS raise.is: FLIC hotline, Know your Rights, Resources on Raids and Your Rights, Resource on Medical Care, Resources on Family Preparedness.
2. AFFORDABLE LEGAL SERVICES immigrationadvocates.org : Search by zip code or Detention Center database of low cost or free legal services.
3. USAHELLO IMMIGRATION GUIDE:usahello.org/safety a 2025 Immigration guide: Changes under the Trump Administration.
4. FLSPN RESOURCES LINKTR.EE/FLSPImmigrationResources (in 4 languages): Immigrant resources such as a raid hotline, legal aid, stay connected, immigration clinics & programs, Food Pantry locator, Know your Rights, Health Care, College Access, Traveling, Advocates for Migrants.