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Volunteer Profile: Joanne Lee

October 1, 2017

Volunteer Joanne Lee, Yale law student and Co-President of the YLS chapter of the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) writes: “Near the end of my first semester of law school, I took a day off from studying for final exams to help a detained mom and her two-year-old daughter. The family was in imminent danger of being deported back to violence, and I wanted to help the family fight that. I pored over the family’s story and crafted a legal argument for their release.

It was the most meaningful thing that I did that semester. Up to that point, law school had felt like an ivory tower full of highbrow rhetoric that was completely divorced from my experiences as an immigrant of color.

ASAP grounded me. It gave me a passion that I could hold onto. When I learned a few weeks later that the family was released, I realized I had found my calling: providing legal services to underserved immigrants. Since then, I have continued to work with fellow immigrants, including through ASAP, and I won’t be stopping anytime soon.”

 


Latest News

ASAP’s Visit to the Mexico-U.S. Border

Daniela Rodriguez   November 26, 2019

Earlier this month, the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project’s (ASAP) Legal Emergency Room (Legal ER) team – Dennise Moreno, Nicole Tan,…
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ASAP Fights Proposed DHS Rule

Daniela Rodriguez   November 8, 2019

ASAP is fighting government efforts to make it impossible for asylum seekers to work in the United States. The Asylum…
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Family Closer to Reunification

Daniela Rodriguez   September 30, 2019

This summer, ASAP took on the challenge of bringing Leticia back from Guatemala and reuniting her with her son. Leticia…
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ASAP Becomes Standalone Nonprofit

Swapna Ready   September 27, 2019

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is excited to announce that we are now an independent nonprofit organization! In July…
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Mother Overturns Deportation Order

Daniela Rodriguez   September 25, 2019

Naomi and her children are no longer living in fear of detention and imminent deportation. Now they can present their…
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ASAP Staff Retreat in Alabama

Daniela Rodriguez   September 24, 2019

Last week the ASAP team traveled to Alabama for a wonderful staff retreat. During the retreat, we spent quality time…
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Hearings in Two States in Same Week

Conchita Cruz   September 4, 2019

The government expected Luz to appear in two different immigration courts thousands of miles apart – in the same week….
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ASAP Grows Systemic Reform Team

Daniela Rodriguez   September 2, 2019

  ASAP has expanded its Systemic Reform department in response to evolving immigration crises, welcoming two new staff members to…
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ASAP Staff Spotlight: Daniela

Daniela Rodriguez   August 30, 2019

We are excited to introduce Daniela Rodriguez as the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project’s (ASAP) Executive Assistant! Daniela migrated to the…
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Victory in Legal ER

Conchita Cruz   August 13, 2019

Zulema accessed emergency legal aid and averted deportation for herself and her family. We met Zulema in our online community…
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Response to Threat of Raids

Daniela Rodriguez   July 24, 2019

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) responded to the threat of immigration raids on asylum seekers this summer. ASAP quickly…
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ASAP Staff Spotlight: Marilyn

Conchita Cruz   July 23, 2019

We are excited to introduce Marilyn E. Alvarado, ASAP’s new litigation paralegal! Marilyn is a native New Yorker who has…
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ASAP Sues to Stop Deportations

Conchita Cruz   July 11, 2019

ASAP joined with three other legal services organizations in suing the government to stop the deportations of thousands of asylum…
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ASAP Launches New Online Community

Conchita Cruz   July 1, 2019

ASAP is excited to announce the launch of a new online community for all Spanish-speaking adults who are seeking asylum…
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ASAP Intern Spotlight: Edith

Janis Jin   June 30, 2019

This summer ASAP has been very grateful to host Legal Intern Edith Lerner, whose work has played in key role…
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Victory for Family Suing ICE and CBP

Dorothy Tegeler   June 13, 2019

ASAP clients Suny Rodriguez and her minor son settled a first-of-its-kind federal lawsuit against U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)…
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Lawsuit for Reunited Families

Conchita Cruz   June 10, 2019

For families separated at the border, reunification was only the first step towards safety and justice. These families now face…
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ASAP Staff Spotlight: Jasmina

Conchita Cruz   June 7, 2019

We are very excited to introduce Jasmina Nogo, ASAP’s newest Staff Attorney! Jasmina came to the United States as a…
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Winning Asylum Against the Odds

Conchita Cruz   May 31, 2019

ASAP represented Andrea in reopening her asylum case, after she received a deportation order. When Andrea first contacted ASAP in…
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Mom Represents Herself And Wins

Conchita Cruz   April 14, 2019

Last month, the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) helped Emily prepare a motion to move her case from Atlanta immigration…
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ASAP Staff Retreat in Chicago

Conchita Cruz   April 3, 2019

The ASAP team convened in Chicago last week for an action-packed staff retreat. After a few in-person meetings and strategy…
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IRAP Litigation Partnership

Evelyn Núñez   March 7, 2019

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) and the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) are excited to announce our partnership to…
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ASAP Staff Spotlight: William

Conchita Cruz   March 6, 2019

Communications and Development Associate William Montgomery says: “I feel so lucky to be a part of this team and to…
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ASAP Featured in Legal Journal

Evelyn Núñez   March 5, 2019

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is proud to be featured in Professor Lindsay Harris’s recent article in Clinical Law…
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Victory in Legal ER

Evelyn Núñez   February 28, 2019

  Zulema accessed emergency legal aid and averted deportation for herself and her family. We met Zulema through our online community…
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ASAP Partner Spotlight: MSHRP

Evelyn Núñez   January 23, 2019

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is proud to partner with the Mount Sinai Human Rights Program (MSHRP), a program…
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A Volunteer’s Week in Dilley

Evelyn Núñez   January 19, 2019

ASAP at Yale member, Hannah Duncan, traveled to the Mexico-U.S. border to provide assistance to families at the SouthTexas Family…
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Deportation Reversed for Family

Evelyn Núñez   January 18, 2019

After working with the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) to successfully reverse her deportation order, Maria shared: “I feel at…
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ASAP’s Second Annual Report

Conchita Cruz   November 29, 2018

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) has released our second Annual Report! ASAP’s online community member, Libia shared: “When I…
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ASAP Condemns New Border Rule

Evelyn Núñez   November 9, 2018

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) condemns the new interim final rule limiting the ways families fleeing violence can seek…
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Co-Founder Grows Policy Work

Swapna Ready   October 15, 2018

We are excited to announce the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) co-founder Conchita Cruz has received a two-year fellowship from…
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After Reunification, Fight Continues

Evelyn Núñez   October 14, 2018

Javier, an asylum-seeking father recently reunited with his child, said, “I was separated from my son who is seven years old,…
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ASAP Supporters Take Action

Evelyn Núñez   October 12, 2018

Two weeks ago, we called on our supporters to take a stand against the inhumane detention of immigrant children. This…
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ASAP Condemns Detention of Children

Evelyn Núñez   September 17, 2018

Last week the Trump administration proposed new regulations that would allow the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain immigrant…
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A Summer Fighting for Families

Evelyn Núñez   August 30, 2018

Through a difficult summer filled with heart-wrenching news and attacks against asylum seekers, the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) was…
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Victory for Mother and Daughter

Evelyn Núñez   August 17, 2018

After receiving news of a victory in her case, Libia shared her reflections about navigating the immigration system: “I used…
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New Guide for Border Advocates

Swapna Ready   July 30, 2018

Access to an attorney while in detention could mean life or death for asylum-seeking families fleeing unspeakable violence. Since its…
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ASAP is Hiring

Evelyn Núñez   July 26, 2018

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is now hiring a Development Associate and an Immigration Staff Attorney! ASAP serves over 2,800…
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ASAP Fights for Families

Evelyn Núñez   June 29, 2018

In recent weeks, the Trump administration has heightened attacks on asylum seekers and their families. In an effort to deter…
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ASAP Helps Client Find New Beginning

Evelyn Núñez   June 27, 2018

  After fighting to reverse her deportation order, our client Andrea shared this message: “I am happy and grateful for…
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ASAP Co-Founders Speak Out

Swapna Ready   June 2, 2018

In response to the Trump administration’s recent policy changes, ASAP’s staff have spoken out on various publications and broadcast programs…
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ASAP Receives Outpouring of Support

Evelyn Núñez   June 1, 2018

In recent weeks, ASAP has been deeply grateful for the major outpouring of support. Thousands have donated, joined our mailing…
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ASAP Fellowship Sponsorship

Evelyn Núñez   May 28, 2018

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) at the Urban Justice Center seeks to sponsor law students and recent law school…
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ASAP Issues Policy Report

Evelyn Núñez   May 22, 2018

Did you know that 85% of the more than 24,000 asylum-seeking families ordered deported from July 2014 to November 2016…
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Reflections from ASAP’s Interns

Swapna Ready   May 20, 2018

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) was delighted to host three college interns this past semester—Ana Ribadeneira, Liana Wang, and…
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Mothers Build Strength in Community

Evelyn Núñez   May 11, 2018

Updated June 22, 2018 Our private online community is growing! The group has expanded by nearly 100 members this past…
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ASAP Welcomes New Staff

Evelyn Núñez   April 10, 2018

We are excited to welcome Evelyn Núñez and Nicole Tan as the newest additions to the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project…
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Client Wins Challenging Appeal

Evelyn Núñez   April 2, 2018

Four months after refusing to grant Cristina’s appeal and reverse her deportation order, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) has…
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ASAP Joins Greater Sum 2018 Cohort

Evelyn Núñez   April 1, 2018

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is excited to announce that we are now members of The Greater Sum Foundation’s…
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Diary from Baby Jail

Dorothy Tegeler   March 21, 2018

Each year, law student volunteers from the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP)’s chapter at Yale Law School travel to the…
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ASAP’s First Annual Report

readytoblog   December 6, 2017

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) has released our first ever Annual Report! ASAP client Sandra says, “As someone who did…
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ASAP Seeks An Immigration Paralegal

Swapna Ready   December 6, 2017

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is looking for an immigration paralegal to join our team! The paralegal’s responsibilities will…
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Tribune Op-Ed: Sessions is Wrong

readytoblog   December 1, 2017

Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) board member Michelle Mendez and co-founder Swapna Reddy write in the Chicago Tribune: “Last week,…
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#GivingTuesday Success

Swapna Ready   November 29, 2017

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is excited to announce that our #GivingTuesday campaign was a success! With your help,…
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ASAP Wins J.M.K. Innovation Prize

Dorothy Tegeler   November 21, 2017

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) has been named one of ten winners of the 2017 J.M.K. Innovation Prize! Awarded…
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Emergency Motions to Reopen Project

readytoblog   October 17, 2017

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is excited to announce a 96% win rate for our emergency motions to reopen…
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Raising Awareness in October

Dorothy Tegeler   October 16, 2017

October has been a busy month as our co-founders presented at events and trainings for: the American Bar Association, Building…
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Client Fights Fraud, Inspires Others

Dorothy Tegeler   October 4, 2017

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP)’s client Luna fled to the United States after her siblings were murdered and she…
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Volunteer Profile: Joanne Lee

Dorothy Tegeler   October 1, 2017

Volunteer Joanne Lee, Yale law student and Co-President of the YLS chapter of the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) writes: “Near…
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ASAP Welcomes New Staff

Dorothy Tegeler   September 1, 2017

We are excited to have co-founders Dorothy Tegeler and Liz Willis officially join our staff! Dorothy is joining the Asylum…
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Great Fundraising News

readytoblog   July 6, 2017

Thank you to the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, the Conant Family Foundation, and Echoing Green for supporting our work and helping the…
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Lawsuit Against ICE Moves Forward

Dorothy Tegeler   May 25, 2017

The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP)’s client Suny Rodriguez sued the U.S. government for its mistreatment of her and her…
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Mother and Newborn Reunited

Dorothy Tegeler   May 14, 2017

A few months ago, a woman reached out to us through the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP)’s online community for…
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Asylum Win for North Carolina Family

Dorothy Tegeler   April 30, 2017

Sandra and her father were mayoral candidates in Central America, when her father was murdered. After his murder, Sandra began…
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Student Reflection from Detention

Dorothy Tegeler   March 20, 2017

Guest Post by Iva Velickovic, Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) Volunteer Last Thursday, I practiced counting to ten with a…
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Op-Ed: Deportation Could Mean Death

Dorothy Tegeler   March 9, 2017

Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) co-founders Conchita Cruz and Swapna Reddy published an op-ed in TIME highlighting the importance of…
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