Immigration & Community Resources
Curated By: Annika Cole, Advocacy Manager
As we anticipate potential federal deployments in Chicago, many of us are feeling uncertainty. In moments like this, it’s important to stand together as neighbors and ensure our communities have access to reliable information and resources.
Below are trusted resources to help you know your rights, access support, and connect with organizations working to protect immigrant and refugee families in Illinois.
Key Resources
Immigration Rights & Emergency Support
Illinois Immigration Information Hub – illinoisimmigrationinfo.org
Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights (ICIRR) – icirr.org/resources
Know Your Rights guides for interactions with ICE
24/7 Family Support Hotline: 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY (1-855-435-7693)
Report Trust Act violations
Report ICE activity / locate someone in ICE custody
Connect with an immigration attorney
Resources on DACA, healthcare, public charge updates, workplace rights & safety
Training & Legal Support
The Resurrection Project – trpimmigrantjustice.org
Sign up for a Know Your Rights training
National Employment Law Project – Guidance on what to do if immigration enforcement comes to your workplace
Arise Chicago – arisechicago.org/immigrantrights
Digital toolkit and additional resources for employers
City & National Resources
City of Chicago, Office of the Mayor – Resources from the Office of Immigrant, Migrant, and Refugee Rights
Protecting Immigrant Families Coalition (co-led by CLASP and NILC) – pifcoalition.org
“Back to School” resources for immigrant families
Moving Forward Together
During uncertain times, information is power—and solidarity is strength. Please share these resources with your networks so our communities are prepared, protected, and supported.
