International Refugee Assistance Project
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About International Refugee Assistance Project
editThe International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) is a leading organization dedicated to providing legal support and systemic advocacy for refugees and displaced persons worldwide. With an innovative model based on a virtual public interest law firm, IRAP mobilizes a global network of staff, student attorneys, and pro bono partners to provide free, high-quality legal advice.
Key Products and Services
editIRAP provides direct legal support for refugees and asylum seekers to enable their safe access to host countries. The organization works in the areas of asylum, family reunification, climate displacement, and Special Immigrant Visas (SIV). Through strategic litigation and systemic advocacy, IRAP advocates for the improvement of refugee laws and policies to expand the rights and access to safety for displaced persons worldwide.
Mission and Values
editIRAP's mission is to ensure that every person has a safe place to live and a safe way to get there. The organization advocates for fairness, humanity, and the protection of the rights of refugees. IRAP believes in the power of collaboration and works with a wide range of partners to advance global refugee protection measures.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editIRAP is committed to sustainable solutions by identifying systemic barriers and addressing them through legal challenges and policy changes. The organization aims to develop an enforceable system of legal and procedural rights for refugees and displaced persons worldwide. A significant project is the "Audacious Project," which aims to expand legal support to 2.5 million displaced people worldwide.
Current Initiatives
editIRAP is actively defending the rights of refugees at the US-Mexico border and working to combat discriminatory policies such as "Remain in Mexico" and "Title 42." The organization provides legal support and education for asylum seekers and advocates for fairer and more efficient asylum processes. Through strategic litigation, IRAP has achieved significant court victories that have expedited access to safety in the USA.
IRAP remains an indispensable player in the global fight for refugee rights and tirelessly works to ensure that the voices of the displaced are heard and their rights protected.