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Past Events
3/1/2023
The Intersection of TPS and Asylum for Afghan Parolees: Considerations for Practitioners and Pro Bono Attorneys
Thousands of Afghans who were evacuated to the U.S. beginning in August 2021 when the Taliban assumed control were granted a temporary parole status that is valid for only two years. Some have already successfully applied for a more permanent legal status like asylum – but many more are in the process of doing so or still need to. Faced with increasing asylum processing delays and the impending expiration of parole statuses beginning in August 2023, how should legal practitioners advise Afghan clients to ensure continuity of status (as well as work authorization) while they pursue asylum applications? Under what circumstances should they also apply for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)? How do those applications affect the other? Are there other strategies to consider?
Join the Welcome Legal Alliance for a webinar to discuss these approaches – and how volunteers can help.
SPEAKERS:
Jennie Guilfoyle, Legal Director, VECINA
Ilana Greenstein, Senior Attorney, Immigration Justice Campaign
Adonia Simpson, Director of Policy and Pro Bono, ABA Commission on Immigration
Karen Lucas, Consulting Senior Advisor, Welcome.US (Moderator)
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2/23/2023
Asylum Declaration Training for Attorneys and Accredited Representatives Working with Afghan OAW/OAR Parolees
WHAT: A one-hour presentation to help attorneys and accredited representatives navigate the beginning stages of application preparation for their Afghan OAW/OAR asylum clients.
TRAINING INCLUDES:
- Tips on how to conduct the initial client meeting
- Tips on drafting the asylum declaration
- Tips on drafting witness statements
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1/26/2023
AFGHAN ASYLUM INTERVIEW ORIENTATION SESSION FOR ATTORNEYS AND ACCREDITED REPRESENTATIVES
WHAT: A one-hour presentation to help attorneys and accredited representatives prepare their Afghan OAW/OAR asylum applicants for their asylum interviews.
WE WILL COVER:
- Purpose of the interview
- Guiding your client through the logistics of the asylum office
- Types of questions the Asylum Officer will ask your client
- Tips on how to prepare your client for the interview
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These webinars are presented in collaboration with members of the Welcome Legal Alliance.
