Illinois Welcoming Centers (IWC) Illinois Welcoming Centers (IWC) are comprehensive service centers for the integration of immigrants and refugees in Illinois. The Illinois Welcoming Center's innovative model eliminates systemic barriers that immigrants may have in approaching state services. Learn More.

Oct 5, 2023 · Thousands of migrants have been arriving in Illinois and Chicago for more than a year and new warnings claim thousands more could be sent to the region in the coming days and months.

The Immigrant Family Resource Program (IFRP) is a contract between immigrant-serving organizations in Illinois, The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR), and the Illinois Department of Human Services to support immigrant access to public benefits.

14 hours ago · The Trump administration sued officials in Illinois, Chicago and Cook County on Thursday over policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement authorities, accusing them of ...

Provide citizenship education and application services to resident non-citizens desiring to become United States citizens. Provide outreach and interpretation services to limited English proficient individuals requiring supportive services.

15 hours ago · The U.S. Justice Department filed a lawsuit Thursday against both Chicago and Illinois, alleging the state's and city's immigration policies and welcoming city status impede federal regulations.

The Attorney General's Office upholds just immigration policies and educates Illinois' immigrant communities about their rights and important services available as residents of Illinois.

It is time for a robust and coordinated response from the Federal, State, and local level to ensure that immigrants and asylum seekers thrive in Chicago and Illinois.

13 hours ago · The suit asserts that sanctuary laws in Chicago, Cook County and Illinois have obstructed federal efforts to enforce immigration policy. By Julie Bosman Reporting from Chicago The Trump ...

We provide resources and referrals to free services for immigrants, refugees, and new arrivals.