IRIS Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service, Los Angeles

06/15/2026

For many youths, the U.S. has been home even when they didn't have a local birth certificate or legal status to prove it.🤱
14 years ago, DACA created an opportunity for these young people to work, earn an education, and contribute more visibly to the community.

Though it persists, there are current challenges in court. There is no time to delay your application when it comes to DACA renewal.
Check your case with the steps below & contact IRIS with any questions!📑

IRIS has been providing skilled, confidential support for people to renew their DACA status since starting legal services (~10 years ago).

06/12/2026

Answering Frequently Asked Questions about Ukrainian Immigration Statuses in the U.S. 🇺🇸 🇺🇦

06/12/2026

IRIS will be back at the Ukrainian Culture Center - UCC with community partners for a day full of food🥟, fun🎨, and a few high-value prizes!🥳✨

⚖️An IRIS Legal Practitioner will be presenting on legal rights and responsibilities, especially for Ukrainians. If you have questions about documentation, applications, or benefit eligibility, we are here for you.📑

06/08/2026

Cheers to Marisol Carlos! As the academic year comes to a close, so too does the internship with Para Los Niños' Angelino Corps.

For the past 10 months, Marisol has brought a skilled dedication to every project and task. From case interpretation to legal research and everything in between, her eye for detail and bright personality bring significant contributions to any team.

Happy Graduation, Marisol!

Best of luck in your Berkeley summer☀️⚖️

05/29/2026

How do migrant-support non-profits get public funding?

❗️By having champion representatives & civic engagement❗️Elections are around the corner, voters. California's in-person, early voting starts Sat. May 30th, with the cutoff at 8PM June 2nd. Mailed ballots can be dropped off any time before then.

You can still register at your county's official voting locations through Election Day, even if you missed the May 18th deadline

Don't miss out on the opportunities to influence public policy & public funding.

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California's official voter guide: https://voterguide.sos.ca.gov/

*Different states have varying voter eligibility requirements

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

Hope Lutheran sure does have a fitting name! What a blessing it is to be contacted by neighbors ready to mobilize with support.
Essentials kits like these get distributed frequently to immigrants, refugees, and other migrant clients who need community support. We send a hearty thanks to Hope Lutheran Church, Hollywood, CA and everyone who volunteered for Service Sunday!

Yesterday we made kits to support Interfaith Refugee & Immigrant Services for our monthly Service Sunday project!

IRIS Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service, Los Angeles offers several programs including refugee resettlement, immigration legal services, cultural orientation, and food assistance. IRIS is a program of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and we are grateful to help support their work!

05/25/2026

05/20/2026

At IRIS, especially in our Episcopal roots, we stand for the dignity of all humans. This shooting is a tragedy. May we all put effort to prevent cruelty in our communities, country, and beyond.

Thanks to Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California for a meaningful statement.