IRIS Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service, Los Angeles

09/04/2026

Elizabeth Barrera's IRIS Internship—through the Angelino Corps—provided an opportunity for meaningful involvement in community resource-sharing.

The Angelino Corps program, run by the Boyle Heights Technology YouthSource Center, was designed to mitigate economic barriers. This 10+ month internship pairs full-time college students with meaningful professional experience. Interns receive payment, so neither resume-building nor supporting their household need to be sacrificed.
Elizabeth contributed across all IRIS programs by designing communications materials, utilizing Spanish fluency for client calls, and much more. For the end of the internship, Elizabeth and her cohort presented reports of their experience. As the '25-'26 cohort transitions out, please join us listening to her experiences and cheering for their futures!

https://bhtechyouthcenter.wixsite.com/bhtyc
https://hirelayouth.com/
https://www.iris-la.org/

09/02/2026

For Arely, an IRIS Internship through the Angelino Corps has meant growth in professionalism, community-building, and technical skills.

The Angelino Corps program, run by the Boyle Heights Technology YouthSource Center, was designed to mitigate economic barriers. This 10+ month internship pairs full-time college students with meaningful professional experience. Interns receive payment, so neither resume-building nor supporting their household need to be sacrificed.
Working across IRIS programs, Arely has provided skilled interpretation between case managers and legal clients, developed immigration fact reports, and much more. For the end of the internship, Arely and her cohort presented reports of their experience. As the '25-'26 cohort wraps up, please join us hearing her experiences and cheering for their futures!

https://bhtechyouthcenter.wixsite.com/bhtyc
https://hirelayouth.com/
https://www.iris-la.org/

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

(RNS) VIDEO — For years, the Rev. Eduardo Fabian Arias, a Lutheran pastor in Manhattan, has ministered to immigrants. Now, much of his work takes place inside and around Federal Plaza immigration court in Midtown Manhattan.

08/31/2026

Within two weeks, the U.S. benefit of Temporary Protected Status will no longer be valid for nationals of El Salvador.🇸🇻 ⚠

The Sept. 9th deadline also means the end of this group's employment authorization.

Consult a trusted legal professional for support in navigating transitions in status. Your family's stability matters.

08/21/2026

¿Necesita asesoramiento para su caso de inmigración? Venga para una consulta gratuita y confidencial. 🤝

El personal legal de IRIS está certificado federalmente para practicar la Ley de Inmigración de los Estados Unidos. Aproveche su experiencia y los bajos costos de bono para estabilizar su estado. 📄

🗣Hablamos inglés, español, ruso, farsi, dari, árabe, pashto, francés y más.
Estamos aquí para ayudar. Alcanza hoy.📲

08/21/2026

Are you in need of advice for your immigration case? Come in for a free, confidential consultation. 🤝

IRIS has a team of staff who are legally certified to practice U.S. Immigration Law. 📑 Leverage our expertise and low-bono costs to stabilize your status.

We're here to help. Reach out today. 📲

🗣We speak English, Spanish, Russian, Farsi, Dari, Arabic, Pashto, French & more.

08/19/2026

🌐World Humanitarian Day🤝

08/18/2026

💵ATTN Immigrant Entrepreneurs:

💸IRIS has a partnership to get your business growing. Auto-financing, loans of $15,000, and expert counseling are available for business purposes.

🤝See the flyer for eligible immigrant statuses & contact IRIS today. Our general contacts are below, though you can reach staff directly at [email protected]

08/04/2026

What to expect when you're expecting... a naturalization interview!🇺🇸👩🏼‍⚖️

This post is for informational purposes only. For legal advice, please contact the IRIS office for a free case consultation and low-bono assistance.