International Institute of Los Angeles

Transforming the lives of refugees, immigrants, and families in Southern California for 110 years. Legal help, childcare, nutrition and more.

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Our annual report on our work accomplished and financial position is now available! To download go to https://t.co/PhrOFPueho

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The Journalist’s Resource hosted a webinar on how to improve immigration news coverage with data-driven reporting and original story ideas. The recording is now available, click below to view. It features IILA Board member @LindaDakinGrimm

📷https://t.co/a3ABssEDoJ

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Cambria Tortorelli, CEO of International Institute of Los Angeles, discusses the massive shift for Ukrainian refugees in Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Two Ukrainian refugees, both of whom are IILA clients, are also interviewed.
https://t.co/F385Upg4lT

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Share & Help Your Neighbors
International Institute of Los Angeles (IILA) offers specialized resources for people at risk and concerned about deportation. Download resources here: https://t.co/mY6ydaDGpu
#SafetyPlanning #immigrantrights #deportationrisk #refugeesupport

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@JournoResource @CarmenNobel @LindaDakinGrimm @itscaitlinhd @ackocher Looking forward to this insightful discussion. Grateful to IILA Board Vice Chair @LindaDakinGrimm for lending her expertise!

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Join us on Feb. 25 for "Covering immigration stories in 2025: Expert insights and reporting advice," where @CarmenNobel will moderate a discussion with @LindaDakinGrimm, @itscaitlinhd & @ackocher.

Register & attend to inform your immigration reporting:

https://t.co/JPduac8ivw

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📷 The fight for refugee and immigrant rights is now! Join us in calling on our leaders to uphold our commitment to welcoming those in need. Find your Senators: https://t.co/Ht2DoJSvPr Find Your House Representatives: https://t.co/Tq44UX7q5r

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Call your Senators and Representatives! Urge them to stand with refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, humanitarian parolees, and TPS holders. Your voice matters
Find your Senators: https://t.co/Ht2DoJT3EZ
Find Your House Representatives: https://t.co/Tq44UX7XUZ
#TogetherWeRise

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International Institute of Los Angeles (IILA) stands in solidarity with refugee communities and expresses profound concern over suspending the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) effective January 27, 2025...

https://t.co/OyHRI0Or0b

#refugee #losangeles #community

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Please be advised of latest @metrolosangeles service alert:
-service impacts to some bus and rail lines today
-suspended fares for 1/9
-shuttle buses replace trains on A Line between SW Museum & Fillmore stations.

See more here: https://t.co/aQNnJVQaCK

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Evacuation Centers:
Westwood Recreation Center
1350 South Sepulveda Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025
El Camino Real Charter High School
5440 Valley Circle Blvd
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
https://t.co/WimL5Rwjla for more

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For those experiencing displacement, information is available on shelters, road closures, and animal shelters. The County has activated emergency response at https://t.co/5McIA5eMfy for all four wildfires and developments.

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📖 Special Offer: Support IILA and Receive a Gift!

Donate $75 or more to International Institute of Los Angeles and receive a free copy of Jonathan Blitzer’s “Everyone Who is Gone is Here”!

💙 Give now and claim your gift: https://t.co/SGSYXWkRti

#IILA #Empowerment #Refugees

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🎄✨The holidays can be a mix of joy & homesickness for immigrants. Balancing traditions from home with new ones isn’t always easy.

In a recent article, we offered tips for immigrants who are navigating the holidays. Read it at https://t.co/KvgmaQEeWA

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🌍 Today is International Migrants Day!

We honor the resilience, courage, & contributions of migrants worldwide. At IILA, we’re proud to support individuals and families as they build brighter futures.

Let’s work together for inclusion, equity, and dignity for all. 💙✨

#IILA

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🌟 A Journey of Hope and Opportunity 🌟

At IILA, we’re committed to empowering individuals to overcome challenges and build brighter futures. Fabiana’s story is a powerful example of how our programs make a lasting impact.

Read Fabiana's story here: https://t.co/aLMD7HXbKT

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🌟110 Years of Empowerment for Immigrants and Refugees

From its founding in 1914 to its continued mission today, IILA empowers individuals and celebrates diversity.

Watch our video and donate today!
👉 https://t.co/SGSYXWkRti

#IILA #110YearsOfEmpowerment #Immigrants #Refugees

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🌟 Staff Spotlight: Sylvia Gonzalez 🌟

Sylvia’s 40 years of dedication to IILA and the @metrolosangeles LIFE Program has transformed lives through transportation! 💪❤️

Read her story here: https://t.co/N1Ij8akjcl

#IILA #LIFEProgram #CommunitySupport #MakingADifference

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📜 Empowering Immigrant Women Since 1914

Learn how we’ve steadfastly advocated for immigrant women for over a century.

👉Watch the Video and support our mission
Scan the QR code or visit: https://t.co/SGSYXWkjDK

#IILA #ImmigrantWomen #Empowerment #RefugeesWelcome

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💛 Open Your Home, Change a Life 🌍
IILA is welcoming more refugees who need host families or affordable housing!

1-2 bedrooms
Kitchen access
Near schools/transport
1+ month availability
Dari (Farsi) or Spanish speakers preferred

DM us or email [email protected]