Meet Colin Koehler, our incredible Administrative Associate and the first friendly face many of our clients meet at CLIA! From bridging language gaps to keeping our fast-paced office organized, Colin's dedication and compassion shine through in everything he does.
In our latest Staff Spotlight, Colin shares what he finds most rewarding about his role, his strategies for ensuring every client feels heard, and what motivates him to serve Nebraska's immigrant and refugee community.
@immcouncil@NPR@UNOmaha At CLIA, we believe in a Nebraska where all families can live with dignity and without fear. We remain steadfast in our mission to provide holistic legal services to ensure immigrants and refugees can thrive.
@immcouncil@NPR@UNOmaha The fear is so significant that even fully authorized workers are staying home, putting food production and local farms at risk.
A recent @flatwaterfreep article highlights a case of alleged U visa fraud in Omaha and the chilling effect it could have on immigrant victims of crime. Our Executive Director, Mary Choate, shared her concerns with the publication:
@flatwaterfreep Cases of fraud are rare, but they can be used to undermine this vital program and make it harder for legitimate victims to get the protection they need.
Read the full article to learn more about this important issue:
π https://t.co/n3mMP4m9ag.
We're deeply concerned by the recent announcement of a new detention facility in McCook. Our Executive Director, Mary Choate, shared her thoughts with @1011_News on why this approach is so harmful:
@1011_News Protesters in Lincoln and McCook are echoing these fears, standing up for their families, friends, and neighbors who have come here to work and build their lives.