Liminal Space
As we prepare to gather with family in the coming days, I think of our many clients who are unable to be with their loved ones. Families separated by borders and violence.
Advent: Look for the dawn while it’s still dark
The season of Advent began this past Sunday. I'm not referring to Advent calendars where we (and our pets) can pop open a daily window to enjoy a treat in the countdown to Christmas.
Why I Chose Jubilee
I joined the Jubilee team over two years ago. I was especially drawn to Jubilee’s articulation of core values which center on our shared humanity and community.
A Bigger Imagination
Inspired. I've been reflecting on what has and continues to inspire me. It's generally not charisma or heroics. Rather, I'm inspired by ordinary people who make everyday choices to love, forgive and extend mercy.
Surviving Human Trafficking
In 2012, a large earthquake hit Guatemala, destroying Elisabeth’s family home. With substantial debts to pay and a young daughter with severe disabilities, Elisabeth felt she had no choice but to make the journey north to find work.
Ana Torres: 22-23 DreamSF Fellow
Former Dream SF Fellow Ana Torres shares her experience of working at Jubilee
A new grant to help unaccompanied children and youth
In the past decade, we have witnessed a dramatic increase in the number of young people arriving at our southern border in desperate circumstances. In 2022, more than 130,000 children and youth traveled alone to the U.S., seeking refuge from violence and poverty. This number has tripled since 2017.
Amira’s Story
Long time Jubilee client Amira Strain shares how she came to Jubilee and her pathway to citizenship.
Shared Abundance. Generous Giving
Thank you for helping us raise over $56,000 with our end-of-the-year matching campaign!
Jubilee’s Jubilee
On October 13, 2022, Jubilee Immigration Advocates celebrated seven years of serving our immigrant communities. A night of sharing with partners, clients and supporters.
Eight asylum wins so far this year
This means 15 of our clients and their family members can take refuge in the U.S. indefinitely.
“If not me, then you”
Meet Jubilee’s Operations Manager, Luis Calixto, and learn about his journey as a former Jubilee DreamSF fellow.
Together, we raised over $59,000
We succeeded and surpassed our goal! Together, we raised over $59,000! Your generosity will allow us to expand our legal services to even more immigrants and refugees this year.
Family from Honduras sought refuge in the U.S.
Evelyn was one of the few whose trial went forward, giving her the opportunity to tell her story before an immigration judge. She courageously testified to terrifying persecution in Honduras. Evelyn had fled her partner, a former military soldier and current law enforcement officer in Honduras, after years of abuse and torment.
Jubilee receives grant from Generosity Bay Area
A video submitted to Generosity Bay Area nominating Jubilee for the grant.
Muddled in fog
May you extend grace to yourself as you stand in your spaces of uncertainty, knowing that the way forward will come. Perhaps not the way we expect or want, but somehow, some way, we are held and led onward.
Over 1800 individuals served
Last two years, we’ve served over 1800 individuals. Most of our clients have incomes at or below 250% of the federal poverty guidelines ($66,250 for a family of 4).
Hope for Burmese Immigrants
Story of immigrants from Burma from perspective of Jubilee attorney Maria Segarra.