WHO WE ARE

Ayuda provides legal, social, and language services to help low-income immigrants in our neighborhoods access justice and transform their lives. For over 50 years, we have served more than 150,000 low-income immigrants throughout Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia.

Ayuda’s expert and dedicated professionals help immigrants from anywhere in the world navigate the immigration and justice systems and access the social safety net. This comprehensive and welcoming approach breaks down barriers, helps those in need, and makes our communities stronger!

LATEST NEWS

Loudoun County Must Commit to Survivor Safety By Ending ICE Collaboration

No one should choose between their safety and the risk of deportation.

Interview: Fish Shop’s Chef Ria Montes Shares How Food and the Immigrant Experience Inform Her Table

We sat down with Fish Shop’s Chef Ria Montes (RM) for a wide-ranging conversation about her immigrant experience, growing up in Queens, and most importantly: food.

New Data: Immigrant Domestic Violence Survivors Are More Reluctant to Seek Help

Ahead of National Domestic Violence Counts Day, Ayuda warns of a growing crisis: Immigrant domestic abuse survivors are avoiding police and courts due to fear of deportation. As abusers weaponize immigration status, walk-in clinic referrals have dropped to 29%, highlighting an urgent need for safe, accessible legal support.