Resource Directory

American Civil Liberties Union - to request legal assistance use the form at link above. We review every request, but the ACLU-NJ provides direct representation to only a small number of clients, in cases with the potential to set legal precedents for civil liberties. Some of the issues we look for relate to: Freedom of speech or censorship; Racial equity; Immigrants’ rights; LGBTQ+ rights; Police practices and illegal searches & arrests; Decarceration; Deprivations of due process for incarcerated people; Voting rights; Reproductive rights; Student rights and youth justice; Religious liberty

Legal services for the immigrant and refugee community

Various services for children adults, and families: counseling, intensive outpatient mental health treatment, immigration services, youth crisis intervention, and more

Variety of services for immigrants and their families

Private counselor ages 11+, specializing in immigrant and Spanish-speaking populations; women's groups avail.

Support groups and free services serving immigrant families of Chinese origin affected by mental illness

Services for immigrants and refugees - primarily the Central NJ Spanish-speaking community

For non-English speakers: RVCC is offering free literacy and English language skills to help individuals prepare for employment in the in-demand food service industry. Classes will focus on such skills as listening, speaking and writing.

Career Center with supportive, specialized services for different populations

Career Center with supportive, specialized services for different populations

Free English conversation groups, tutoring, U.S. Citizenship preparation classes

Providing support for Mexican citizens, immigration support, emergency passports, repatriation of vulnerable people, advice on labor matters including discrimination and worker's compensation, advice on civil and family matters including domestic violence and child support, advice on criminal matters, and more

NJAIJ is New Jersey's largest immigration coalition. Our membership-based effort includes labor, faith, policy, community-based, and grassroots organizations in every corner of the state. NJAIJ harnesses the power and strength of our membership to position immigrant communities as leaders in campaigns that advance justice, inclusion, and belonging. As a member-based coalition, NJAIJ leads both movement building and advocacy campaigns. Our movement building work invests in organizers, advocates, and activists by providing tools, trainings, resources, and other supports so that every person feels empowered to lead change for their community. Our advocacy campaigns are centered at the intersections of racial, social, and economic justice to push forward transformative policy solutions. NJAIJ's advocacy priorities are derived from our membership to address historic and structural harms and advance justice and belonging for our communities.

Divorce (Clinic) Counties Serviced: Bergen, Hudson, Passaic

Discrimination - any area arising from, or reasonably related to victimization If prospective client is not VCCO-eligible, the hourly rate is $60 – retainer ($2,500-$5,000) may be required. Email is the preferred method. The intake team should be in direct contact via email within 24-48 hours to set up an intake call. RLA has the capacity to handle 50-100 FRO cases and related representation each year. Counties: Statewide

Variety of services beyond books/materials, including notary, ESL, citizenship, groups, jobs, etc.

Office and website listing services and supports for newly arrived immigrants. See links below for resource packets with additional information: English: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/njnewamericans/newcomers/docs/Welcome-Booklet_en2.pdf Spanish: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/njnewamericans/newcomers/docs/Welcome-Booklet_sp2.pdf

Culturally Specific Organization ONLY CONSULTATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME Free legal information sessions: https://www.vljnj.org/know-your-rights Counties Serviced: Statewide

Provides free assistance to eligible New Jersey residents 16 years of age and older who are not enrolled in school and are legally able to work in the U.S. Program participants can: -Get assistance with high school diploma attainment, including help with studying and testing. -Upgrade their skills to enter an occupational training or post-secondary education program. -Enhance their basic literacy and computer skills to obtain or maintain employment. Must be legally able to work in the United States Must be a resident of New Jersey Must be at least 16 years of age and not enrolled or required to be enrolled in secondary school