Information for survivors of domestic violence

This webpage answers questions that immigrant women in domestic violence situations may have, including answers such as where to report domestic violence, how to be safe, and legal issues related to immigrant status.

This brochure provides a broad overview of the legal rights of immigrant victims of domestic violence.

The article suggest that the immigrant women ask for interpreter when seeking help, leave clear phone messages when calling for help, and to not to give up if the person they contact the first time is not helpful.

This booklet explains the legal rights of immigrant victims of family violence including domestic violence, child abuse and elder abuse.

This fact sheet provides legal information to immigrants who identify as LGBT and immigrants who are HIV-positive.

This resource provides an overview of the process of applying for a VAWA self-petition process. It explores eligibility requirements and contains links to the appropriate documentation for submitting an application.

This booklet provides information on the full range of immigration relief options created for immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. For domestic violence victims a discussion of domestic violence protection orders and how they can help immigrant victims is included.

Do you fear that you may be abused by your husband, boyfriend, or partner if you return to your country of origin? If so, you may have a claim for protection from the U.S. government. This manual is for survivors of domestic violence seeking asylum in the United States.

This manual provides guidance on gathering necessary documents for VAWA self petition.

This page provides information about family separation due to detention and deportation, safety planning and child welfare for families facing deportation.

This page lists multilingual materials for victims and advocates sorted by language.

These are two-sided bilingual cards with printed information about Language Access Rights, as well as a statement that requests an interpreter.

Available in 12 languages, these flyers offer information about Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women's 24/7 hotline, and promise to connect all victims, regardless of their immigration status, with the resources they need in their local area.

This guide contains information about the rights of immigrants and what to do when encountering immigration agents, the police or FBI in different places.

This fact sheet has information for transgender and gender non-conforming immigrants in the event that they are contacted by ICE or detained.

This fact sheet from the Transgender Law Center has information on credible fear interviews for transgender and gender-nonconforming immigrant survivors of violence.

Gender identity persecution occurs when someone is harmed because of their gender identity or expression. This guide offers information for immigrant survivors who have experienced gender identity persecution on how to apply for asylum.

LGBTQ immigrants enjoy the same rights under immigration law as all other non-citizens, but there are some areas where LGBTQ immigrants might face unique challenges. This document outlines some special considerations for LGBTQ immigrants, including visas for immigrant crime victims, asylum, and detention.

This fact sheet provides basic information for transgender immigrants in the U.S. regarding some of the most common problems, including violence and the threat of being detained or deported.