Awarded Grants

To assist in strengthening the physical and mental health of immigrant and refugee victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their families by providing specialized immigration-related legal services that enable victims to obtain a legal status in the U.S., receive employment authorization, and fully free themselves from abusive relationships.

To expand and strengthen the Connections adult literacy program by incorporating a writing component, developing new web-based resources, integrating instruction in the use of digital media to enhance the literary experience, and presenting companion programs which coordinate with other Council-conducted projects.