Links to Immigration Policy Groups

Government Organizations

Administration for Children and Families: Part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) brings together a broad range of federal programs that address the needs of children and families, and promote the economic and social well-being of individuals and communities. This site provides quick "pick list" menus to guide website visitors to dozens of federal offices, programs, and topics.  The topics listed under "Services for Families" each have well-organized links to related program websites and information.  Located under the heading About ACF, fact sheets provide a comprehensive summary of federal services and programs, including information on the Office of Refugee Resettlement and Head Start, among others.

Federal Register: The Federal Register is a compendium of all official federal documents, useful for both daily updates and archival searches (information dates from 1994 to present). Notices, rules, and proposed rules are available here, along with executive orders and other presidential documents.  Users may conduct a search of the database and access the documents in several formats.

Office of Refugee Resettlement: The Office of Refugee Resettlement helps to ease the integration of refugees into American society and provides critical resources through various programs and grants that offer a path to self-sufficiency.  This government agency website provides information on funding opportunities and the application process for grants.    

Social Security Administration: The Social Security Administration (SSA) is a government agency concerned with the economic security of the nation's people.  The SSA website, available in 15 languages, contains a wealth of information for students, workers, employers, and refugees/asylees regarding work authorization and the immigration process.  Free interpreter services, a glossary of terms related to SSA services, and instructions on applying for SSA are also available.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is responsible for the administration of immigration and naturalization adjudication and establishing immigrant-related policies and priorities.  As the primary provider of immigration services, the USCIS website is a useful tool for immigrants, employers, and educators.  Information regarding USCIS services, including adoption, green cards, employment authorization, and citizenship, is accessible under Services & Benefits.  A comprehensive list of necessary application forms are provided in the Immigration Forms tab.  Click on Education & Resources to navigate to civics and citizenship study materials.

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Non-Government Organizations

American Immigration Law Foundation: Founded in 1987, the American Immigration Law Foundation (AILF) is a nonprofit organization focused on raising the public's understanding of immigration law and policy as well as the value of immigration to American society through education and advocacy.  This website offers resources for attorneys, immigrants, and teachers, as well as an extensive list of links for legal research, policy research, human rights and refugee data.  The Public Education link contains materials to help promote accurate and fair information regarding immigrants for the public.  Information on comprehensive immigration reform and updates on immigration policy, including policy briefs, are also available.

American Immigration Lawyers Association: The American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) is a national association of more than 10,000 attorneys and law professors who practice and teach immigration law.  Although it focuses on the needs of legal practitioners and members, this website provides resources for community advocates and individuals looking for up-to-date information.  It offers materials in Spanish as well as media and advocacy tools for effective grassroots organizing.  The "Agencies & Liaison" category provides key information from a variety of government agencies.  Visitors may also search for an immigration lawyer according to a range of criteria, including language and location.

Asian American Justice Center: The Asian American Justice Center (AAJC) is a strong advocate for the human and civil rights of Asian Americans, and works in the areas of public policy, public education, and litigation.  This visually well-balanced website presents the work of AAJC on a wide range of issues facing these communities from immigration and immigration rights to language access, affirmative action, and diversity in the performing arts.  The Programs tab is divided into 12 distinct program areas, each organized in a uniform format complete with contact information and links to publications.  Visit the Media Center to search for articles and press releases organized by category and subcategory, and access RSS streams.  The AAJC website also provides access to litigation briefs and various publications.

Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP): AAPIP, a national membership organization, works to improve Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities through philanthropy by generating fresh ideas on social justice and increasing the impact and involvement of philanthropy in AAPI communities.  Its clean and concise website provides information on the work and core strategies for AAPIP's national office and eight chapters.  Each chapter lists local resources and outlines chapter events. Many of the chapters include county maps that denote residential pockets of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders as well as maps indicating the poverty levels for these populations.

California Budget Project: The California Budget Project (CBP) aims to improve public policies affecting low- and middle-income Californians through timely and reliable fiscal and policy analyses that give a voice to Californians who may otherwise not be heard. Browse publications or sign up for the RSS feed to receive regular updates.

California Tomorrow: California Tomorrow (CT) views diversity as a strength and endeavors to create an inclusive and equitable society that is multiracial, multicultural, and multilingual by developing models and strategies that promote such a society.  CT has six areas of focus concentrating on all levels of education, community leadership, and philanthropy.  Look to the Areas of Focus for more information on programs or browse CT publications in the Resources link.

Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: The Carnegie Endowment is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization focused on improving cooperation between nations and promoting active international engagement of the United States.  This cleanly-presented website allows for easy navigation through its substantial repository of resources.  Search for information by expert, region, or by topic, including migration, refugee policy, citizenship, and border management. 

Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC): The Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC) is dedicated to providing legal services for indigent and low-income immigrants through diocesan programs and strives to meet the needs of immigrants prioritized by the Catholic Church in the United States.  By clicking on Programs, visitors may access information specific to CLINIC's programs regarding detainees, newcomers, and at-risk families.  Legal practitioners and those serving immigrant communities will find the Publications and In the News Web pages useful tools in staying up-to-date and informed on a variety of topics. 

Center for Gender and Refugee Studies: The Center for Gender & Refugee Studies (CGRS) endeavors to protect the basic human rights of refugee women and girls by advancing gender-sensitive asylum laws, helping advocates successfully represent women in need of protection, and preventing these refugees from being forcibly returned to the countries from which they have fled. The link to background information on the home page provides an overview of gender and asylum issues in accessible language. For more advanced resources, access the Law tab, which has extensive search menus for U.S. and international case law, legal briefs, and gender guidelines by country.  Country-specific information, memos, experts, and links can be found under the Country Conditions tab.  Visitors needing more personalized and confidential assistance can complete an easy form to contact CGRS staff.

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities: The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) produces balanced and authoritative research and analysis on state and federal fiscal and public policies, as well as the effects of policies on low- and middle-income families and individuals in the United States.  The website's home page outlines the most current issues and publications.  Click on Areas of Research for a pull-down list of the 17 areas of CBPP research or choose to view all reports by date.

Children Now: Children Now, a national organization concerned with the well-being of America's young, combines research and advocacy to promote children as the top public policy priority.  Visitors may easily access the four main issues of focus -- Health, Education and Child Care, Media, and Research - from the home page.  Children Now publications, including Report Cards, Fall Colors, and the online newsletter, are archived on the website.

Community Integration Initiative: The Community Integration Initiative, based in the Colorado region from Aspen to Parachute, is a community organization that strives to foster a community based on acceptance that is welcoming and supportive of new and established residents.  Clean and informative, this website connects visitors with information about the community and the integration projects it pursues.  For regional data and immigration facts, click on The Region.  Visitors may learn about community meetings and listen to recorded immigrant stories under Our Projects.

Diversity Initiative: The Diversity Initiative (DI), now a part of the nonprofit Third Sector New England, is a group of Boston-area funders that provides technical assistance and funding to nonprofit organizations that desire to diversify their staff and boards to reflect the racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity of the populations they serve.  Look to Diversity Consultants to browse a list of potential consultants in the Boston area with descriptions and contact information.  Resources to support internal diversity efforts are available for any organization, and more information is available under Ongoing Collaboration.

Economic Success Clearinghouse: The Economic Success Clearinghouse (ESC) is the reincarnation of the Welfare Information Network, now under the wing of the Finance Project, and serves as a hub for information, policy analysis, and financing strategies aimed at helping low-income and working poor families.  The site contains six topics with roll-over menus linking to an abundance of related resources from state networks to publications.  The site includes an array of program and management-related resources, from workforce development to interagency collaboration.

Fair Immigration Reform Movement: FIRM, a project of the Center for Community Change, acts as a united voice for the grassroots movement for comprehensive immigration reform and civil rights for immigrants.  This website contains information for students, press, organizers, and individuals interested in advocating for immigrant rights.  Informative links and resources on national strategies, state campaigns, and local campaigns can be found under the section titled Learn, along with resources on civic participation and multi-ethnic coalition building.  Grassroots organizations will find helpful resources to strengthen their efforts in the Toolkit for Organizers. 

Florida Immigrant Advocacy Center: The Florida Immigrant Advocacy Center (FIAC) is a non-profit organization that endeavors to protect, advance, and promote immigrant rights through legal assistance and advocacy.  This website provides information on the center's legal services, community education efforts, and advocacy work.  Publications are available for download or for purchase in hardcopy.

The Funding Exchange: The Funding Exchange (FEX) seeks to advance progressive social change by building a permanent institutional and financial base that engages in fundraising for local, national, and international grantmaking programs.  The FEX website is a key resource for professional financial advisors to learn about informing clients on philanthropic giving and provides web links to many progressive foundations and philanthropic resources.

GrantCraft: Practical Wisdom for Grantmakers: GrantCraft, a project of the Ford Foundation, serves as a resource outlining the tools and skills grantmakers need. The website contains guides, videos, information on workshops, and cases that explore common problems that grantmakers sometimes face. The quick guide allows visitors to purchase materials, sign up, and browse materials.  The information provided in the tabs What We Offer and What We're Reading are a rich repository of informative resources for grantmakers new to the field and veterans wishing to gain fresh perspectives.

Human Rights First: By fostering greater respect for human rights, Human Rights First (HRF) strives to ensure dignity for all individuals and abate intolerance, violence, tyranny, and extremism around the world.  With its clear format and extensive pull-down menus, the HRF website issues up-to-date information concerning international human rights violations.  Website visitors can search issues and publications directly on the home page, and link to powerful stories on refugees and asylum seekers.  Commentary, publications, and press releases are available in the Media Room, and in the Programs category.

ImmigrantIntegration.org: ImmigrantIntegration.org, which began as a project of the state of Illinois and ICIRR, acts as a clearinghouse of news and information for peopled interested in strategies that help immigrants integrate into society. The strategies employed are also applicable to communities elsewhere. Begin your search by clicking on Resources to access toolkits. Articles about initiatives around the country and resources from the Illinois Project are also available.

Immigrant Legal Resource Center: The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) is dedicated to advancing immigrant rights and increasing access to legal assistance and social services to all.  The ILRC website provides training and materials for legal practitioners, including information on seminars, paralegal training, and legal publications.  Sign up for relevant listserves or access convenient online resources.  Click on Help for Immigrants for resources for community organizers and leadership training documents that are available in English and Spanish.

International Refugee Rights Initiative: The International Refugee Rights Initiative (IRRI) strives to protect and guarantee the rights of the displaced worldwide, engages in legal and field-based research, and acts as a bridge between local advocates and the international community.  The IRRI website gives particular focus to Africa, which has the highest number of refugees per capita, organizing related material by region and providing a directory of African NGOs working with the displaced.  Legal and policy resources and other publication are also available.

International Rescue Committee: Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is the leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection, and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict.  In addition to being first-responders in crisis areas around the world, IRC is active stateside, offering resettlement services for refugees and assisting immigrants with citizenship applications.  On their website, read blogs from staff in the field, keep abreast of developing crises, and sign up for RSS feeds under the category News from the Field.  You will find more information on IRC programs both abroad and domestically under What We Do, and you can check for  updates on relief efforts worldwide under Where We Work.

Littleton Immigrant Integration Initiative: The Littleton Immigrant Integration Initiative is a group of volunteers, both native-born and foreign-born, that aims to create a community in which both newcomers and established residents interact and feel connected to community life.  The website is valuable for community members and others to learn about the contributions of immigrants in their communities and to share ideas to encourage stronger communities.  Look to Fast Facts for demographic information for Littleton, Colorado, and click on Resources for straightforward information for newcomers.

Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund: MALDEF focuses on protecting and promoting the civil rights of Latinos and advocates. This straightforward website presents information on the litigation, advocacy, and educational efforts of MALDEF.  Links to the latest news and legal briefs appear on the site's home page.  Summaries of issues, including immigration and citizenship, employment and equal access are located under separate tabs.

Migration Policy Institute: The Migration Policy Institute (MPI), a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank, endeavors to effectively study local, national, and international policies that affect the movement of people.  The MPI website effectively organizes the wealth of information it contains for ease of access.  Look to the list of "Research Programs" for new policy research, experts, and events specific to Europe, the United States, or refugees, among others.  View more content at the Migration Information Source, which links visitors to a sister site with further global data, annual top migration issues, articles and more.  The MPI Data Hub provides charts, maps, and more for those searching for reliable and updated data.

National Conference of State Legislatures: The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) advocates for state government interests before the U.S. Congress and federal agencies, and provides research, technical assistance and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on the most pressing state issues.  For the most up-to-date state news from an array of media sources, read the GrassCatcher: Today's Top Policy News Clippings. Navigate to Issue Areas, conveniently located on the home page, for in-depth information and links on dozens of topics ranging from public health and education to immigrant policy and agricultural and rural development.

National Council of La Raza: The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) seeks to improve American society by expanding opportunities for Hispanic Americans.  The website, full of timely and informative publications, is user-friendly.  Navigate through NCLR's work by topic, program, or policy directly on the home page, or find information according to your role as an affiliate, advocate, researcher, or young leader.  Many materials are available in English and Spanish, and NCLR maintains an extensive online archive of related content for each topic.

National Employment Law Project: The National Employment Law Project (NELP), created in 1969, advocates for low-wage workers, the unemployed, and other disadvantaged populations and engages in litigation, research, policy advocacy, and education to protect and advance workers' rights.  This well-structured website contains a wealth of information for workers and lawyers.  NELP supports four major projects, including the Immigrant-Nonstandard Worker Project, and each one has a link to more resources and information at the top of the website.  Many of the materials for workers are available online in multiple languages.  Visitors may conduct an advanced search to find specific information, or sign up for a listserv to receive frequent, updated reports.

National Health Law Program: The National Health Law Program (NHeLP) is a national public interest law firm that endeavors to improve health care for low-income people.  Concise and cleanly presented, this website is a helpful resource for attaining information on justice in health care.  Browse NHeLP's library for thousands of resources on a number of topics, including cultural and linguistic access to health care, child health, and immigrant health.

The National Immigration Forum: The NIF advocates and builds public support for public policies that welcome immigrants and refugees and are fair to and supportive of newcomers to our country. Its cleanly presented and easily navigable website provides up-to-date information about selected topics on U.S. immigration policy. Look to the Policy Wire for these updates, divided into sections on legislation and actions by the Department of Homeland Security.  The Community Resource Bank is a rich information and networking source for local and national organizations concerned with immigrant integration.  Commentary can be found in the Facts on Immigration section, including transcripts and analyses of the latest op-eds, comments by politicians and immigration news.  For further information, which is helpfully broken down into 16 key topics, see The Debate.

National Immigration Law Center: The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) defends and advances the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their families by engaging in litigation, advocacy, and education and training.  This website is valuable for its large number of fact sheets, reports and analyses on the latest immigration policy, all with a strong advocacy focus.  Important Developments, listed on the home page, offers a comprehensive update on recent issues.  For each of the topics in the toolbar, visitors will find relevant resources for workers and advocates, such as Know-Your-Rights Alerts that are often published in several languages.

National Immigration Project: The National Immigration Project, which began as a committee of the National Lawyers Guild, works to end unlawful immigration practices and to expand the civil and human rights of all immigrants, regardless of their status in the United States.  This website contains resources for legal practitioners and advocates, including action alerts providing overviews of legislation and court decisions.  You can find resources focused on a variety of topics -- including gangs, criminal and deportation defense, and HIV/AIDS -- directly on the home page.  Visit the Links page for hyperlinks to other organizations concerned with these issues, or find an attorney under the Looking for an Attorney tab.

National Lawyers Guild: The National Lawyers Guild (NLG) is an activist network of lawyers, law students, and legal workers who wish to see the law working on the side of marginalized people.  The Links section lists a number of websites and organizations related to and concerned with human rights.  Look under  the Press Releases category for the NLG Press Blog covering recent developments, and search Guild Publications for in-depth analyses.

National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights: The Network, comprised of local coalitions and diverse community organizations, serves as a forum to share information, to educate communities, and to develop and coordinate plans of action on important immigrant and refugee issues.  Dramatic yet informative, this website contains information on NNIRR events, opportunities to take action, and updates on current issues.  Check out Get Involved for more information on NNIRR initiatives, and access reports under Resources & Information.

National Public Radio: National Public Radio (NPR) is a non-commercial news producer that covers national and international stories, plus local news from independently operated member stations.  The NPR website is valuable as a rich resource for independent programming and news, with in-depth stories located under Browse Topics on the home page.  Visitors may listen to the radio broadcast of stories and are able to access transcripts and print news articles online as well.  Access programming from years past by searching the Archives, or stay up to date with podcasts, RSS feeds, and live radio streams.

New American Children Initiative: The New American Children Initiative, a product of the Foundation for Child Development, is concerned with the integration of new American families and their children to American society, and aims to connect research with better-informed policies that enhance opportunities for newcomers. The links provided under Learn More connect visitors to the website with informative reports focused on immigrant children.

Pew Hispanic Center: The Pew Hispanic Center, a project of the national Pew Research Center, is a nonpartisan research organization that fosters a deeper understanding of the U.S. Hispanic population.  This well-organized website provides reliable research and extensive information on the U.S. Hispanic population.  Links to reports by topic are located directly on the home page as well as featured reports and new research.  The Pew Hispanic Center also conducts periodic surveys of Hispanics to gauge their opinions on a range of social and public policy topics.  These surveys as well as the center's datasets are available online.  Sign up for email updates or RSS feeds of research reports to stay informed on upcoming research and events.

Public Policy Institute of California: The Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) is a private non-profit research organization that endeavors to inform and improve California's public policy through insightful and objective research.  This well-balanced, cleanly presented website contains a library of informative reports from PPIC in a range of policy areas including immigration, economic development, and social policy.  For access to PPIC datasets, survey data, or other online resources, navigate to the Research Resources tab.  Visitors may sign up for RSS feeds or an e-newsletter to receive timely publications from PPIC.

Refugee Council USA: Refugee Council USA (RCUSA) is a coalition of non-governmental organizations committed to protecting refugees around the world through advocacy, consulting with resettlement agencies, and striving to enhance refugee service standards.  The RCUSA website is well-structured and a great resource for information on topics and advocacy issues concerning refugees.  Look to Issues and Resources for a wide range of resources from legislation and litigation to news articles, research reports, and background information from organizations and government agencies.  The Links tab includes an extensive list of research tools, refugee-focused organizations, and resettlement resources.

Refugees International: A direct response agency, Refugees International's (RI) on-the-ground emergency assessment paves the way for relief agencies and human rights organization in hot spots around the globe. Click on Where We Work for information on a specific country, including policy recommendations and advocacy letters, current publications and news, and powerful mini-biographies titled Refugee Voices.  The Issues tab provides information on 12 international concerns, complete with a concise summary of the issue and links to related multimedia resources.  For a first-hand account of life and conditions in the field, read the RI blog with posts from staff writing both stateside and around the globe.  Users may also register for timely, informative e-mail updates and choose the regions and/or issues that interest them the most.

Southeast Asia Resource Action Center: The Southeast Asia Resource Action Center (SEARAC) advocates for the interests of Cambodian, Laotian, and Vietnamese Americans through leadership, community empowerment, and coalition-building to strengthen the voice of Southeast Asians and influence the creation of policy.  SEARAC conducts research and analysis on issues concerning Southeast Asian communities and is active in organizing and supporting programs and initiatives focused on the needs of these communities nationwide.  Click on the Resource Center tab to access these publications. The Advocacy tab contains resources on several issues, including deportation and education, and resources to support organizations and individuals.  Search for community-based organizations around the country using the online directory, which provides contact information.

The Annie E. Casey Foundation: The Annie E. Casey Foundation, founded in 1948, is a grantmaking institution dedicated to fostering public policies, human-service reforms, and community supports that more effectively meet the needs of today's vulnerable children and families.  Learn about the foundation's work and investment in programs by clicking on Major Initiatives for reports and information on topics such as rural families and economic success. Visitors can access reports and information at the Knowledge Center, where visitors may search for resources available on the website.

The United States Association for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (USA for UNHCR): USA for UNHCR is a non-profit organization focused on building support in the United States for the humanitarian work of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) by educating the public on the plight of refugees and advocating for their protection.  The website is easily navigated using the QuickFind pull-down menu to access basic facts, stories from refugees, and more.  The website contains lesson plans and tools for teachers to use in the classroom under the Teachers' Corner tab, and also offers links to related organizations and initiatives focused on aiding refugees.

Urban Institute: The Urban Institute (UI), an independent, nonpartisan research organization, promotes public policy and public debate on national discussions and priorities through research and analysis. It also provides an evaluation of programs and policies and encourages a deeper understanding of key issues.  The UI website contains timely research reports and extensive archives covering economic and social policy, including studies from their Immigration Studies Program.  Visitors may register for RSS feeds to stay informed on the most current research and may access the Find Research bar to browse reports or explore information by issue, sector, place, or people.

U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants: The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants strives to advance the rights of immigrants and refugees worldwide by advocating for fair and humane policy, and works to facilitate and provide direct professional services to migrants.  The committee publishes the World Refugee Survey each year.  Look to Investigate for publications, including resources for immigrants, refugee resettlement, teaching tools, and news media.  The pull-down menu titled Refugee Conditions by Country provides reliable information plus updates on new developments.

US Immigration Lawyers: This online directory provides listings for law firms nationwide.  The website offers current news articles, statistical data, and a 24-hour emergency assistance program.  Visitors searching for legal help and informational resources on immigration issues will find useful links under US Immigration Resources.  Some information is included in Spanish, and the Regional Resources menu provides relevant information by state and cities.

Women's Commission for Refugee Women and Children: The Women's Commission for Refugee Women & Children is concerned with the well-being and rights of refugee and internally displaced women, children, and youth and works in regions around the globe through four programs.  As a result of the extensive work of the Women's Commission, the website contains a wealth of information on these program topics.  Access the "Resources & Reports" tab for extensive studies, guidelines and manuals, and newsletters or search for reports by program or geographic region.  Links to dozens of related organizations as well as news articles are also available.

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Work and Health Organizations and Resources

AFL-CIO: The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), comprised of 55 diverse national and international labor unions, strives to improve the lives of working families through social justice, and enhance economic justice in the workplace.  In addition to information specific to union membership, this website contains a wealth of information for workers of all ages, industries, and incomes under Get Informed.  Click on Workers' Rights for information on basic legal rights provided in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese.  Visitors concerned with establishing safe working conditions will find the Safety & Health Toolbox helpful.  AFL-CIO's website also contains extensive information on other issues, including education, immigration, and civil, human and women's rights.

California HealthCare Foundation: The California HealthCare Foundation (CHCF) is an independent philanthropy dedicated to improving the availability, accessibility, and cost of health care in California for all residents and engages in research, funds programs, and promotes education on healthcare issues.  The well-organized content on the CHCF website provides information on a wide variety of issues confronting health care in California today.  Link to programs or browse healthcare topics directly on the homepage; learn more about applying for grants at Grants & RFPS" or download PDFs of the most requested publications at the Publications tab.

Farmworker Justice: Farmworker Justice strives to empower migrant and seasonal farmworkers through litigation, administrative and legislative advocacy to improve occupational health and safety, decrease discrimination, and provide greater access to justice.  The home page contains action alerts and recent news.  For overviews on topics impacting farm workers such as pesticides and HIV/AIDS, look to the Health & Safety category.  The Immigration/Labor category provides information on current legislation, such as AgJOBS, guestworker programs, and labor law.  In addition to links for websites related to farmworker issues, the Resources category archives previous and current Farmworker Justice publications.

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH): The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is a federal agency concerned with conducting research to prevent illness and injuries in the workplace.  This website contains an index of past notifications and studies on harmful substances that are categorized according to exposure and industry group.  To receive studies as they become available, sign up for the listserv.

New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health: The New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health (NYCOSH) is a non-profit coalition of 200 local unions and individual workers that fights unsafe working conditions by training union workers, providing technical assistance, and advocating at all levels for sound legislation and policies.  The NYCOSH website does not limit its data to the New York region, making its information valuable to workers across the nation.  The easily navigated home page contains links to a variety of worker issues, including immigrants and vulnerable communities. It includes statistics on occupational safety and health for these groups plus links to related websites and reports.

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