2019 REX FOUNDATION GRANTEE
The Ulster Immigrant Defense Network is a grassroots, non-profit coalition formed by local faith communities and concerned residents to provide a network of safety and support for our immigrant friends and neighbors. To protect and support our immigrant neighbors, and assist asylum seekers in our community, with pathways to citizenship. UIDN operates a helpline and staff’s an office with bilingual translators, provides assistance in assessing legal support, helps to fund bonds, offers “know your rights” trainings, maintains a rapid response team and distributes food and clothing, as well as providing transportation and accompaniment to court and ICE appointments to help prevent deportations.
