{"id":7903,"date":"2025-02-11T17:20:20","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T22:20:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/?page_id=7903"},"modified":"2025-05-01T10:20:01","modified_gmt":"2025-05-01T14:20:01","slug":"resident-assistant-ra-guide-supporting-students-with-immigration-concerns","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/housing\/resident-assistant-ra-guide-supporting-students-with-immigration-concerns\/","title":{"rendered":"Resident Assistant (RA) Guide Supporting Students with Immigration Concerns"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Your Role as an RA<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As an RA, you are a resource and support system for students. If a student shares concerns about immigration or ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), your role is to listen, provide emotional support, and connect them with appropriate campus and legal resources. <strong>You are not expected to give legal advice.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> Listen and Provide Emotional Support<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">\u2705 <strong>Be empathetic<\/strong> \u2013 Let the student share their concerns without fear of judgment.<br \/>\n\u2705 <strong>Maintain confidentiality<\/strong> \u2013 Do not disclose the student\u2019s concerns unless directed by professional staff.<br \/>\n\u2705 <strong>Encourage them to seek support<\/strong> \u2013 Remind them that the university has resources to help.<br \/>\n<strong>Do NOT provide legal advice<\/strong> \u2013 Immigration matters are complex and require professional guidance.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong><strong> Direct the Student to <a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/the-access-belonging-inclusion-diversity-and-equity-hub\/support-resources-for-undocumented-students\/\">Resources<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Marymount University Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/the-access-belonging-inclusion-diversity-and-equity-hub\/support-resources-for-undocumented-students\/\"><strong>Support Resources for Undocumented Students<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/marymount-global\/international-student-services\/\"><strong>Office of International Student Services (OISS<\/strong><\/a><strong>)<\/strong> \u2013 Immigration advising and support.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/center-for-diversity-equity-and-inclusion\/\"><strong>A.B.I.D.E Hub<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Advocacy, programming, and support for undocumented students.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.campuslabs.com\/engage\/organization\/dreamers\"><strong>Saints Unafraid (Student Organization<\/strong><\/a><strong>)<\/strong> \u2013 A student-led group supporting undocumented students and allies.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/student-life\/university-ombudsman\/\"><strong>Student Ombuds Office<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Assistance navigating university policies.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/health-wellness\/counseling-center\/\"><strong>Student Counseling Services<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Free and confidential mental health counseling.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/health-wellness\/student-health-center\/\"><strong>Student Health Services<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Medical services, vaccinations, and affordable care resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>External Legal &amp; Advocacy Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Provide students with contact information for reputable immigration support organizations:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alianzaamericas.org\/\"><strong>Alianza Americas<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Advocacy for Latin American immigrants on policy and legal resources.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.advancingjustice-aajc.org\/\"><strong>Asian Americans Advancing Justice (AAJC)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Legal aid and policy advocacy for AAPI communities.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/haitianbridgealliance.org\/\"><strong>Haitian Bridge Alliance (HBA)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Legal services and advocacy for Haitian and Black immigrants.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immigrantjusticenetwork.org\/\"><strong>Immigrant Justice Network (IJN)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Support for immigrants impacted by the criminal legal system.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/undocublack.org\/\"><strong>UndocuBlack Network<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Resources and advocacy for undocumented Black immigrants.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.catholiccharitiesdc.org\/program\/immigration-legal-services\/\"><strong>Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services<\/strong><\/a><strong> &#8211; <\/strong>Located in Alexandria, VA<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aclu.org\"><strong>American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nilc.org\"><strong>National Immigration Law Center (NILC)<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedwedream.org\"><strong>United We Dream<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice4all.org\"><strong>Legal Aid Justice Center<\/strong><\/a><strong> (VA-based students)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amicacenter.org\/\"><strong>Amica Center for Immigrant Rights<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Free legal aid for deportation defense and asylum.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ayuda.com\/\"><strong>Ayuda<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Immigration legal services in the DMV area.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carecendc.org\/\"><strong>Central American Resource Center (CARECEN-DC)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Legal representation for DACA, asylum, and family petitions.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.immigrationadvocates.org\/legaldirectory\/\"><strong>National Immigration Legal Services Directory<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Searchable database for free or low-cost legal services.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.informedimmigrant.com\/resources\/legal-help\/how-to-find-an-immigration-lawyer\/\"><strong>How to Find an Immigration Lawyer (Informed Immigrant, 2024)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Guide to locating legal assistance.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immigrantsrising.org\/beyond-daca\/\"><strong>Beyond DACA: Immigration Options (Immigrants Rising, 2024)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Guide to alternative pathways to residency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>If the Student is Concerned About ICE Actions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Students should <strong>know their rights<\/strong> if approached by ICE or law enforcement:<br \/>\n\u2705 <strong>Right to remain silent<\/strong> \u2013 They do not have to answer questions about their status.<br \/>\n\u2705 <strong>Right to refuse entry<\/strong> \u2013 ICE cannot enter their room or residence without a warrant.<br \/>\n\u2705 <strong>Right to a lawyer<\/strong> \u2013 They should not sign anything without legal representation.<\/p>\n<p>If a student is worried about an immediate ICE-related situation, <a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/about-mu\/about-becerra\/office-of-general-counsel-mission-and-role\/\"><strong>refer them to the Office of the General Counsel<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Mental Health and Wellness Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immigrantsrising.org\/supportgroups\/\"><strong>Immigrants Rising Support Groups<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Virtual and in-person groups for undocumented individuals.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/openpathcollective.org\/\"><strong>Open Path Collective<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Low-cost mental health counseling for those without insurance.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/openpathcollective.org\/\"><strong>UndocuHealth<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Online workshops and mental health strategies for undocumented individuals.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vafreeclinics.org\/\"><strong>Virginia Association of Free and Charitable Clinics<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Network providing free mental health care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>National Legislation Updates and Resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ilrc.org\/\"><strong>Immigrant Legal Resource Center<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Tracks immigration policy changes.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nilc.org\/\"><strong>National Immigration Law Center<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Policy analysis and advocacy.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unitedwedream.org\/\"><strong>United We Dream<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Immigration activism and policy updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Resources for Faculty and Staff<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.higheredimmigrationportal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Guidance-for-Higher-Education-on-Immigrant-Student-Privacy-and-FERPA-1.pdf\"><strong>Guidance for Higher Education on Immigrant Student Privacy &amp; FERPA<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.higheredimmigrationportal.org\/\"><strong>Higher Ed Immigration Portal<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Data, policy updates, and best practices for universities.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.presidentsalliance.org\/\"><strong>Presidents&#8217; Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 University coalition advocating for undocumented students.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.naspa.org\/division\/undocumented-immigrants-and-allies\"><strong>Undocumented Immigrants and Allies Knowledge Community<\/strong><\/a><strong> (NASPA)<\/strong> \u2013 Research and training for supporting undocumented students.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Escalate to Professional Staff When Necessary<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If the student requires immediate assistance, notify the Office of General Counsel \/ phone: 703-526-6962 or email: icarbaja@marymount.edu<\/p>\n<p><strong>And inform your Residence Life Coordinator or the Director of Student Living<\/strong> for further guidance.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Quick Contact Guide<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/about-mu\/about-becerra\/office-of-general-counsel-mission-and-role\"><strong>Office of the General Counsel<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nphone: 703-526-6962<br \/>\nemail: icarbaja@marymount.edu<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/marymount-global\/international-student-services\/\"><strong>International Student and Scholar Services<strong><\/a><br \/>\nphone: 1-703-526-6922<br \/>\nemail: isss@marymount.edu<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/academics\/access-belonging-and-culture\/\"><strong>Division of Access, Belonging, and Culture<strong><\/a><br \/>\nphone: 703-284-3323<br \/>\nemail: djaamal@marymount.edu<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/health-wellness\/counseling-center\/\"><strong>Student Counseling Services<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\nphone: 703-526-6861<br \/>\nemail: counsel@marymount.edu<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marymount.edu\/student-life\/health-wellness\/student-health-center\/\"><strong>Student Health Services<strong><\/a><br \/>\nphone: 703-284-1610<br \/>\nemail: Shealthc@marymount.edu<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Stay informed. 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