Refugees & Immigrants

The PREE Program is an amazing opportunity to obtain the education you need to enter the workforce. Three full-time case managers can help you formulate an education or employment plan and then provide financial assistance and case management to help you achieve those goals. The only requirement is that participants self-attest they have experienced a substance use disorder and reside in Pierce

From site: "At WAISN, we are committed to defending immigrant and refugee communities from deportation while advocating for meaningful, systemic change. Our work focuses on both deportation defense and pushing for policies that ensure justice for all Washingtonians."

The Tacoma Office serves individuals detained at the Northwest Detention Center (also known as the Northwest ICE Processing Center). Please leave a voice message with the detained person's name and, if possible, the "A number" on the bracelet at the detention center.

From site: "The Office of Equity and Human Rights is diligently working to create equitable outcomes and facilitate change both internally and externally."

ReWA provides refugees and immigrants in Puget Sound with wraparound social services to thrive.

From website: The Washington Counselors of Color Network serves an array of ethnic clients needing counseling and therapy from providers who understand the specific needs of people of color and various cultures. As licensed therapists and counselors, we have a variety of backgrounds, experiences, ethnicities and language skills needed to assist many ethnicities in Washington.

Tacoma Community House provides supportive services in various areas, including Immigration, Education, Employment, and Victim Advocacy.

KWA provides assistance for a wide range of needs, including rent, utilities, food, DV advocacy, legal advocacy, victim of crime compensation, and more. Note: you do not need to be Korean or female to access services, KWA serves all in the community.

Northwest Immigrant Rights Project promotes justice by defending and advancing the rights of immigrants through direct legal services, systemic advocacy, and community education.