Through deep community listening sessions, OIRA and the City of Seattle have heard clearly that the mosaic of organizations and players supporting immigrants has expanded as needs have risen, while policy changes have plunged community members into limbo in their day to day lives. As part of the office’s new… [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) is excited to increase our current Legal Defense Network (LDN) program by $1.25 million a year reinforcing the City’s commitment to protecting immigrant and refugee communities. This funding comes in recognition of the increasing number of immigrant residents who… [ Keep reading ]
This one-time fund was established in response to the increase in hate crimes and targeted violence in immigrant communities, including those directly impacting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities; incidents such as physical assault, home-invasions, robberies, and muggings. During listening sessions in 2023 with AAPI-serving community organizations, participants amplified… [ Keep reading ]
In response to the rise in violent crime and sudden death in the region, Mayor Bruce Harrell signed an executive order in February 2023 to enhance access to information and reduce barriers to supportive services for immigrant and refugee communities in the City of Seattle. As part of this effort,… [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) is releasing 2 RFPs to help address incidents of violence in our communities. Victim Compensation Fund Funding decisions will be announced on or before Thursday, May 16th Applications due by May 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM (PT) The… [ Keep reading ]
Funding decisions will be announced on or before Thursday, May 16th Applications due by May 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM (PT) The City of Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) seeks applications from nonprofit organizations to provide direct financial assistance to immigrants and refugees who live, work or… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle is committed to protecting the rights of immigrants and refugees, who are an integral part of our families and communities. As a part of a proud welcoming city, earlier this summer, the City of Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) released a request for proposals (RFP) to… [ Keep reading ]
Updated 8/1/2023 Virtual RFP Information Session Purpose and Background Who Should Apply? Contracts and Funds Available Submission Instructions RFP Process Timeline Application Questions For More Information Applications due by September 22, 2023 at 5:00 PM (PT) The City of Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) seeks applications… [ Keep reading ]
La Oficina de Asuntos de Inmigrantes y Refugiados de Seattle y la Oficina de Equidad y Justicia Racial y Social del Condado de King se complacen en anunciar los ganadores para la Red de Acceso Seguro para Inmigrantes 西雅圖移民與難民事務辦公室和金縣公平、種族與社會公正辦公室宣布「移民安全支持網絡」（Immigrant Safety and Access Network）補助金獲獎機構 시애틀 이민자 및 난민 업무국과 킹카운티 형평성,… [ Keep reading ]
The application period for this program ended 3/9/2023. Funding announcements will be made on Monday, April 10. About the Immigrant Safety & Access Network (ISAN) Anticipated Funding and Contracts Program Goals Eligible Applicants Application Materials Submission Instructions Answers to Submitted Questions/Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ISAN RFP Online Information Session… [ Keep reading ]
