65 organizations
How immigrant and refugee services work in Atlanta
First, the warning that saves people: "notarios" are not lawyers. In the U.S., only attorneys and DOJ-accredited representatives can give immigration legal advice — bad advice can cost you your case. Atlanta's trustworthy free and low-cost doors include the Latin American Association, Catholic Charities Atlanta, and New American Pathways; for refugees, resettlement agencies handle the first months and remain a resource after.
Beyond legal status, these same organizations run the practical everyday help — English classes, job placement, school enrollment for kids, family services — and you don't need papers to walk in. Public schools must enroll children regardless of status, and clinics in this directory see patients without asking.
What to expect when you call: an intake in your language (ask — interpreters are normal, not a favor), questions about your situation and deadlines, and often a consultation appointment. Bring every document you have, even the confusing ones — especially the confusing ones.
Tapestri Inc. helps immigrant and refugee survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, human trafficking, and exploitation in Georgia. They offer case management, crisis counseling, legal advocacy, referrals, interpretation, and training, but they are not a shelter and do not provide onsite housing.
6 services
Tapestri, Inc. helps immigrant and refugee survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, human trafficking, and exploitation in Georgia. They provide case management, crisis counseling, legal advocacy, referrals, training, and language support; they are not a shelter and do not provide onsite housing.
6 services
Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network, or GAIN, is a nonprofit that helps immigrant survivors of crime and persecution. They provide free immigration legal help, connect clients with social services, and support people seeking safety in Georgia.
7 services
Welcoming Atlanta is the City of Atlanta Mayor's Office of International and Immigrant Affairs. It helps immigrant and international communities connect with city services, language help, community resources, cultural events, youth programs, and business opportunities.
16 services
