The Vermont Asylum Assistance Project (VAAP) is a resource center that recruits, trains, mentors, and supports pro bono legal and lay advocates to provide free immigration services to humanitarian status-seekers in Vermont.
We take what we learn from our case work to local, state, and national leaders to advance immigrants’ rights and advocate for systemic change.
Make a difference by helping us to provide asylum support and promote the rights of Vermont’s immigrant communities.
We aim to…
provide asylum-seekers in Vermont with access to legal knowledge and services
educate and serve as a resource to attorneys who provide pro bono asylum legal services
serve as a liaison between the state’s community support organizations for asylum seekers and pro bono attorneys
advocate for state and national policies that promote the rights of asylum-seekers
Get involved
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VOLUNTEER WITH US
Whether it is becoming a pro bono attorney or wanting to mentor one come volunteer with VAAP to support asylum seekers in pursuing their asylum cases.
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MAKE A GIFT
One of the biggest indications on whether asylum will be granted is whether the person has legal representation. Join us in making the immigration process accessible to asylum seekers in Vermont!
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COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
There are 7 community organizations in Vermont that offer non-legal direct support to asylum seekers. Together we can offer all-around support to asylum-seeking families and individuals!