Migrant and Immigrant Community Action Project- MICA Project

The Migrant and Immigrant Community Action Project (MICA Project) is a community organization committed to working with low-income immigrants to overcome barriers to justice. The MICA Project utilizes legal services, organization, advocacy, and education to promote the voice and human dignity of immigrant communities. Beginning operations in September 2012, the MICA Project will work with the immigrant population in St. Louis, southeastern Missouri, and southern Illinois, providing (1) in-court representation of clients, (2) legal assistance with applications to the U.S. immigration authorities, and (3) community building programs such as educational presentations in local churches and community centers.These efforts will be supplemented by a comprehensive social service network to which the MICA Project will refer clients for nonlegal needs.