Removal Defense and Resources

ºÚÁÏÍø-affiliated faculty, staff, students and their immediate family members who have been detained may be able to receive support from CARECEN LA’s legal providers. If you find yourself needing removal defense support, please let your family know that they can contact CARECEN by calling the Dream Success Center at (562) 985-5869 or emailing CSUDeportationDefense@carecen-la.org, SBarrera@carecen-la.org, or milopez@carecen-la.org. 

Please make sure to provide the following information to expedite the process:

  • Full Legal Name of Detainee
  • A Number of Detainee
  • Date of Birth of Detainee 

University Resources

The Dream Success Center partners with the  to provide holistic support to students impacted by immigration detentions. You can contact the Dream Success Center for guidance and support or  to our ºÚÁÏÍø . The purpose of the CARES Team is to provide a centralized structure for the campus community in our support of students. They provide early intervention and crisis mitigation for students through collaboration with campus departments, faculty, and staff. The CARES Team will review all information available to develop an individual action plan and provide ongoing case management support.

Additional Resources

  • Basic Needs
    • °ä³§±«³¢µþ’s Basic Needs team is dedicated to supporting all students' well-being by ensuring access to essential resources. They understand that thriving academically means having basic needs met, so they offer a range of services and resources to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom. From food and housing security to financial wellness support, they are here to help you navigate college life with confidence and peace of mind.
    • Submit a to speak to a Case Manager
  • Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
    • Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides support for students facing personal challenges and mental health concerns. Services offered at CAPS include short-term individual counseling, group counseling, case management and referral, psychoeducational workshops, and crisis intervention.
    • The DSC partners with CAPS to offer a processing space, Empowerment Circles, for students impacted by immigration detentions and policies.