Protecting civil & human rights,
supporting legal service providers.
Mission Statement
The Center for Human Rights and Constitutional Law (CHRCL) is a support center that provides training and technical support to direct legal service providers, addresses systemic injustice LSPs identify, and advances and protects the civil, constitutional, and human rights of immigrants, refugees, children, and marginalized communities.
The Fight for Legal Rights Has Never Been More Important
In recent years, there has been a significant shift towards more restrictive immigration policies, driven by growing political and social tensions. This has led to increased enforcement actions, including mass detentions and deportations, which disproportionately affect vulnerable populations.
85%
In recent years, the asylum denial rate has reached 85%
Asylum
Denial Rate
700+
Over 700 immigration-related bills were introduced in 2024.
Immigration Bills Introduced
$50
Wages stolen annually from workers, with immigrants disproportionately affected.
Billion
in Stolen Wages
5,500
Over 5,500 children were separated from their families at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Separated Children
70%
Immigrant workers are 70% more likely to suffer fatal workplace injuries.
Higher Risk
in Working Conditions
Our Impact
The Center for Human Rights and Constitutional Law is a legal services support center with recognized expertise in complex litigation, constitutional law, and laws protecting vulnerable populations. Our litigation efforts have significantly impacted the rights of immigrants, refugees, at-risk children, survivors of domestic violence, prisoners in solitary confinement, and members of LGBT communities. Through these landmark cases, we have challenged systemic injustices and advanced protections for those most in need.