Acacia Center for Justice
Evelyn Ríos Abanto is a Senior Program Associate at Acacia Center for Justice, responsible for operations and quality assurance. Previously, they worked as an Immigration Specialist for US Congressman Jim Himes and as a DOJ Accredited Representative and Bilingual Paralegal at RSHM LIFE Center. Before that, as a Paralegal II at Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, they provided legal services to asylum-seeking mothers and children. Their experience also includes working with immigrant children at various organizations, showcasing their dedication to immigration advocacy and support.
Acacia Center for Justice
Acacia Center for Justice works in partnership with accountable and independent legal services provider networks and community partners to deliver and advocate for meaningful, effective and high quality legal services, to advance meaningful and effective access to justice and freedom for immigrants at risk of deportation and detention.