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Together, we support displaced individuals from Venezuela and many other countries seeking humanitarian protection in the U.S. Your involvement can make a significant difference.
About VIA
Assisting People Seeking Humanitarian Protection in the U.S.
At VIA, our dedication lies in delivering vital assistance and resources to individuals seeking humanitarian protection in the United States. Through our programs and community-building efforts, we endeavor to equip them with the knowledge and tools necessary for their success.
Important Update
VIA Impact
Making a Difference in the Community
At VIA, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Through our various programs and initiatives, we have reached thousands of immigrants in need, providing them with crucial information, education, and a sense of community.
In 2024, our online initiatives made a significant impact, reaching over 4 million individuals with precise, accessible, and compelling information. VIA’s dedicated YouTube channel attracted 115K views across 41 expertly crafted videos, produced in collaboration with accredited and trusted professionals in the US. This impressive reach highlights our unwavering commitment to harnessing digital platforms to inform and empower immigrant communities on a large scale.
In 2024, VIA led over 190 in-person and virtual sessions on key topics like asylum, TPS, parole, juvenile visas, immigration court hearings, and “Pro Se” representation. These sessions offered clear, practical guidance that empowered thousands to navigate the immigration process with confidence and take charge of their journeys seeking humanitarian protection in the U.S.
“We support migrants who seek international protection in the US with a sense of honor, humanity, ethics, and compromise.”
Héctor Arguinzones. VIA’s co-founder.
Programs
How We help
VIA is dedicated to providing immigrants with the tools and support they need to succeed, helping them adapt and integrate quickly and safely. VIA values empowering people so that they may rebuild their lives, achieve stability, and connect with others to restore a sense of community.
Our Programs
Legal Orientation
Legal Orientation
This program provides information and guidance and connects migrants with resources of interest relating to migratory options for permanent legal residency in the US most effectively and smoothly.
Emotional Support And Wellbeing
Emotional Support And Wellbeing
The Peer Support Group, also known in Spanish as “Soporte Entre Pares,” is a VIA flagship program that provides care and emotional support initiatives for the forced migrant community.
English Classes
English Classes
To integrate and increase opportunities in the United States, we offer newly arrived migrants our English language classes from beginner to intermediate. We count on our renowned partners to refer eligible students to conversational sessions and intermediate to advanced-level classes.
Cultural And Welcome Program
Cultural And Welcome Program
We offer in-person and virtual events to promote integration, build community networks, and celebrate and share our traditions, even from afar.
Building Bridges
Building Bridges
We constantly work closely with local nonprofits, institutions, and individuals through mutual collaboration, referral information sharing, and identification of services they offer to meet the needs of our community.
Humanitarian Assistance
Humanitarian Assistance
In August 2021, we created «Dando Una Mano» a quarterly charitable giving program that provides food, transportation, and clothing aid to migrants from different countries in conditions of extreme vulnerability.
Testimonials
See What Our Community Says
Authentic Stories of Impact and Transformation from Those We’ve Helped
Carlos G., Venezuela
“From day one, VIA helped me understand that the process was long, but not impossible. They showed me the path that others had already taken. Thanks to VIA’s free ‘how to apply for asylum’ video, I was able to submit my asylum application. Everything is in their videos. You can even do it from your phone. VIA makes it possible for any migrant, even without resources, to begin their immigration process correctly.”
Alex, Venezuela
“It is the place where I can share my feelings and emotions with people who are experiencing a migratory process like mine.” “I have the support of professional people who have helped me get out of my difficult moments.”
Yelitza R., Venezuela
“I want to thank VIA for its support through its different programs, especially the Peer Support Program, where I have found invaluable tools to manage my emotions in this process of adaptation as an immigrant in this country; also, through its online Saturday English class program, which has allowed me to learn the new language which opens doors for me and raises my quality of life as a human being, as an immigrant and as a professional in this country. Thank you, VIA team!”
Omar C., Venezuela
“I joined VIA in 2021, online. I am very grateful for all the programs that VIA has to offer. I have exponentially improved my English. I feel accompanied, like in my family, after having suffered anxiety, depression, and feeling alone. VIA has supported me through its programs, so I thank God for the work you all do, especially Hector, Niurka, and Psy. Liliana.”
Laura, Venezuela
“Thanks to VIA, and attorney Rebecca Press, I could apply for asylum by myself, with the help of their completely free programs. I really have no words. Words are not enough for me to thank such a beautiful work that this organization does for all the migrants that have recently arrived. Thank you very much, God bless you!”
Andrea S., Venezuela
“I was feeling really lost, and my emotions were all over the place. I’ve seen your videos on YouTube, and I can’t express how grateful I am—they’ve truly helped me. Just listening to what you shared made a difference for me. Your guidance was really needed during that time.”
Support Our Mission Today
Your donation can make a difference in the lives of the ever-growing displaced individuals that VIA assists daily.