Migrant & Immigrant Community Action (MICA) Project
Description
Welcome to The MICA Project!
No matter where you are from, we're glad you're our neighbor.
Mission
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, organizing, advocacy, and education to promote the voice and human dignity of immigrant communities.
Vision
We live in a safe and welcoming community for immigrants, demonstrating a shared understanding of the dignity and worth of all people.
We stand united in defense of our RIGHTS, our COMMUNITIES, and our FAMILIES.
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Detailed Resource Information
Populations Prioritized
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
- Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria Present
Restrictions/Eligibility Criteria
- Adults 18+, Immigrants, Migrants, Refugees, etc.
Age
- Young Adults (18-25)
- Adults (26-64)
- Seniors (65+)
Citizenship Status
- Asylum-Seeker
- Dual Citizen
- Immigrant / Child of an Immigrant
- Non-U.S. Citizen
- U.S. Citizen
- Refugee
Immigration Status
- Asylum-Seeker
- Child of Immigrant(s)
- Conditional Permanent Resident
- DACA Recipient (DREAMER) or Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) Status
- Family Member or Partner of Immigrant(s)
- Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card or Visa Holder)
- Naturalized Citizen
- Refugee
- Undocumented
- VAWA Petitioner
Locations Served
Geographically Bound
- Yes
Location(s) Served Notes
- St. Louis City and County
State
- Missouri
County
- St. Louis City (MO)
- St. Louis County (MO)
Identity Affirming Vetting Policies
Immigrant-Owned/-Led
- Yes: Immigrant-Owned/-Led
- Yes: Immigrants are in Leadership Positions
BIPOC/Black-Owned/-Led
- Yes: BIPOC-Owned/-Led
- Yes: BIPOC are in Leadership Positions
Immigrant-Affirming Policies
- Curriculum or Content Includes Immigrant Perspectives
- Service & Outreach Policies Promote Citizenship & Immigration Status Diversity
- Hiring Policies Promote Citizenship & Immigration Status Diversity Among Staff
- Uses Intake Paperwork with Inclusive Language for Citizenship & Immigration Status
- Staff is Trained in Immigration Issues
- Uses Immigrant-Inclusive Language in Daily Communications
Immigrant-Affirming Policies Notes
- The organization is created for the support of immigrants.
Black/BIPOC-Affirming Policies
- Curriculum or Content Includes Black/BIPOC Perspectives
- Service & Outreach Policies Promote Racial & Ethnic Diversity Among Clientele
Other Accessibility Factors
COVID Guidelines: Masking Policy
- Requires masking
COVID Guidelines: Notes
- A sign in their window mentioned masks being required to access their building.
Ways to Access Resource
- Transportation to Physical Location Not Required
- Virtual Option(s) Available
- Transportation to Physical Location Required
Ways to Access Resource: Notes
- MICA offers various virtual events, webinars, and advocacy campaigns that can be attended or accessed remotely. For service, please call main number.
Cost
- Payment Assistance Available
- Sliding Scale (fee based on income and other factors)
Cost: Notes
- Prices vary for services. In order to assure that immigrants are heard and can get the help they need, the MICA Project provides all of our services at a discounted rate. Fees are charged on an affordable sliding scale, and payment plans are available.
Payment or Insurance Accepted
- Cash or self-payment
- No insurance or other funding accepted
Language Interpretation Offered
- Spanish
Language Interpretation Offered Notes
- They do have access to volunteer interpreters and always always looking for more. Many speak Spanish but are open to and looking for other languages as well. Many staff speak Spanish. Please call for all interpretation needs.
Language Translation Offered
- Spanish
- Arabic
Language Translation Offered Notes
- They do have access to volunteer interpreters and always always looking for more. Many speak Spanish but are open to and looking for other languages as well. Many staff speak Spanish. Please call for all translation needs.
Documentation Required Notes
- Pleace call and ask about documentation required for services
Confidentiality
- Privileged (Attorneys, Mediators, Domestic Violence Shelters, etc.)
Accessible to Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices
- Hands Required to Open Doors
- Accessible Parking not available
Accessible to Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices Notes
- Located on a corner. No accessible parking. Please call ahead for all accessibility needs.
Sensory Experience Notes
- Please call for support with sensory needs.
Vaping Permitted
- Vaping not permitted
Cigarette Smoking Permitted
- Cigarette smoking not permitted
Alcohol Permitted
- Alcohol not permitted
Availability
- Currently has open slots