When Maria walked through the doors of the Justice and Mercy Legal Aid Center (JAMLAC), she carried the weight of the world on her shoulders. As a single mother facing divorce and battling for custody of her children, the complexities of the legal system felt like an...
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From Dreams to Green Cards: A Mother’s Unyielding Journey of Love and Hope
In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, there is a story that touches the depths of the human spirit—a story of a mother's unwavering love, perseverance, and the ultimate triumph of hope. Imagine a mother of eight, a woman whose life has been a testament...
Reaching Out: JAMLAC’s Impact Grows Beyond Denver
At the heart of JAMLAC's impactful community efforts are stories of remarkable individuals like Don Orange and Maria Elena “Miga” Pena, whose dedication and passion for legal aid enlightened our mission. Don, from Greeley, Colorado, has been a vital part of our team...
Empowering Lives: Celebrating the Impact of Our Volunteers at JAMLAC
In the heart of our community, at the Justice and Mercy Legal Aid Center (JAMLAC), we witness daily the transformative power of dedication and service. Today, we celebrate the incredible journey of one of our volunteers, Evelyn, whose story embodies the essence...
God’s desire is for us to “loose the chains of injustice, untie the knots of violent dealings, to set the oppressed free” Isaiah 58:6
One of my favorite Bible passages is Isaiah 58. In this chapter God tells what is considered to be a “true fast”— “Is this not the kind of fast I desire--To loose every bond of injustice, untie the knots of violent dealings, to set the oppressed free, and break every...
Empowering New Beginnings: JAMLAC’s Workshop Aids 55 Migrants with Employment Authorization
It's with a deep sense of pride and fulfillment that we reflect on the success of our recent workshop aimed at assisting new migrants through the CBP1 Humanitarian Parole program. This pivotal event stands as a landmark achievement in our ongoing mission to provide...
Record-Breaking Success at Joy of Giving: Over $103,075 Raised!
Record-Breaking Joy of Giving Event at Tivoli Raises Over $103,075! Celebrating 15 years of Joy of Giving, we marked this special anniversary with a unique and grand celebration at the Tivoli – the first time we've hosted this event at such a prestigious venue, truly...
Domestic Violence Awareness Series
Understanding Domestic Violence Cómo Identificar si estás experimentando violencia doméstica? https://youtu.be/WIDlbjR8nzo Octubre es el Mes de la Concienciación sobre la Violencia Doméstica y tenemos una serie especial para ti. Esta vez, te invitamos a ver...
FAMILY LAW CLE – The Process & Basics of a Civil Protection Order
RESERVE YOUR SPOT When: Thursday, Oct. 26th 12:00 am to 2:00 pm Where: JAMLAC, 913 Wyandot St., Denver, CO REGISTER
“JAMLAC’s Immigration Director Joins Denver Faith Leaders to Address Homelessness Crisis”
We are excited to share that Sulma Mendoza, JAMLAC's Immigration Director, was invited to join Denver Faith Leaders in an important initiative aimed at addressing homelessness in our community. Perla Bustillos, Deputy Director of Public Engagement at Mayor...