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SUMMARY:AILA Seminar: Credible and Reasonable Fear Interviews in Detention
DESCRIPTION:AILA Seminar: Credible and Reasonable Fear Interviews in Detention- August 5\, 2025!  \n\n\nExpert speakers will provide a focused analysis of the legal framework and practical strategies involved in credible (CFIs) and reasonable fear interviews (RFIs) for asylum seekers in detention. They will explore the distinctions between credible and reasonable fear standards\, the evidentiary thresholds for each\, and the procedural role these interviews play in the expedited removal process. \n\n\nDate: August 5\, 2025 \n\n\nTime: 2:00pm – 3:30pm \n\n\nRegister here: Credible and Reasonable Fear Interviews in Detention \n\n\n 
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-seminar-credible-and-reasonable-fear-interviews-in-detention/
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SUMMARY:AILA NE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION:  K-E-Y-G- and the Future of Gender-Based Asylum Claims
DESCRIPTION:AILA NE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION: K-E-Y-G- and the Future of Gender-Based Asylum Claims \nJoin us for a roundtable exploring the implications of the recent K-E-Y-G- decision and its potential to reshape the asylum landscape for domestic and gender-based violence claims. We’ll discuss how K-E-Y-G- affects the framing of particular social groups (PSGs)\, what advocates need to know when representing survivors\, and how this decision could impact future claims and legal strategies. This will be a practical\, strategy-oriented session for our memberships engaged in asylum and gender justice work. \n\n\nDate: August 7\, 2025  \n\n\nTime: 12pm \n\n\nRegister here: https://aila-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/wGSgQ3veRyqCECGXk_RB5w 
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-roundtable-discussion-k-e-y-g-and-the-future-of-gender-based-asylum-claims/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T160000
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SUMMARY:AILA-NE DEI committee - Potluck Celebration of Independence & Freedom
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPotluck Celebration of Independence & Freedom\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin AILA-NE DEI committee this August for a joyful & meaningful potluck gathering! Connect with fellow AILA-NE members and commemorate South Asia’s independence from colonization (Pakistan Day is August 14\, and India Day is August 15). We will celebrate the enduring values of self-determination\, decolonization\, and the ongoing pursuit of freedom & justice across borders.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nWorking with clients from across the globe\, we know the deep ties between past struggles for independence and today’s movements for dignity & rights. Let’s gather to honor these shared legacies—with food\, conversation\, and community.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nWe encourage everyone to bring a dish that represents cultural heritage\, family tradition or just a favorite. Please let us know about any dietary restrictions.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nDate:          Sunday\, August 10\, 2025\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:          4pm to 8pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlace:          Mahsa Khanbabai’s home\, Falmouth\, Cape Cod\, MA\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP:        Sign up here by August 5\, 2025\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions: ailanedeicommittee@gmail.com\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate unity\, resilience\, and our shared commitment to supporting immigrants and their dreams.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nChristina\, Claudia\, Mahsa\, Ogor & Samia\n\n\nAILA-NE DEI Committee
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-dei-committee-potluck-celebration-of-independence-freedom/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T130000
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SUMMARY:AILA Roundtable: Explore How DEI Drives Well-Being
DESCRIPTION:AILA Roundtable: Explore How DEI Drives Well-Being \nAugust 13\, 2025 at 1pm – 2pm \n\n\nDiscover how fostering diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) can enhance workplace well-being and team resilience. Join AILA’s Well-Being Committee for a roundtable on August 13 to gain insights and discuss strategies for creating a more supportive\, balanced environment for you and your colleagues. Don’t miss this important discussion—register today!
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-roundtable-explore-how-dei-drives-well-being/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T120000
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SUMMARY:AILA NE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION: with Former Immigration Judge George Pappas.
DESCRIPTION:AILA NE ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION: with Former Immigration Judge George Pappas – August 15\, 2025\, at 12pm.\nYou’re invited to join us for a compelling roundtable discussion with former Chelmsford Immigration Judge George Pappas\, who has graciously accepted our invitation to share insights from his time on the bench. Judge Pappas will reflect on the state of the Immigration Courts\, voice his concerns about their direction under the Trump administration\, and speak more broadly about what he sees as an erosion of American institutions. Since his departure from the bench\, Judge Pappas has been an outspoken and thoughtful critic—this promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking conversation. \nHave questions for Judge Pappas? Please submit them no later than August 13\, 2025\, to EOIRproblemcases@gmail.com \n Register Here \n 
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-roundtable-discussion-with-former-immigration-judge-george-pappas/
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SUMMARY:AILA NE 2025 Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:AILA NE Summer Social – August 20 | Salem\, MA \n\nAfter a year filled with professional and personal challenges—especially as we navigate the impacts of a new administration—now is the time to come together as a community and rally in fellowship. \n\nJoin us for the AILA NE Summer Social on Wednesday\, August 20\, from 5:30–9:00 PM at The Roof\, a scenic rooftop bar and restaurant offering stunning views of historic Salem\, MA. \nThis member-only gathering is a chance to unwind\, enjoy great company\, and celebrate the strength and resilience of our immigration law community. \n\n Location: The Roof\, 209 Essex Street\, Salem\, MA 01970\nTime: 5:30–9:00 PM\nCost: $25 /Register HERE\nIncludes: Flatbread station\, salads\, dessert\, and 2 drink tickets (beer or wine).\nCash bar available | Members Only \n\nSpots are limited—RSVP by August 4 and join us for an unforgettable evening!
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-2025-summer-social/
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SUMMARY:AILA NE Roundtable: After the Affirmative Asylum Application Dismissal: Ethics\, Strategy & CFI Survival 
DESCRIPTION:AILA NE Roundtable: After the Affirmative Asylum Application Dismissal: Ethics\, Strategy & CFI Survival  \nJoin us for a follow-up roundtable delving into the evolving challenges and best practices surrounding asylum dismissals and credible fear interviews (CFIs). Whether you joined our previous session or are jumping in now\, this is an essential discussion for practitioners navigating the complexities of the post-dismissal asylum process. We’ll explore:\n– The timeline from dismissal to CFI scheduling\n– Ethical dilemmas when clients recant fear or admit to misstatements on their I-589\n– How to advise clients who are reluctant to attend or are detained \n– Strategies to prepare clients for CFIs and manage anxieties about detention \nWhen: August 28\, 2025 at 12:00pm \nRegister Here
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-roundtable-after-the-affirmative-asylum-application-dismissal-ethics-strategy-cfi-survival/
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