As a newly formed legal nonprofit fighting for the civil and human rights of the South Asian diaspora in the U.S we need your help to expand and amplify our mission.
If you’re interested in volunteering or just learning more, please fill out our Volunteer Form.
Whether you are a community member, professional, student, or lawyer, there are many ways to get involved.
🔹Answer resource line calls/messages
🔹Triage needs and document requests
🔹Connect callers to trusted resources
🔹Provide brief legal consultations
🔹Support navigating immigration issues
🔹Document outcomes
🔹Help build trusted community relationships through SAAJCO’s Belonging is Our Resistance initiative by engaging in conversations around identity, belonging, and civic participation.
🔹Support community education and outreach efforts, including Know Your Rights (KYR) engagement, storytelling, and connection to trusted resources.
🔹SAAJCO’s Community Advocate Pilot Program will run from September through March in Atlanta, Dallas, and Houston, with two Community Advocates selected in each region. Applications will open on a rolling basis in July. Stipends may be available depending on funding.
🔹While the formal pilot is limited to these locations, SAAJCO may support similar community engagement opportunities in other regions on a more informal basis.
No matter your background, there’s a place for you at SAAJCO. Together, we can build a movement for justice.
🚀 Ready to get involved?
Fill out our Volunteer Form and a team member will follow up with you.
📩 Questions? Email us at volunteer@saajco.org
Thank you for standing with us—your support is essential in the fight for equity and dignity under the law.
SAAJCO fights for the civil and human rights of South Asian communities in the U.S. through impact litigation and community engagement. Our programs include Know Your Rights education, civic participation, and coalition-building.
Current opportunities may include:
Additional opportunities may be added throughout the year based on organizational and community needs.
Absolutely. If there is a particular project, skill set, community initiative, or idea you would like to explore in partnership with SAAJCO, we encourage you to reach out. Even if there is not a formal role currently listed above, we are open to thoughtful collaborations that align with our mission and community needs.
Most opportunities are volunteer-based. Some programs, including the Community Advocate Pilot Program, may offer stipends depending on funding availability.
Not necessarily. Some opportunities, such as Consulting Attorney roles, require legal experience and licensure. Others, including community engagement and intake roles, are open to individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
Time commitments vary depending on the role and project. Some opportunities are event-based or short-term, while others involve ongoing engagement over several months.
You can apply directly through the opportunities listed above or sign up for updates to hear about future volunteer opportunities and initiatives.
In some cases, yes. Depending on the role and your institution or program requirements, SAAJCO may be able to provide documentation confirming volunteer hours or service participation. Law students and attorneys may also be eligible for qualifying pro bono experience depending on applicable guidelines. We encourage volunteers to discuss any specific requirements with us in advance.
Sign up for one of our upcoming Volunteer Information Sessions through the Calendly link above.
Fighting for the civil and human rights of the South Asian diaspora in the United States
Join our community of supporters to help fuel impactful legal strategies, amplify advocacy for immigrant and human rights, and strengthen the fight against systemic injustices. Your contribution empowers meaningful change and sustains critical work where it's needed most.
Join our network of volunteers to help shape impactful legal strategies, advocate for immigrant and human rights, and defend against systemic injustices.
