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LONG ISLAND JUSTICE INITIATIVE INC

LINDENHURST, NY · EIN 843710064 · Form 990EZ · FY2023 · NTEE P84 · Human Services · Micro (<$100K) · lijinitiative.org
revenue
$0
expenses
$4K
net assets
$2K
employees
mission · from form 990

LONG ISLAND JUSTICE INITIATIVE(LIJI) CREATES POSITIVE SOCIAL CHANGE BY PROMOTING HIGH MORAL VALUES THROUGH STRONG PARTNERSHIPS, ADVOCACY, AND SERVICES THAT HELP ADVANCE AND PROTECT IMMIGRANT RIGHTS. LIJI PROVIDES SERVICES AND ONGOING SUPPORT TO IMMIGRANT WORKERS AND THEIR FAMILIES AS WELL AS TRAINING AND SUPPORT OF UNIONS AND THEIR STAFF. LIJI ENGAGES IN COMMUNITY EDUCATION THROUGH YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS IN AN ATTEMPT TO IMPROVE OUR COMMUNITIES.

profile · synthesized from sources

Long Island Justice Initiative (LIJI) is a nonprofit organization based in New York that advances immigrant rights through community education, advocacy, and direct support services. It provides guidance on immigration processes, legal rights, and access to education and digital skills training. LIJI also runs youth empowerment and workforce development programs, focusing on immigrant workers and their families in the Long Island region.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Charlas de “Conoce tus derechos”
Educational sessions that inform community members about their basic legal rights regardless of immigration status, helping them make informed decisions and stay protected.
Programa de Becas y Educación
Provides scholarships and access to professional training, digital skills courses, and certifications through platforms like Coursera, focusing on technology, data analysis, digital marketing, and AI for immigrant communities.
Talleres comunitarios y sesiones educativas
Hosts in-person and virtual workshops on immigration rights, legal processes, and civic education to empower immigrant families with practical knowledge.
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Refugee and Immigrant Resettlement Services 1 activity
    • Community collaboration and resource coordination
      Collaborates with community organizations, educators, and local leaders to connect immigrant families with essential services and resources. Shares information about community programs and initiatives to strengthen support networks.
  • Immigrant Rights Education & Legal Preparedness 1 activity
    • Community education and empowerment workshops
      Organizes in-person and virtual workshops on immigration rights, education, technology, and self-defense, aimed at youth and broader community members. Conducts sessions in accessible environments to explain immigration processes and available resources.
  • Website Accessibility Implementation 1 activity
    • Development and maintenance of multilingual, accessible public resources
      Operates a bilingual (English/Spanish) website with screen reader compatibility, keyboard navigation, and clear visual design to ensure accessibility. Provides educational materials, guides, and official resource links through this platform.
  • Immigration Legal Services 1 activity
    • Direct support and legal guidance for immigrant families
      Provides legal guidance, education, and direct support to immigrant families navigating complex systems, including assistance with permanent residency renewal, naturalization, and family-based immigration petitions. Offers information on employment authorization and associated risks.
  • Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
    • Educational and digital resource access for community members
      Connects individuals with scholarships, digital tools, and professional training opportunities, including free access to Coursera courses and Google-developed programs focused on job-relevant skills. Supports long-term stability through educational resources and certifications.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$0
Contributions & grants$0
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$4K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$2K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$2K
3 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue -100.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

board members · 1
  • VASUDEV DAS — BOARD CHAIR
relationships · 20

Who they work with

  • Coursera Partner — Provides the platform through which LIJI delivers scholarship-funded courses developed by Google.
  • DOJ Government — References DOJ-recognized organizations and uses DOJ-affiliated resources for legal accreditation information.
  • DOJ - Organizaciones Reconocidas Government — Directs users to the Department of Justice’s list of accredited organizations for legal immigration services.
  • DOJ - Organizaciones Reconocidas Government — References the Department of Justice list of accredited organizations as an official resource.
  • EOIR Government — Provides access to EOIR resources for checking disciplinary records of immigration lawyers.
  • EOIR - Abogados Disciplinados Government — References EOIR’s disciplinary records to help users verify the standing of immigration attorneys.
  • Google Partner — Collaborates with Google to offer educational programs through scholarships on Coursera.
  • Long Island Justice Initiative Network — Member organization sharing information about its community initiatives.
  • New York Unified Court System Government — Provides a link to the New York Unified Court System for attorney verification.
  • New York Unified Court System Government — Provides a link to the New York state court system’s attorney search tool.
  • New York Unified Court System Partner — Partners with or refers to the New York Unified Court System for lawyer verification and legal resources.
  • Partners & Donors Partner — Collaborates with local community organizations, educators, and advocates to expand impact and build sustainable support networks.
  • USCIS Government — Provides information related to USCIS-issued documents such as Green Cards, EADs, and Advance Parole.
  • USCIS Government — Provides links and references to official USCIS tools for case status and processing times.
  • USCIS Government — Provides links to official USCIS resources and references USCIS processing times and forms.
  • USCIS Government — References USCIS as the official source for naturalization processing times and exam details.
  • Unions Partner — Provides training and support to unions and their staff.
  • educadores Partner — Educators collaborating to support immigrant families and expand access to resources
  • líderes locales Partner — Local leaders collaborating on initiatives related to social justice and immigrant family wellbeing
  • organizaciones comunitarias Partner — Community organizations collaborating to expand access to information, education, legal resources, and community support
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community-Centered Education and Accompaniment
    methodology: community-education-and-accompaniment
    By providing community education, multilingual resources, and direct accompaniment, we empower immigrant families to navigate complex immigration systems, because informed and supported individuals are more likely to successfully advocate for themselves and access critical services.
  • Community-Partnered Outreach for Legal Access
    methodology: community-partnered_outreach
    By partnering with trusted community-based organizations, educators, and local leaders, we expand access to legal resources and support for immigrant families, because trusted networks increase reach, reduce barriers, and enhance engagement among underserved populations.
  • Immigrant Rights Partnership Model
    methodology: immigrant-rights-partnership-model
    By combining advocacy, direct services, and strong moral values through strategic partnerships, we advance and protect immigrant rights, because systemic change is most effectively achieved through coordinated action grounded in shared ethical commitments.
  • Immigrant-Centered Digital Literacy as Economic Empowerment
    methodology: immigrant-centered-digital-literacy
    By offering digital skills training tailored to immigrants without prior tech experience, we enable improved employment, business development, and civic participation, because technology access and literacy are foundational to economic mobility and community contribution.