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Immigrants have long appreciated Maine for its welcoming people and its way of life. Since the 19th century, immigrants have helped shape Maine's culture and economy, making vital contributions to Maine's agriculture, hospitality, and professional sectors.
Today, ILAP estimates Maine's immigrant population to be between 54,000 – 64,000 persons.
The Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project (ILAP) is Maine’s only provider of free and low-cost immigration information and legal assistance to low-income Maine residents. ILAP’s skilled legal assistance helps Maine’s immigrants keep their families together, gain protection from persecution and domestic violence, attain residency and work authorization, and become proud U.S. citizens. These benefits lead to stable families and improved opportunities, allowing Maine’s immigrants to contribute to their new communities for generations to come.
In 2008, ILAP assisted over 2600 individuals originating from 98 different countries around the world.
