Immigrant Affairs
Immigration Policy Updates Webinars
Know Your Rights
Join Austin Equity and Inclusion for free virtual Know Your Rights webinars happening until the month of November. Learn about your rights and recent updates on various topics related to immigration policy.
Next Session:
Small Business
Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.
Explore how immigration enforcement policies may affect small business owners, workers, and entrepreneurs.
Participants will learn about workplace-related concerns, employee rights, and available resources.
Webinar Passcode: KYR2026
Spanish interpretation will be provided for all sessions.
To request other languages, including ASL, or other accommodations please contact us at least 5 days in advance at aei@austintexas.gov or call 512-974-3251
Upcoming Know Your Rights Sessions:
Learn how immigration enforcement policies may impact students and families in educational settings. This session will cover students' rights, privacy protections, and available school-based resources.
Understand how recent changes in immigration policy and enforcement may affect refugees and humanitarian populations. Participants will learn about their rights, protections, and available support services.
Learn about your constitutional rights during interactions with law enforcement and immigration officials. This session will provide practical information to help individuals and families prepare for and respond to enforcement encounters.
Explore how immigration enforcement concerns can affect housing stability and access. Participants will learn about tenant rights, fair housing protections, and resources available to support immigrant households.
- Immigration Policy Updates | Know Your Rights Resources and Materials
Know Your Rights Resources and Materials
Know Your Rights Red Cards are available at all Austin Public Library branches in multiple languages.
You can also download, print, or order Red Cards from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center.
Additional Know Your Rights Flyers available in English | Spanish | Arabic | French | Hindi | Simplified Chinese | Vietnamese
- 'Know Your Rights Regardless of Immigration Status'
- 'Know Your Rights at a Protest'
- 'Know Your Rights When ICE Approaches You'
If you are needing materials in other langauges, please reach out to us at aei@austintexas.gov
- Spring 2026 Information Sessions & Citizenship Clinic Dates
Apply for U.S. Citizenship! Spring 2026 Information Sessions & Citizenship Clinic Dates
Please plan to attend an information session before going to the Citizenship Clinic.
If you have any questions or need any accommodations, please contact Austin Equity and Inclusion by email at aei@austintexas.gov or by calling us at 512-974-3251
Citizenship Clinic Flyers and Graphics
English | Spanish | Burmese | Vietnamese | Simplified Chinese
Citizenship Clinic and Information Session Dates: Spring 2026
Step 1: Attend a 30 Minute Information Session
Attend one of four information sessions to learn more about the requirements to apply for U.S. citizenship. Attorneys from American Gateways will be present to answer questions about your eligibility. You will also receive a checklist with the documents and information you will need to prepare for the Citizenship Clinic.Dates and locations for the information sessions are:
- Info Session 1: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Ruiz Branch Library, 11am to 11:30am
- Info Session 2: Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Southeast Branch Library, 6pm to 6:30pm
- Info Session 3: Thursday, March 12, 2026 at Little Walnut Creek Branch Library, 6pm to 6:30pm
- Info Session 4: Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Windsor Park Branch Library, 11am to 11:30am
Step 2: Attend the Citizenship Clinic
After attending an information session and confirming you are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship, attend the Citizenship Clinic. Attendees will get FREE one-on-one assistance completing the N-400 application for naturalization. Bring the documents and information you will need to complete the N-400 application.
Citizenship Clinic | Saturday, April 11, 2026
- 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Registration closes at 11:30 am
- Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754
- Language interpretation and disability accommodations are available.
For questions or to request interpretation help, please contact Austin Equity and Inclusion at aei@austintexas.gov or call us at 512-974-3251.
Documents for the Citizenship Clinic
👉🏾 View and download the N400 Personal Information Worksheet/Hoja de Información Personal here
Looking for English (ESL) classes to help you with your citizenship interview?
The Austin Public Library offers ESL classes at several library locations. Check the schedule for English classes here.
- Welcoming City: Welcoming Week - September 12th to 21st, 2025
The City of Austin is celebrating Welcoming Week, partnering with organizations and communities to bring together neighbors of all backgrounds. Our goal is to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places in achieving collective prosperity.
Click HERE for the Welcoming Week 2025 media toolkit and for flyers in multiple languages
City of Austin Welcoming Week 2025: September 12 - 21, 2025
Date + Time
Event + Description
Location
Interpretation Provided
Event Host/Parner
Wednesday, Sept. 3
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Scoops & Stories
Grab a treat and enjoy thoughtful conversation with guest speaker Usha Akella — poet, speaker, and founder of global women’s initiatives — as we explore the power of storytelling to preserve culture and build connection.
Connect with neighbors, friends, and community members in a nostolgic space - an ice cream shop.
Dumont Creamery & Cafe, Cedar Park, 601 W New Hope Dr Suite 106 Building 1, Cedar Park, TX 78613
n/a 
Tuesday, Sept. 9
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Welcoming Week Community Health & Resource Fair
No RSVP needed; see flyers in multiple languages here
No appointment necessary! Join us for MAP enrollment, free health screenings, resources from community vendors and free giveaways!
North Austin YMCA - 1000 W Rundberg Ln, Austin, TX 78758 Spanish, Mandarin, Dari, Pashto, Arabic 
Friday, Sept. 12
10:00 am to 11:00 am
Naturalization Ceremony - EVENT NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Individuals who have applied for naturalization will take their final step to becoming a U.S. citizen, where they will take an Oath of Allegiance to the United States, publicly affirming their commitment and receiving their Certificate of Naturalization.
n/a n/a 
Friday, Sept. 12
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Welcoming Week Kickoff Celebration: "The Stories We Share - City of Austin"
RSVP at bit.ly/wwkickoffatx2025
Join us for the City of Austin’s inaugural Welcoming Week Kickoff Celebration!
From September 12–21, 2025, Welcoming Week honors immigrants’ contributions and the connections that unite all community members.
This year’s theme, “The Stories We Share,” highlights the power of personal stories to bring us together.
Austin City Hall - Atrium - 301 W. 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701 Available upon request 
Saturday, Sept. 13
9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Citizenship Clinic
Must have attended an information session to determine eligibility; learn more here
The Citizenship Clinic helps the first 55 people in line to complete their N-400 application for naturalization with the help from immigration attorneys.
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Saturday, Sept. 13
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Celebrating Our Cultura
This event is dedicated to uplifting our local immigrant ATX Latinx artist community. We invite the immigrant community to come together to share resources, offer guidance, and develop action plans during this time of political uncertainty. The event will feature a panel of local leaders and resources, along with networking opportunities, a Q&A session, circle time for connection, and performances. The event is free and open to the public, but to ensure the safety and well-being of all attendees, we kindly ask everyone to register via this FORM to confirm attendance.
Amplify Credit Union - 2800 Esperanza Crossing Bldg. 2, Austin, TX 78758 Spanish 
Saturday, Sept. 13
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Mis Quince: Demostración de Peinado
No RSVP needed; Learn more here
¿Estás preparándote para tu quinceañera? Acompáñanos en este taller gratuito.¡Ven y aprende como hacer un peinado recogido para esta gran celebración!Are you getting ready for your quinceañera? Join us for this free workshop. Come and learn how to create an updo for this big celebration!
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Saturday, Sept. 13
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
African Folktales! With Elizabeth Kahura
No RSVP needed; Learn more here
Enjoy folktales, fables, myths, music, poems, proverbs, riddles, jokes, AND tongue twisters in English and Swahili with Elizabeth Kahura, an educator, storyteller, and performer from Kenya!
Menchaca Library Branch - 5500 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78745 Available upon request
Sunday, Sept. 14
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Trail Takeover for Palestine
No RSVP needed
Please join us for our next Trail Takeover for Palestine! We will be beautifying our community while making Palestine unavoidable. From Palestine to Mexico, ALL are welcome here in Austin. Clean-up supplies will be provided.
Hike and Bike Trail - S Lakeshore Blvd and Lady Bird Ln Available upon request 
Sunday, Sept. 14
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Refugee Welcome Week Art, Food, and Crafts Bazaar
No RSVP needed; Learn more here
Building off the success of similar prior events in partnership with Global Impact Initiative (GII), the TownLake YMCA will host an expanded festival that highlights craftsmanship and culinary skills. GII is an Austin-based nonprofit serving the local refugee community. GII staff and volunteers will help organize and conduct a Refugee Art & Food Festival at the TownLake YMCA center. *Food and art are for purchase.
TownLake YMCA - 1100 W Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78703 Available upon request
Sunday, Sept. 14
3:00 pm to 7:00pm
Community Well-Being Circle
Learn more here or follow @kalpulli_texas_quetzalcoatl on Instagram
Come celebrate an evening of free natural therapies, cacao, music, loteria, talks, activities for the children, art & community.
8501 Bluff Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78744 Spanish 
Monday, Sept. 15
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fiesta del Grito de la Independencia de México
Este evento gratuito y abierto al público conmemora el 215 aniversario del inicio de la Independencia de México. El momento culminante de la noche será la emotiva recreación del Grito de Independencia a cargo del Cónsul General de México en Austin, Humberto Hernández Haddad.
La celebración contará con la participación del Ballet Folklórico Roy Lozano, Mariachi Capital, agrupaciones musicales, un mercado de artesanías mexicanas, feria de recursos comunitarios —con información sobre servicios de salud, migración, e historia compartida de Texas, México y Austin—, así como actividades para niñas y niños.
This free event marks the 215th anniversary of the beginning of the independence of Mexico. The highlight of the evening will be when Cónsul General of México Humberto Hernández Haddad reenacts the cry for independence.
Entertainment will feature the Roy Lozano Ballet Folklórico, Mariachi Capital and other bands. The event will include a Mexican artisan mercado; a community resource fair with information on health care, immigration and the Texas, Mexico and Austin shared history; as well as children’s activities.
Republic Square Park - 422 Guadalupe Street, Austin, TX 78701
Need transportation?
Free Bus Pass for La Fiesta de laIndependencia de México/Pase Gratuito de Camión paraLa Fiesta de la Independencia de México📅 Pass Is redeemable: September 13-15Each pass is valid for 24 hours after first use.📲 How to Redeem the Free Ride Code:- Download the UMO App (iOS or Android)
- Create an account
- Tap the menu (☰)
- Select “Redeem Code”
- Enter code: CM-7MVK-XX2X
📅 El pase gratuito de camión se puede canjear:del 13-15 de septiembreCada pase es válido por 24 horas después del primer uso.📲 Cómo canjear el código y viajar de manera gratuita:1, Descarga la aplicación UMO (iOS o Android)2. Crea una cuenta3. Toca el menú (☰)4. Selecciona "Canjear código"5. Introduce el código: CM-7MVK-XX2X
Spanish, others available upon request 
Tuesday, Sept. 16
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Immigration Policy Changes and Family Preparedness Webinar
Texas Immigration Law Council will provide updates on recent changes in immigration law and policy and offer insights on how everyone can exercise their constitutional rights to keep them and their communities safe.
On Zoom Spanish, others available upon request 
Wednesday, Sept. 17
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Pathways to Mental Healing: Toolkit Information Session
This one-hour workshop will be presented in English with Spanish interpretation and will address the urgent need for mental health services in the underserved Hispanic community. Participants will also receive information about Greater Austin YMCA Counseling services provided in Spanish and available at low-cost. Lunch will be provided.
East Communities YMCA - 5315 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78723
Spanish, others available upon request
Wednesday, Sept. 17
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Talk Time - Improve Your English Conversation! / Mejore su conversación en inglés!
Talk Time is a program for English conversation practice with other English language learners and English speaking volunteers. No registration is necessary. The program is open to any adult who speaks some English and wants an informal and safe place to practice with others.
Spicewood Springs Library Branch - 8637 Spicewood Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78759 Spanish
Wednesday, Sept. 17
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Civic Health Happy Hour
No RSVP needed
This fun and interactive workshop will cover how the City of Austin’s government works, how residents can make their voices heard, how to contact city departments to address issues, how to access valuable city assistance programs and how to make community change.
East Communities YMCA - 5315 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Austin, TX 78723
Available upon request 
Thursday, Sept. 18
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Pathways to Mental Healing: Toolkit Information Session
No RSVP neededThis one-hour workshop will be conducted in Spanish with English interpretation and will address the urgent need for mental health services in the underserved Hispanic community. Participants will also receive information about Greater Austin YMCA Counseling services provided in Spanish and available at low-cost.
North Austin YMCA - Address: 1000 W Rundberg Ln, Austin, TX 78758
Spanish, others available upon request
Friday, Sept. 19
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
BizAid Business Orientation hosted by Austin Economic Development
Before starting your business or establishing a brick-and-mortar presence, learn what resources are available to you in Austin. BizAid Business Orientation is an introductory class designed to equip aspiring business owners with the knowledge and resources to kickstart their entrepreneurial journey seamlessly. Navigate the intricate landscape of city, state, and federal regulations and gain invaluable insights into the City of Austin's development process for commercial properties. Empower yourself with the tools, guidance, and support to transform your business dream into a tangible reality.
Virtual on Zoom
Interpretation available upon request 
Saturday, Sept. 20
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Ukranian Storytime
No RSVP needed; Learn more here
Come join us for Ukrainian storytime! Children ages 4-8 years old and their parents are welcome to enjoy exciting stories and activities.
Spicewood Springs Branch - 8637 Spicewood Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78759 Ukranian; other languages available upon request
Saturday, Sept. 20
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Bilingual Yoga with Aneika | Yoga Bilingue con Aneika
No RSVP needed; Learn more here
Bilingual Yoga in Spanish and English for all levels is a practice that focuses on body awareness and connection with the breath. This class offers gentle movement and time for meditation and relaxation. Please wear comfortable clothes. The library has mats to share.
Southeast Library Branch - 5803 Nuckols Crossing Rd, Austin, TX 78744
Spanish, English; other languages available upon request
Saturday, Sept. 20
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Civic Health Workout
No RSVP needed
This fun and interactive workshop covers how the City of Austin’s government works, how residents can make their voices heard, how to contact city departments to address issues, how to access valuable city assistance programs and how to make community change.
TownLake YMCA - 1100 W Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, TX 78703
n/a
Saturday, Sept. 20
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Library 101 - Passport Services
Please join us for an information session about the Library Passport Services. Learn everything you need to get your passport quickly and easily!
University Hills Branch - 4721 Loyola Ln, Austin, TX 78723
Interpretation available upon request
Sunday, Sept. 21
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Bilingual Art & Nature Walk
No RSVP needed
Join staff from the Austin Parks and Recreation, Cities Connecting Children to Nature , Urban Forest Program, and Ecology Action of Texas for a bilingual art & nature walk! Bilingual environmental educators will talk about the preserve, the plants and animals you can find there, and the importance of protecting our waterways. You can also enjoy the various art installations along the way!
Circle Acres Nature Preserve + Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park - 400 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX 78741
Spanish; other languages available upon request 
