For Marina,* becoming a U.S. citizen was a long-awaited milestone. Having lived in the United States since 1989 and as a lawful permanent resident since 2004, she faced challenges finding accessible legal assistance—until she turned to Justice for all Immigrants (JFAI.
Marina learned about JFAI through her parents, who became citizens with our support. Inspired by their experience, she sought help for her citizenship process. "Since renewing my residency with JFAI, I’ve appreciated how smooth and quick the process was," she shared. Despite a language barrier, JFAI’s bilingual approach made her feel respected and supported.
"My family is happy because everyone is now a citizen, and I can finally vote," she said.
On December 11, 2024, Marina proudly completed her citizenship oath ceremony, bringing joy to her family, who now all share U.S. citizenship. "My family is happy because everyone is now a citizen, and I can finally vote," she said. Marina also sees JFAI’s broader impact: "They help a lot and positively affect the community."
Grateful for the service, Marina recommends JFAI to others and advises patience and persistence. "Thank you for your service."
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