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:
Education
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | 6:00 p.m.
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.
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
Webinar Passcode: KYR2026
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 policies may affect access to healthcare and what rights individuals have when seeking medical care in Texas.
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.
Spread the Word
Know Your Rights Resources and Materials
Explore and share our Know Your Rights materials
- Know Your Rights Red Cards
Available in multiple languages at all Austin Public Library branches.
- Download, Print, and Order Red Cards
The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) has FREE red cards in 59 different languages. Learn how to print and share them by visiting the the ILRC website.
- Know Your Rights Regardless of Immigration Status - Flyer
English | Spanish | Arabic | French | Hindi | Simplified Chinese | Vietnamese
- Know Your Rights at a Protest - Flyer
English | Spanish | Arabic | French | Hindi | Simplified Chinese | Vietnamese
- Know Your Rights When ICE Approaches You - Flyer
English | Spanish | Arabic | French | Hindi | Simplified Chinese | Vietnamese
If you are needing materials in other langauges, please reach out to us at aei@austintexas.gov
Fall 2026 Citizenship Clinic: Apply for U.S. Citizenship
2026 Citizenship Clinic
Step 1: Attend an Information Session
Attend one of four information sessions to:
- Learn the requirements to apply for U.S. Citizenship.
- Get your questions answered by immigration attorneys.
- Get checklists of all documents and information needed to prepare for the Citizenship Clinic.
Information Session Schedule
- Session 1: August 8
- Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Location: Ruiz Branch Library, 1600 Grove Blvd, Austin, TX 78741
- Session 2: August 13
- Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026
- Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Little Walnut Creek Branch Library, 835 Rundberg Ln, Austin, TX 78758
- Session 3: August 22
- Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Location: Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center: 600 River St, Austin, TX 78701
- Session 4: September 1
- Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026
- Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Windsor Park Branch Library: 5833 Westminster Dr, Austin, TX 78723
Step 2: Attend the Citizenship Clinic
Date: September 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (registration closes at 11:30 a.m.)
Location: Asian American Resource Center (AARC), 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754
After attending an information session and confirming you are eligible to apply for U.S. Citizenship, attend the Citizenship Clinic.
- The first 50 people will get FREE one-on-one assistance completing the N-400 application for naturalization.
- Bring documents and information you will need to complete the N-400 application.
Download Citizenship Clinic Flyers to Share
Important Documents for the Citizenship Clinic
View and download the N400 Personal Information Worksheet/Hoja de Información Personal here
English (ESL) Classes - Prepare for your citizenship interview
The Austin Public Library offers ESL classes at several library locations. Check the schedule for English classes hosted near you.
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September 10 - September 19, 2026
Welcoming Week 2026
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.
More information to come for 2026!