The Caribbean Asylum and Refugee Law Initiative specializes in legal representation and advocacy for asylum seekers, refugees, and migrants in Trinidad and across the wider Caribbean. The Initiative and its legal team concentrate on asylum claims, refugee status determination, humanitarian protection, and related immigration proceedings before national authorities and regional bodies.
Grounded in principles of international refugee law and regional human rights frameworks, the Initiative collaborates with civil society organizations, non-governmental actors, and legal aid partners to advance strategic casework and policy interventions. Its work addresses complex evidentiary needs, protection screening, and coordination across jurisdictions to support durable protection outcomes.
The Initiative emphasizes client-centered representation that prioritizes safety, confidentiality, and trauma-informed advocacy. Services include individualized case management, legal counseling, preparation for hearings and appeals, and capacity-building for community partners to strengthen access to protection and legal remedies.
