Enhancing Immigrant Lives for a Stronger Maine
What We Do
At the Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition (MIRC), our mission is to improve legal, social, and economic conditions for immigrants in the state of Maine.
MIRC brings together more than 110 organizations to form a unique statewide network representing diverse ethnic communities. These organizations, a majority of which are led by people of color, work together to foster immigrant inclusion and integration through both support programs and policies.
“Enhancing their lives while strengthening Maine – through advocacy, information sharing and collaboration both through and among our member organizations.”
Policy Work
As part of our mission, we continually follow and advocate for local, state, and national policies that affect Maine’s immigrant community. Here’s what we’re working on now:
MIRC Policy Priorities 2024-2026
The U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021
Explore the landmark bill that establishes a path to citizenship for certain undocumented individuals.
Case Inquiry Date Tip Sheet (Multilingual Resources) – Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman(CIS)
New Expanded Monthly Child Tax Credit
As part of the 2020 American Rescue Plan, families can earn advanced payments of the 2021 Child Tax Credit (CTC)
News
Discover the latest events related to local, state, and national immigration policy.
WELCOME TO THE MAINE ICE WATCH RESOURCE HUB
This is a working document intended to help New Mainers: verify ICE sightings; know your rights; make a plan in case of family separation; find resources; support detainees; and get involved with advocacy.
MIRC News and Action, Sept. 17, 2025
On Citizenship Day 2025 we at MIRC recognize that naturalization is more than a status change; it is a declaration of belonging. It ensures that our communities are not just spoken about, but are the ones speaking, deciding, and shaping the future.
MIRC Advocacy Updates, Sept. 12, 2025
It wasn’t until I entered this job that I fully came to understand the meaning of the phrase “There are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happen,” but boy does it feel like it has been a busy one.
MIRC Advocacy Updates, Aug. 29, 2025
The long weekend commemorates Labor Day! Labor Day was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century to honor American workers’ contributions and became a federal holiday in 1894.
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#WeAreMaine
When we strengthen our immigrant community, we strengthen Maine. Your generous donations help us make our state a place where we can all thrive.
Members
Our extensive network is made up of organizations dedicated to strengthening and supporting our immigrant community.
