Founded in 1971, Public Citizen is a community service organization, specializing in advocating for the interests of the citizen of the United States. Located in Washington, D.C., the company voices the interests of American citizens before the Congress, the executive branch agencies and courts. It has challenged the abusive practices of a variety of industries, including the pharmaceutical, nuclear and automobile industries, among others. The organization provides its services through its five services divisions, such as Congress Watch Division, The Energy Program, Global Trade Watch, The Health Research Group and Litigation Group.
In order to achieve our mission, Ayuda focuses its work in the following areas: * Immigration- providing consultation and representation on a myriad of issues ranging from asylum to work authorization. * Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault- delivering both legal and social services in a holistic manner that helps victims escape violence and build productive lives. * Children's legal assistance- Ayuda offers specialized legal services for abused and neglected minors so they can achieve certainty over their legal status. * Anti-trafficking- our services range from helping victims effectively prosecute perpetrators and secure visas to offering case management so they can successfully lead a free life.
