Volunteer with ILAH

Access Pro Bono Seeks Volunteer Lawyers for Islamophobia Legal Assistance Hotline. Link to the form is in the bio!

Are you a lawyer that is interested in making a difference in reducing Islamophobic discrimination? The Islamophobia Legal Assistance Hotline (ILAH) is looking for volunteer lawyers like you to join our mission. ILAH focuses on various areas of law, including human rights, employment, tenancy, and immigration, with the ultimate goal of combating Islamophobia and fostering a more inclusive society. However, we welcome lawyers from all practice areas to join our roster. If you’re interested in volunteering, we invite you to complete the attached FORM. For any inquiries or if you wish to learn more about our program, feel free to reach out to us at ilah@accessprobono.ca.

Program description: Over the last few years, Islamophobia has increased significantly in Canada. In response to the rise of Islamophobia, a group of legal organizations and concerned lawyers in British Columbia established the Islamophobia Legal Assistance Hotline (ILAH) in March 2016. Working in solidarity with Muslim and racialized communities, ILAH aims to combat Islamophobia by providing free legal advice and representation to individuals and groups affected by Islamophobia. Individuals who have experienced Islamophobic discrimination will be assisted by BC lawyers to access available legal remedies. ILAH also opposes Islamophobia by providing public legal education, research, and systemic advocacy by working with diverse communities. This may include distribution of educational material, media engagement, community outreach in collaboration with mosques/faith centres, Muslim organizations, and other organizations interested in dismantling Islamophobia.