Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement

To empower immigrants and refugees to live confidently through high-quality legal representation, resettlement, and social work and to create welcoming communities through education and advocacy.

CIRA provides compassionate refugee services, expert legal representation, and comprehensive social work to immigrants and refugees residing or arriving in Nebraska and Southwest Iowa. We envision immigrants and refugees thriving in communities across the state. CIRA’s diverse and experienced team assists with all forms of family and humanitarian-based services to ensure immigrants and refugees are welcomed, settled, and able to build a life of their choosing.