The Office of Immigrant, Migrant, and Refugee Rights (IMRR) is part of the City of Chicago’s commitment to inclusion, equity, and justice. We work to ensure that all residents—regardless of their immigration status—can have access to city services, protections, and feel a sense of belonging.

We serve as a bridge between communities and city government—helping individuals and families connect to programs, understand their rights, and thrive in Chicago.

Our Mission 

To ensure that all immigrants and refugees in Chicago have equal access to city services, legal protections, and opportunities to thrive—regardless of their country of origin, language, or time in the U.S.

Our Values

• Equity – Fair and just access to opportunity for all
• Inclusion – Celebrating diversity as one of Chicago’s greatest strengths
• Safety – Ensuring all people feel safe, secure, and protected
• Dignity – Every person deserves to be treated with humanity and respect
  
  

Meet Our Team

We are a multilingual, multicultural team of public servants, community organizers, and policy professionals committed to making Chicago a truly welcoming city for all.

Community Councils and Partners

Our work is guided by the voices, needs, and leadership of the communities we serve. We collaborate with the following bodies:

• New Americans Advisory Council – Community representatives advising on immigrant and refugee issues
• African Diaspora Engagement Council – Strengthening outreach, cultural recognition, and policy response
• Chicago Is With You Taskforce – Cross-sector collaboration to ensure protection and inclusion
• Mayors Migration Council (MMC) – Global partnership advancing inclusive local policies
• Cities for Citizenship (CC4C) – Promoting naturalization and civic inclusion
• Cities for Action (C4A) – Advocating for inclusive federal immigration reform
• Welcoming America – National movement and resource hub for inclusive communities 

If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to the IMRR Office at IMRR@cityofchicago.org.

Help Shape Our Work

If you're interested in learning more about the advisory council, please reach out to IMRR@cityofchicago.org. For future application announcements, follow IMRR on our socials!