Undocumented Immigrant Women

Immigrant women are often in a vulnerable position as they can be exploited by those who bring them into this country, partners, employers, landlords and others who exercise power over them. If a language barrier exists, they are even more vulnerable. Many undocumented immigrant women are not aware of special protections afforded them when they are crime victims or witnesses of crime and they report these crimes. Even with these safeguards in place, the current political climate may not always ensure that they are protected under the laws and may face deportation as the legal system is cryptic with many law enforcement and ICE (immigration and customs enforcement) officers don't usually take the time to inform undocumented immigrants and detainees of their rights. It is common for those of them who are abused to suffer in silence under threats by their abuser of reporting them. The Facts on Immigrant Women and Domestic Violence