
The Immigration Court Observation & Awareness Project is a free, self-paced online course offered by the ABA Commission on Immigration that trains volunteers to understand and observe U.S. immigration court proceedings and systematically document trends, practices, and procedural details that impact due process and access to counsel. Through videos, written guidance, checklists, and practical observation strategies, the course equips volunteers with the tools to identify where and when to observe in person or virtually, how to record accurate data, and how to contribute that information to broader advocacy efforts for accountability and transparency in the immigration system. This resource is ideal for legal advocates, law students, pro-bono volunteers, and community organizers who want to support fair outcomes in immigration court by building evidence and visibility around courtroom practices.