Citizenship Classes
New American Program
The Voces’ New American Program (NAP) is a unique one-stop shop that will help you with every step of the process to achieve your dream of becoming a US citizen.
We help permanent residents navigate the requirements of becoming a U.S. citizen, including offering classes twice a week on the civics test that is part of the Citizenship interview, English Classes, and legal assessments. We also help people fill out the N-400 citizenship application, I-90 Green Card renewal form, AR-11, and N-600 forms. Voces is a BIA accredited organization and works with Attorneys. Our citizenship students have a high success rate, with 100% of English speakers passing and 98% of Spanish speakers passing. One of the reasons our program is so successful is because many former students who achieved their citizenship goal return to mentor new students.
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Our citizenship classes will cover everything you’ll need to know to take the Citizenship test and help improve your English as well. All levels of English as well as Spanish literacy are welcome. We also have classes that address the needs of senior students. Our virtual and in-person classes provide students with the tools and assistance they need to successfully complete the naturalization process.
Voces’ New American program believes in supporting not just the individual and their families in becoming US citizens, but in building a community where immigrants are respected for their contributions and are active participants in achieving that goal. Graduates of NAP are encouraged to exercise their new right to vote and become a part of Wisconsin’s growing base of naturalized citizen voters.
Are classes in person or virtual? In English or Spanish?
Classes are available both in person and virtually. Masks and proof of COVID-19 vaccination are required to participate in in-person classes. Classes are taught in English or Spanish.
How much does it cost to enroll?
Classes are free for adults 18 years or older, however we request all students donate $10 to help us cover the cost of class materials.
How do I enroll in a class or volunteer?
Registration is required to enroll in a class. To register, call Rosy at 414-581-9617 or Rosa at 414-712-0677 or email newamerican@vdlf.org, Monday-Friday between 9 am-5 pm. If you have questions about how to participate, volunteering, or finding class locations, email newamerican@vdlf.org.
Saturday legal clinic
Contact our office at (414) 643-1620 if you have basic questions regarding an immigration or worker rights matter, or if you want current information about our legal clinic schedule.
In general, our legal clinic is held on Saturdays from 9-1am. Call (414) 643-1620 to find out and confirm what kinds of attorneys are available each Saturday.
You need to make an appointment before coming to see an attorney!
