International Institute Of Los Angeles

About International Institute Of Los Angeles

The International Institute of Los Angeles was originally founded in 1914 as a branch of the YWCA (Young Women’s Christian Association) to help immigrant women and girls adapt to life in the United States. The Institute also offered a place for immigrants to gather for special events and holidays to foster greater community and cross-cultural understanding. Since our incorporation in 1936, IILA has expanded to empower hundreds of thousands of refugees, immigrants, low-income families, and survivors of human trafficking with skills and resources to become self-sufficient and build stable lives in Southern California. In the 1960s, we began offering legal assistance, resettlement of refugees and asylum applicants, case management for survivors of human trafficking, free or low-cost child care, and transportation support. We partner with federal and local government agencies, non-profit and community-based organizations, donors, and volunteers to ensure that all Americans have a chance to grow and thrive. Our corporate headquarters are located just east of downtown Los Angeles. We employ over 145 dedicated, multicultural staff to provide services throughout the Greater Los Angeles area and surrounding counties.