Prepare for AILA’s Citizenship Day: Coordinator & Volunteer Trainings
AILA Citizenship Day will take place on or around September 17, 2026, with local chapters planning their own events. Join AILA and our partners for webinars on topics such as organizing events, hot topics in naturalization, fee waivers, and the N-400 application so you feel confident and prepared to volunteer!
2026 Trainings
Hot Topics in Naturalization
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This session addressed complex legal questions, recent policy updates, and issues volunteers may encounter when assisting applicants at Citizenship Day events.
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Best Practices in Innovating and Planning an Efficient Citizenship Day Event
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This session will share practical strategies for planning a welcoming, organized, and efficient Citizenship Day event, including volunteer coordination, event flow, and community-centered service delivery.
Preparing for Success: Screening Applicants and Integrating Citizenshipworks at Your Event
Recorded
This session covered how to screen applicants effectively, identify potential issues, and integrate Citizenshipworks into your event workflow to support a smoother experience for volunteers and applicants.
N-400 Volunteer Preparation
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This session provided a step-by-step guidance on completing Form N-400, helping volunteers prepare to assist naturalization applicants with confidence.
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Fee Waiver Volunteer Preparation
Recorded
This session covered how to support eligible applicants in completing Form I-912, including eligibility criteria, documentation, and best practices for volunteer review.
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Advancing Citizenship Together: Local Government & Community Strategies for Celebrating Naturalization in Challenging Times
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As proposed policy changes and increased uncertainty create new challenges for eligible lawful permanent residents pursuing citizenship, local governments, community-based organizations, and advocates continue to lead with partnership, resilience, and hope. This webinar will showcased how communities are working together to support eligible residents, strengthen naturalization efforts, and celebrate new Americans through Citizenship Day, naturalization ceremonies, and other local initiatives.
Amplifying Citizenship Day: Social Media Engagement with Local Partners
September 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
This session will offer guidance on using social media to raise awareness, engage local partners, and promote Citizenship Day events in the community.
Hot Topics in Naturalization, Part II
September 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
This session will provide a final pre-event update on emerging naturalization developments, late-breaking policy changes, and practical considerations for volunteers and partner organizations ahead of Citizenship Day.