Are you wondering how you might deepen your capacity to be responsive to immigration enforcement in the Seattle area? Consider attending a virtual training (one or more!) with WAISN, the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network.

Registration for Know Your Rights, Accompaniment training, and Rapid Response can all be found here: Upcoming Events & Trainings - WAISN.

The Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network began in 2016 as a rapid response effort in the face of growing threats to immigrant families across the state. WAISN was founded by and for immigrants, and is transgender and queer-led, those who are often left out of our movements for justice. WAISN’s approach, rooted in non-violence, de-escalation, discipline, and harm reduction, is shaped by local context, which can look different across communities in Washington State. WAISN has several areas of work that you can consider supporting and provides a wealth of resources on its website.

You also may want to consider volunteer opportunities with the Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice NW, WAISN's partner for training and supporting folks who wish to volunteer at legal clinics or accompany immigrants to court hearings. 

If you are new to this work, have patience as you try to find your place in it. There has been a flood of interest in WAISN-offered training and sometimes the Zoom webinar becomes full, even if you have registered. If you feel called to this work, persevere. Times are urgent, but it is OK to slow down for discernment on how you will show up to keep immigrant and refugee communities safe.

Finally, would you like to help create an immigrant solidarity community at UUC? Contact Roberta Ray by email or in person at the workshop on Joyful Resistance and Non-Compliance with Heather Vickery, this Saturday, February 21.