Protect the Vulnerable in Our Communities
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING YOU CAN DO: Do not look away. Do not ignore what you see on the street, in your neighborhood, in your town. Make eye contact with people, greet them, even if they are different from you or you have doubts about them. Listen when others speak. Take the time to get to know your neighbors. If something bad happens in your neighborhood, such as someone painting hate symbols on a wall or building, be part of the cleanup or remediation. If people make bigoted remarks in your presence, gently and politely push back -- if it is safe to do so. If you see someone being harassed, pretend you are an old acquaintance of theirs, go up to them and start talking to them, divert them from the harasser.
WHO ARE THE VULNERABLE
With the current level of attacks on all forms of civil rights going on now, we are all vulnerable under this administration. But some groups and people are being viciously targeted -- immigrants, trans people, students. This page provides resources for LGBTQ people and for immigrants.
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WHO ARE THE VULNERABLE
With the current level of attacks on all forms of civil rights going on now, we are all vulnerable under this administration. But some groups and people are being viciously targeted -- immigrants, trans people, students. This page provides resources for LGBTQ people and for immigrants.
ALL IMAGES: Right-click and select Download or Open in New Tab to get the full-size version of the image.
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Resources for Immigrants
Important local organizations Coalicion de Derechos Humanos https://derechoshumanosaz.net/ 225 E 26 St.Ste #2 Tucson, AZ 85713 Phone:(520)-770-1373 Derechos Humanos is a grassroots organization that promotes the human and civil rights of all migrants regardless of their immigration status. Consequently, we fight the militarization of our southern border home and combat the discrimination and human rights abuses of both our citizen and non-citizen brothers and sisters. Derechos Humanos meetings Every Thursday from 5:30-7:00 pm at the Derechos Humanos office (225 E. 26th St.) and are free and open to the community — See Map Tucson Community Rapid Response https://www.rapidresponsetucson.com/ 520-221-4077 Community Rapid Response Team Equipo Comunitario de Respuesta Rápida Raids • Prolonged Stops • Interactions with ICE or Border Patrol Redadas • Paradas Prolongadas • Interacción con ICE o la migra Request witnesses and community presence to ensure your rights are respected Solicita testigos y presencia comunitaria para asegurar que tus derechos sean respetados Deportation Defense Resources Communities are fighting deportations across the country. With knowledge, comes power. Below you will find a selection of links to resources created by some of the leading immigration organizations in the country. - The Florence Project: How to Defend Your Own Case - United We Dream: Deportation Defense Toolkits - Educators for Fair Consideration: Legal Resources Community Organizations for Immigrant Families - Legal Support - Immigrant Rights - Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault - Mental Health - Physical Health ACLU Arizona https://www.acluaz.org/ and https://www.acluaz.org/en/about/additional-resources - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - National organizations and resources National Immigration Law Center - Resources https://www.nilc.org/resources/ National Immigration Project https://nipnlg.org/ The ConsulApp Contigo Mexico has launched a new app that will provide Mexican Nationals with information about their legal rights and what to do in emergencies if they are facing deportation or detention. The ConsulApp Contigo, which is available on Apple and Android platforms right now, features a button for users to alert their emergency contacts and consulate officials if they’re facing detention. Users can also use the app to schedule an appointment to seek passport services and find the closest consulate. Local Public-Facing Immigrant Support_Advocacy Groups (Excel spreadsheet) Safe Schools for Every Student - Word Doc |
Resources for LGBTQi people
Phone numbers and hotlines: Trans Lifeline (877) 565-8860 Trevor Project 1 (866) 488-7386 or text "START" to 678-678 LGBT National Hotline (888) 843-4564 LGBT National Youth Talkline (800) 246-7743 Thrive Lifeline - Text "THRIVE" to (313) 662-8209 Lambda Legal https://lambdalegal.org/ The Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund, Inc. (“Lambda Legal”) is a national organization working to achieve full recognition of the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people and everyone living with HIV, through impact litigation, education and public policy work. LGBTQI+ Local Directories https://soazseniorpride.org/resource/lgbtqi-local-directories/ Essay on helping Trans people: What to do for Trans people https://aridrennen.substack.com/p/as-trump-takes-aim-at-trans-people?r=4s11sn&triedRedirect=true As Trump takes aim at trans people, here's how you can help A list of actions that individuals and elected officials can take By Ari Drennen Feb 04, 2025 Conclusion: Helping Trans People Isn’t Theoretical—It’s Urgent Trans people don’t need symbolic gestures. We need shelter. We need money. We need safety. So if you’ve ever asked, How can I help?—this is your answer. Give money. Offer shelter. Show up. Be useful. Because the people trying to make life impossible for trans people aren’t waiting. And neither should you. |
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FROM: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @ocasio-cortez.house.gov
SHARE WIDELY. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS.
With mass deportations starting today across the country, it is vitally important - for both citizens and non-citizens - to know your rights.
You have the right to remain silent. Assert it. You have the right to a lawyer. Ask for one.
You do NOT have to speak to ICE without a JUDICIAL warrant. If they attempt to enter your home or your workplace, ask for a warrant. Sometimes they will try to use other, non qualifying paperwork. They need a warrant.
We distributed these materials in English and Spanish across our community this weekend and invite you to share these reminders widely.
Print it out and keep it in your wallet or on your fridge for reference and safe keeping. We are in this together.
Three graphics from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Again, right-click to download or open in new tab.
FROM: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @ocasio-cortez.house.gov
SHARE WIDELY. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS.
With mass deportations starting today across the country, it is vitally important - for both citizens and non-citizens - to know your rights.
You have the right to remain silent. Assert it. You have the right to a lawyer. Ask for one.
You do NOT have to speak to ICE without a JUDICIAL warrant. If they attempt to enter your home or your workplace, ask for a warrant. Sometimes they will try to use other, non qualifying paperwork. They need a warrant.
We distributed these materials in English and Spanish across our community this weekend and invite you to share these reminders widely.
Print it out and keep it in your wallet or on your fridge for reference and safe keeping. We are in this together.
Three graphics from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Again, right-click to download or open in new tab.
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