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Immigration

Immigration is a cornerstone of our nation's diversity and strength. On this page, we provide resources to educate, engage, and empower you to support fair and compassionate immigration policies while resisting harmful restrictions and advocating for immigrant rights.

Take Action!

Tell your Senators & Reps: No mass deportations

Educate Yourself About Your Rights:

  1. KnowFirst Your Rights: A Guide to Your Rights When Interacting with Law Enforcement.  En español.
  2. Preparing Yourself for the Worst:  Legal Steps in Case of Deportation. En español.

Prepare for an immigration emergency

Resources

Virginia Resources

Arlington County Resources:

  1. Arlington County's immigration resource webpage.  En español.
  2. Arlington County's FAQs regarding immigration.

Advocacy Groups:

Virginia Coalition for Immigrant Rights
Capital Area Immigrants' Rights Coalition
National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
Movimiento Cosecha

Charities:

Hogar Immigrant Services (provides English and citizenship classes, and other services)
The Dream Project (provides college scholarships)

National Organizations

What to do if ICE shows up at your home

Keep calm!
You have constitutional rights.

DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR.
No one can enter your home without your consent:

“I will not open the door if I do not have a court order signed by a judge or magistrate.”
If ICE enters your home, say:
“I DO NOT consent to the search.”

Exercise your right to remain silent!
“I will not answer any questions and I exercise my right to remain silent."

DO NOT SIGN ANY DOCUMENTS

“I will not sign any documents without first speaking to my lawyer.”

Keep calm and it is better to remain silent
(any incorrect information can harm you)