Credit: UWD
Are you interested in learning on how you can get involved with immigration and LGBTQIA+ organizing in the Rio Grande Valley? Join Aquí Estamos for a free comprehensive immigration training! The training will be facilitated by United We Dream, the largest immigrant youth network in the U.S.!
We know that immigration is an issue that deeply impacts the Rio Grande Valley, but finding an LGBTQ safe space to get involved can be difficult. Aquí Estamos is creating this space for LGBTQ persons (and allies, of course) to become knowledgeable on this topic and find the resources they need. Even if you have never worked on immigration before, we encourage you to join us to get started. Here are the event details:
Saturday, February 20th 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
STAC 1.101
1201 W. University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539
(Click here to campus map)
At the training we will cover:
- An overview of DACA, Expanded DACA, and DAPA
- Opportunities for organizers and non-legal volunteers in implementation
- How to engage participants at info sessions and clinics
- Unauthorized Practice of Law. How to avoid it, How to report fraud
- Organizing opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley on LGBTQIA+ and immigration
Other sweet details:
- We know it’s hard to get around the RGV, so transportation may be available upon request (Email dani@aquiestamosrgv.org for details.)
- Breakfast and lunch will be provided
- Coffee and tea available throughout entire training
- Did we mention it’s a completely free training?
Don’t miss this opportunity! Space is limited.
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