INsecure Communities 2: Public Meeting Recap
We had a lot to celebrate on May 3rd given the
recent policy change in Champaign County (see press release). With nearly 100
people in attendence, Jill Capes, Moderator from the C-U Immigration Forum gave
a brief welcome, followed by an update on “Secure Communities” in Champaign
County from Mike Doyle.
Nearly 100 people were in attendance. |
But not all problems have been solved. Lucia Maldonado
discussed police interactions in Champaign County and Jesse Hoyt from the Illinois
Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights made a case for Driver’s License Legislation
in Illinois
We then heard from the C-U Immigration Forum Working Groups
including Claire Szoke with our Outreach to Allies group, Tom Garza with the Outreach
to Immigrant Communities group, Jack Wilkie from the Law Enforcement group, and
Ben Mueller from the Elected Officials group. After a closing, there was open
time for informal discussion and questions and many in attendance stayed to
mingle and discuss issues, including invited members of local law enforcement.
After the meeting, discussions were had over pertinent issues. |
Our work is not done - We need your help!
Show your support for addressing local police policies by
adding your name to our email list or joining a working group.
Support driver’s licenses for all Illinois residents by
signing the ICIRR endorsement.
Attend a meeting or event
C-U Immigration Forum General Meetings
Tuesday, May 15 and Tuesday, June 12 @ 5:00 pm
University YMCA, 1001 S Wright Street, Champaign
C-U Immigration Forum Clergy Breakfast
Tuesday, May 15
9:00 – 10: 30 am
St. Matthew’s Church, 2200 S Philo Road, Urbana
This interfaith event welcomes representatives from
religious congregations in our community to discuss how to better engage
members on immigration issues, hear stories of today’s immigrants, advocate for
and provide direct services to immigrants, and work with public officials to
promote humane immigration reform in favor of children and families.
Does someone you know need help related to “Secure Communities” or deportation?
Call the local helpline (La Linea): 217-417-5897
Call the ICIRR Hotline: 855-435-7693 or 855–HELP-MYF(amily)
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