As you watch the news and learn of detained folks in your local area, know that there is information available for our immigrant neighbors that would significantly help them to prepare for the worst case scenario. The WA Immigration Solidarity Network (WAISN www.waisn.org is an excellent resource. 

In addition, and to save you time, the Immigration/Race Justice Group (I/RJG) https://irjgroup.wixsite.com/irjg from Faith Lutheran in Leavenworth, has compiled a packet of the basic essential documents with an extensive resource page for further informaiton, especially for schools. We are hoping to distribute these to selected businesses, agencies, and to our local school Administration. In the packet is a comprehensive family safety plan, power of attorney w/explanation in Spanish, Know Your Rights, workplace preparation, what to do after someone is detained, and more. Almost all are bilingual. They are digitized and available for your congregation. Simply contact Alex Schmidt, 509.548.7012 or lxhappns@nwi.net A power point with this information and more can also be presented at your church.