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WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – October 30, 2025

Posted on October 30, 2025

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We want to thank you for attending our General Meeting this month! Our monthly General Meeting allows community members from across Washington to share their experiences, discuss strategies for empowering their own local communities, and give us an opportunity to involve directly affected people in our strategic decision-making processes. 

Just in case you missed it or if you had any questions, here is a brief summary of the most important points we discussed and ways you can get involved:


Policy and Advocacy

JOIN US for our next Community Advocacy Meeting. We know the path of organizing for immigrant justice is a struggle. Let’s continue creating places of belonging and advocacy for a truly inclusive state for all Washingtonians, regardless of immigrant status.

What: Community Advocacy Meeting
When: Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 6pm
Where: Zoom

JOIN US

Mark your calendar: IRAD 2026 is just around the corner! Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Day (IRAD) is our largest annual event committed to collective learning and action in the name of immigrant and refugee justice. IRAD Pre-registration for WAISN members will begin on November 10th, and general registration will open on December 10th!

Deportation Defense Hotline

Save, share and use the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline number—1-844-724-3737.

Call or text the Hotline 6am to 6pm, Monday to Friday to learn more about the rights that protect all Washingtonians, get support for detained persons, report immigration activity, request accompaniment to vulnerable locations, and to get connected with over 1400 immigration and community resources. Our Hotline organizers speak English and Spanish, and we offer interpretation in nearly 300 languages.

This month we talked about the importance of first-hand reports because they are most likely to have the information we need to activate a Rapid Response team to verify, document, and support. Details are crucial when documenting violations of civil and criminal rights or violations of Keep Washington Working (KWW) and allow us to elevate cases to our coalition partners and electeds. Our rumor control flyer has information about what to look for when making a report:

LEARN MORE

We also dove into the term “Deportation Defense” (DD), which represents an intentional reclamation of language normally used in legal contexts. And at its core, DD is about care, solidarity and accountability for the safety and well-being of immigrants. At WAISN it shows up in many ways, including through the Hotline, our network of Rapid Response and Accompaniment volunteers, and the Fair Fight Bond Fund. It also shows up as the Know Your Rights information and vital community resources we share.

To keep up to date on immigration enforcement activity, follow us on social media, where we share regular updates about the activity reported through the Hotline and verified by our Rapid Response Teams.

Do you know what to do if ICE comes to your home or workplace? Come and learn that and more at one of our upcoming Know Your Rights Trainings:

What: Know Your Rights Training
When: Nov 19, 2025 6pm–8pm
Where: Zoom

RSVP HERE

What: Know Your Rights Training
When: Dec 17, 2025 6pm–8pm
Where: Zoom

RSVP HERE

Rapid Response

This month, we made explicit how Rapid Response is not mass mobilization and shared a statement from WAISN Executive Director Catalina Velasquez: “Rapid response is about protecting our neighbors in real time, and centering their safety, dignity, and autonomy. Mass mobilization has power, but when misaligned, it can turn immigrant lives into symbols for someone else’s outrage, and give the federal government cover to expand deportation efforts. We must be strategic and respond with nonviolence, not because we lack rage, but because we cannot afford to lose the ground immigrant organizers fought to build for decades. Solidarity with immigrants means listening, respecting immigrants’ agency, and showing up in ways that serve, not overshadow. We must continue building a strong, connected, and just world together. We must commit daily to collective care, defense, and justice.” 

We invited attendees to share how they are practicing and witnessing Rapid Response in their communities and heard powerful stories of mutual aid, care, vigilance, and accountability from across the state.

You can also join us for a Rapid Response Training workshop to learn more about existing rapid response networks that support impacted families, build community resistance in the face of mass detention and deportation, and hold immigration agencies accountable for how they are showing up in our communities:

What: Rapid Response Training
When: Nov 5, 2025 6pm–8pm
Where: Zoom

RSVP HERE

What: Rapid Response Training
When: Dec 10, 2025 6pm–8pm
Where: Zoom

RSVP HERE

On September 11 and 12, almost 300 Rapid Response and Accompaniment volunteers, WAISN members, Steering Committee members, and WAISN Legal Round Table members from across the state came together for our first ever Deportation Defense Convening. Under the slogan Rooted Resistance, we started organizing for community-led deportation defense cases: working with impacted families to exert pressure at key points in the detention pipeline to try to get a detained person released.

WAISN facilitators led sessions on:

  • Mapping the Deportation Pipeline
  • Deportation Defense 101: Community-Led Casework
  • Scenario planning
  • Panel Discussion with 4 organizers from across the state experienced in DD casework
  • Relationship building: basebuilding with community members and coalition building
  • Powermapping

Community Resources and Membership

We are excited to share that we now have twelve active accompaniment volunteer teams across Washington — a huge accomplishment that reflects how our network has grown in both capacity and commitment.

We currently have 186 vetted volunteers who are ready to respond, accompany community members to court hearings, ICE check-ins, and other critical appointments. This growth means more families and individuals are not facing these moments alone — they have someone standing beside them in solidarity.

To request Accompaniment Support call the Deportation Defense Hotline —1-844-724-3737. If you are unable to connect with us please send a text message stating you need accompaniment and ensure you include the day of accompaniment needed and the best number to reach you.

Save the date: Accompaniment Volunteer Training is coming up! On November 12, we will be hosting a virtual training, open to anyone who wants to support our immigrant and refugee communities as an accompaniment volunteer. Stay connected — we’ll be sharing more details soon, including the exact time and registration link.


If you are part of an organization fighting for immigrant justice, we want to invite you to join WAISN as an official organizational member! WAISN Organizational Membership is a statewide and intersectional paid membership model where your organizational superpowers and capacity can both support immigrant justice and receive support from the entire WAISN network.

General Meeting

Our general meeting is the third Thursday of every month, please join us on November 20 for the next one!

Zoom Information:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85189717565

In solidarity,

The Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network


P.S. If you witness immigration activity, raids and detentions in Washington, please call the WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline at 1-844-724-3737. We have organizers available Monday through Friday from 6am to 6pm to take your call. Our organizers speak Spanish and English, and we have interpretation available in nearly 300 languages.


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¡Queremos agradecerles por asistir a nuestra Reunión General este mes! Nuestra Reunión General mensual permite a los miembros de la comunidad de todo Washington compartir sus experiencias, discutir estrategias para empoderar a sus comunidades locales y nos da la oportunidad de involucrar a las personas directamente impactadas en nuestros procesos de toma de decisiones estratégicas. 

Por si no pudo asistir o si tiene alguna pregunta, aquí tiene un breve resumen de los puntos más importantes que discutimos y formas en las que puede involucrarse:


Política y Abogacía

ÚNASE A NOSOTROS en nuestra próxima reunión comunitaria de Política y Abogacía. Sabemos que la organización por la justicia para los inmigrantes es una lucha constante. Sigamos creando espacios de pertenencia y defensa para lograr un estado verdaderamente inclusivo y acogedor para todos los residentes de Washington, independientemente de su estatus migratorio.

Qué: Reunión comunitaria de política y abogacía
Cuándo: Martes, 4 de noviembre de 2025, a las 6pm
Dónde:Zoom

REGISTRARSE AQUÍ

¡Anótelo en su calendario: IRAD 2026 está cada vez más cerca! El Día de Abogacía para Inmigrantes y Refugiados (IRAD, por sus siglas en inglés) es nuestro evento anual más importante, dedicado al aprendizaje y la acción colectiva en defensa de la justicia para los inmigrantes y refugiados. ¡La pre-inscripción para los miembros de WAISN comenzará el 10 de noviembre, y la inscripción general se abrirá el 10 de diciembre!

Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación

Guarde, comparta y utilice el número de la Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación de WAISN – 1-844-724-3737.

Llame o envíe un mensaje a la Línea de Apoyo de 6 am a 6 pm, de lunes a viernes, para obtener más información sobre los derechos que protegen a todos los residentes de Washington, obtener apoyo para las personas detenidas, reportar actividades de inmigración, solicitar acompañamiento a lugares vulnerables y para conectarse con más de 1,400 recursos comunitarios y de inmigración. Nuestros organizadores de la Línea de Apoyo hablan inglés y español, y contamos con servicios de interpretación en casi 300 idiomas.


Este mes hablamos sobre la importancia de los reportes de primera mano, ya que son los que tienen mayor probabilidad de tener la información que necesitamos para activar un equipo de Respuesta Rápida para verificar, documentar y dar apoyo. Los detalles son importantes cuando documentamos violaciones de derechos civiles y penales o violaciones de Keep Washington Working (KWW, por sus siglas en inglés) y nos permiten presentar estos casos a nuestros socios de coalición y a los representantes electos. Nuestro folleto de control de rumores tiene información sobre qué observar al hacer un reporte:

MÁS INFORMACIÓN AQUÍ

También hablamos sobre el término “Defensa contra la deportación” (DD, por sus siglas en inglés), que representa una recuperación intencionada del lenguaje que se usa normalmente en contextos legales. En esencia, la DD se trata de cuidar, apoyar y responsabilizarse de la seguridad y el bienestar de los inmigrantes. En WAISN esto se manifiesta de muchas formas, entre ellas a través de la línea de apoyo, nuestra red de voluntarios de respuesta rápida y acompañamiento, y el Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa. También se manifiesta en la información sobre “Conozca sus derechos” y los recursos comunitarios esenciales que compartimos.

Para mantenerse al día sobre las actividades de inmigración, síganos en las redes sociales, donde compartimos actualizaciones periódicas sobre las actividades reportadas a través de la Línea de Apoyo y verificadas por nuestros equipos de Respuesta Rápida.

¿ Sabe qué hacer si ICE llega a su hogar o lugar de trabajo? Venga y aprenda eso y más en una de nuestros próximos entrenamientos Conozca sus Derechos:

Qué: Entrenamiento Conozca sus Derechos
Cuándo: 19 de noviembre de 2025, de 6pm–8pm
Dónde: Zoom

REGISTRARSE AQUÍ

Qué: Entrenamiento Conozca sus DerechosCuándo: 19 de noviembre de 2025, de 6pm–8pmDónde: Zoom

REGISTRARSE AQUÍ

Respuesta Rápida

Este mes, aclaramos que la Respuesta Rápida no es una movilización masiva y compartimos las palabras de Catalina Velásquez, directora ejecutiva de WAISN:

“La Respuesta Rápida consiste en proteger a nuestros vecinos en tiempo real y centrarse en su seguridad, dignidad y autonomía. La movilización masiva tiene poder, pero cuando no está bien alineada, puede convertir las vidas de los inmigrantes en símbolos de la indignación de otros y dar al gobierno federal una excusa para ampliar los esfuerzos de deportación. Debemos ser estratégicos y responder con no violencia, no porque nos falte ira, sino porque no podemos permitirnos perder el terreno que los organizadores de inmigrantes han luchado por construir durante décadas. La solidaridad con inmigrantes significa escuchar, respetar su capacidad de acción y estar presentes de manera que les sirvamos, no que les perjudiquemos. Los inmigrantes son una parte vital del movimiento sindical, y debemos seguir construyendo juntos un mundo fuerte, conectado y justo. Debemos comprometernos diariamente con el cuidado colectivo, la defensa y la justicia.”

Invitamos a los asistentes a compartir cómo están practicando y presenciando la Respuesta Rápida en sus comunidades y escuchamos historias impactantes de ayuda mutua, cuidado, vigilancia y responsabilidad en todo el estado.

También puede participar en un entrenamiento de Respuesta Rápida para obtener más información sobre las redes de voluntarios de respuesta rápida existentes que apoyan a las familias impactadas, fortalecen la resistencia de la comunidad frente a las detenciones y deportaciones masivas, y exigen a las agencias de inmigración que se responsabilicen de sus acciones contra nuestras comunidades:

Qué: Entrenamiento de Respuesta Rápida
Cuándo: 5 de noviembre de 2025 6pm–8pm
Dónde: Zoom

REGISTRARSE AQUÍ

Qué: Entrenamiento de Respuesta Rápida
Cuándo: 10 de diciembre de 2025 6pm–8pm
Dónde: Zoom

REGISTRARSE AQUÍ

El 11 y 12 de septiembre, casi 300 voluntarios de Respuesta Rápida y Acompañamiento, miembros de WAISN, miembros del Comité Directivo y miembros de la Mesa Redonda Legal de WAISN de todo el estado se reunieron para nuestra primera Convocatoria de Defensa contra la Deportación. Bajo el tema Resistencia con Raíces, comenzamos a organizarnos para casos de defensa comunitaria contra la deportación: trabajando con las familias impactadas para hacer presión en puntos clave del proceso de detención y tratar de que se libere a la persona detenida.

Los facilitadores de WAISN facilitaron sesiones sobre:

  • Historia de la Defensa contra la Deportación en WAISN
  • Analizando el Proceso de la Defensa contra la Deportación
  • Defensa contra la Deportación 101: trabajo liderado por la comunidad
  • Planificación de escenarios y manejo de un caso
  • Panel de discusión con cuatro organizadores de todo el estado con experiencia en casos de DD.
  • Creación de relaciones: creación de bases, creación de coaliciones, elaboración de mapas de poder
  • Mapas de poder

Recursos Comunitarios y Membresía

Nos alegra compartir que ahora tenemos 12 equipos de voluntarios de acompañamiento activos en todo Washington, un gran logro que muestra cómo nuestra red ha crecido tanto en capacidad como en compromiso.

Actualmente contamos con 186 voluntarios verificados que están listos para responder, acompañar a los miembros de la comunidad a las audiencias judiciales, visitas a ICE y otras citas importantes. Este aumento de voluntarios significa que más familias y personas no tienen que enfrentar estos momentos solas, sino que cuentan con alguien que las apoya y las acompaña.

Para solicitar acompañamiento, llame a la línea de defensa contra la deportación: 1-844-724-3737. Si no puede comunicarse con nosotros, envíe un mensaje de texto indicando que necesita acompañamiento y asegúrese de incluir el día en que lo necesita y el mejor número para comunicarse con usted.

¡Reserva la fecha: se acerca el Entrenamiento de Acompañamiento para Voluntarios! El 12 de noviembre, organizaremos un entrenamiento virtual, abierto a cualquier persona que desee apoyar a nuestras comunidades de inmigrantes y refugiados como voluntario de acompañamiento. Mantente conectado: pronto compartiremos más detalles, incluida la hora exacta y el enlace de inscripción.


Si formas parte de una organización que lucha por la justicia para los inmigrantes, ¡queremos invitarte a unirte a WAISN como miembro oficial de la organización! La membresía organizativa de WAISN es un modelo de membresía intersectorial y estatal pagada en el que los superpoderes y la capacidad de su organización pueden apoyar la justicia para los inmigrantes y recibir apoyo de toda la red WAISN.

¡ÚNASE A NOSOTROS!

Reunión General

Nuestra reunión general es el tercer jueves de cada mes. ¡Únase a nosotros el 20 de noviembre para la próxima!

Información de Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85189717565

En solidaridad,

La Red de Solidaridad de Inmigrantes en Washington

P.D. Si desea reportar actividad de inmigración, redadas y detenciones en Washington, por favor llame o mande un mensaje de texto a la Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación de WAISN al 1-844-724-3737. Tenemos organizadores disponibles de lunes a viernes de 6 am a 6 pm para atender su llamada. Nuestro equipo habla español e inglés, y tenemos interpretación disponible en casi 300 idiomas.

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    Benton County Executive Board

    January 12, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    January 13, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Kennewick City Council Workshop

    Kennewick City Council Workshop

    January 13, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    January 15, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • Franklin County Democratic Central Committee (FCDCC) Full Membership Meeting

    Franklin County Democratic Central Committee (FCDCC) Full Membership Meeting

    January 15, 2026  5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Location: Library, 1320 W Hopkins Street, Pasco Virtual Option (Zoom): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9144488289?pwd=OENYNWRxR1VtQkVFT1RsMU13RlZLUT09

    Please join us for our first general meeting of 2026! The January general meeting will happen on Thursday, the 15th. We will have our usual potluck at 5:30pm and with the meeting starting at 6pm. Our meeting will be both in person at the Pasco MCL Branch Library (1320 W. Hopkins) and on zoom. 

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9144488289?pwd=OENYNWRxR1VtQkVFT1RsMU13RlZLUT09

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  • Indivisible Tri-cities Working Meeting

    Indivisible Tri-cities Working Meeting

    January 17, 2026  11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library (Union) 1620 S Union St Kennewick, WA 99338

    Join us to get the year rolling! We will be planning for the coming year, join together in community, and have a little fun!

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  • A Taste of Afghanistan

    A Taste of Afghanistan

    January 19, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    B5 Learning Center 715 S Jean Street Kennewick, WA 99336

    Join B5 for a meal prepared by our Afghan friends on Monday, January 19. It will be an evening of delicious food, community, and an opportunity to learn about Afghan culture. We hope you join us as we create a community of open hearts, helping hands, and supportive systems where we all thrive.
    https://thriveatb5.networkforgood.com/events/95545-a-taste-of-afghanistan

    See more details

  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    January 19, 2026  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action!
    There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    January 20, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    January 20, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    January 22, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    January 22, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    See more details

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  • Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities

    Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities

    January 24, 2026  10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Richland Public Library Doris Roberts Gallery 955 Northgate Richland, WA

    You’re invited to our next Stitch & Story Circle with Indivisible Tri-Cities!

    Join us for a cozy, welcoming morning of book discussion, community conversation, and knitting or crafting if you’d like.

    See more details

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    January 26, 2026  6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    Hermiston First United Methodist Church 191 E Gladys Ave Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community organizers for Signs of Progress — a relaxed evening of creativity, connection, and collective action!
    There will be sign making, postcard writing, and conversation about the issues that matter most to us. Whether you’re passionate about local causes or just love good company and community spirit, there’s a place for you at the table.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    January 27, 2026  3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    "Protest Tuesday" at John Dam Plaza on GWay in Richland from 3:30pm to 4:30PM. Bring your own sign or flag or one will be provided. Join our stalwarts and protest whatever is bothering you most that day.
    If possible, also bring a donation for the Food Bank.
    https://www.facebook.com/events/999996418325987/999996484992647/

    See more details

  • Richland City Council Workshop

    Richland City Council Workshop

    January 27, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    January 29, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    The Zoom link can be found in the most recent Indivisible TC Do Something Email Newsletter.

    This is a Zoom meeting. The link to the meeting is provided in the weekly Do-Something email. When you join the organization at this link: https://www.indivisibletricitieswa.org/join-us , you will receive this newsletter.

    Join in and ask questions, get updates or just say hi! These are held every Thursday at 12pm and occasional weekends.

    See more details

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  • National Day of Action and Walkout

    National Day of Action and Walkout

    January 30, 2026  1:50 PM - 5:00 PM
    John Dam Plaza Knight @ George Washington Way Richland, WA

    On January 20, I pledge to walk out on fascism and walk toward a Free America.
    I refuse to accept raids, purges, surveillance, and fear as the new normal. I will help block the routines of power, support my community, and take action with courage and care.

    Join us for 5 minutes or an hour or more.

    See more details

  • Benton-Franklin Democrats Precinct Committee Officer Training

    Benton-Franklin Democrats Precinct Committee Officer Training

    January 30, 2026  5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    IBEW Local 77, 7025 W Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick WA.

    Plan to attend. Mark your calendar for Precinct Committee Officer Training January 30, 2026, 5 PM to 8PM at IBEW Local 77, 7025 W Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick WA.

    More details coming.

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  • Precinct Committee Officer Training

    Precinct Committee Officer Training

    January 30, 2026  5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    IBEW Local 77, 7025 W Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick, WA 99336, USA

    See more details

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