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Northwest Immigrant Rights Project – March 19, 2025

Posted on March 19, 2025

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We are just two short months away from our annual gala! Join us on Friday, May 15th at The Westin Seattle to raise critical funds for the immigrant rights movement. Your support is a source of hope for us and our clients as we navigate these extremely challenging times.

Also, we’re excited to announce Mariachi Mi Tierra will be returning this year to perform at our reception! We hope you can join us for an evening of meaningful connection and a shared commitment to justice for all.

Registration is open at nwirp.org/gala and early bird pricing ends on Friday, April 3rd. If you have already purchased your tickets, thank you! Unable to attend, but would still like to support our work? Please consider making a donation at www.nwirp.org/donate.

Purchase Early Bird Tickets

Make an impact for immigrant rights with over 1,000 members of our community by purchasing your tickets today! If you’re unable to attend but would still like to fuel our work, you can make a donation at nwirp.org/donate.

We look forward to seeing you there!

With Gratitude,

With Gratitude,

Malou Chávez (she/her/ella)

Executive Director

PS- Would you like to be a table ambassador? Check out our guide here, and please contact our Development Events Manager Rex Brown at events@nwirp.org if you’re interested.

Would your organization like to sponsor the event? Please contact our Development Events Manager Rex Brown at events@nwirp.org.

¡Estamos a solo dos meses de nuestra gala anual! Acompáñanos el viernes 15 de mayo en The Westin Seattle para recaudar fondos esenciales para el movimiento en defensa de los derechos del inmigrante. Tu apoyo es una fuente de esperanza para nosotros y nuestros clientes en estos tiempos tan difíciles.

Adicionalmente, ¡nos emociona anunciar que, Mariachi Mi Tierra volverá este año para animarnos en nuestra recepción con su música! Esperamos que puedas acompañarnos en una velada llena de conexiones significativas y un compromiso compartido por la justicia para todos.

Las entradas ya están disponibles en nwirp.org/gala, a precios de preventa hasta el viernes 3 de abril. Si ya compraste tus entradas, ¡gracias! ¿No puedes asistir, pero aún así te gustaría apoyar nuestro trabajo? Por favor, considera hacer una donación en www.nwirp.org/donate.

Comprar boletos con descuento por compra anticipada

¡Esperamos verte allí!

Con gratitud,

Malou Chávez (she/her/ella)

Directora Ejecutiva

P. D.: ¿Te gustaría ser embajador de mesa? Consulta nuestra guía aquí y, si estás interesado, puedes ponerte en contacto con nuestre Directorx de Eventos de Desarrollo, Rex Brown, en events@nwirp.org.

¿Te gustaría que tu organización patrocinara el evento? Por favor contacta a nuestre Directorx de Eventos de Desarrollo, Rex Brown en events@nwirp.org.

Thank You Gala Sponsors! Gracias, patrocinadores de la gala

ACLU of Washington
AILA Washington Chapter
Corr Cronin, LLP
Cowan Miller & Lederman, P.S.
ERM Immigration Law, PLLC
Fenwick & West, LLP
Frank Freed Subit & Thomas, LLP
Gates Foundation
Gethsemane Lutheran Church
Gibbs Houston Pauw
Highline Education Association
Higuera & VanDerhoef, PLLC
Hispanic Roundtable of South Sound
K&L Gates, LLP
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton, LLP
Law Office of Shara Svendsen, PLLC
MacDonald Hoague & Bayless
McNaul Ebel
Microsoft Pro Bono Program
Perkins Coie, LLP
Reverb
Rosché Immigration Law, PLLC
SEIU 775
SEIU Healthcare 1199NW
SEIU Local 925
Sheng-Yen Lu Foundation
Teamsters Local Union No. 117
Washington State Association for Justice
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Foundation

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November 2026

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 3, 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

    November 3, 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

    November 5, 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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  • Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    Indivisible-Tri-Cities First Friday Happy Hour

    November 6, 2026  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Moonshot Brewing, 8804 W Victoria Ave # 140, Kennewick, WA 99336, USA

    Join us for socializing and having some fun!

    See more details

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  • Veterans Day Parade

    Veterans Day Parade

    November 7, 2026  8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
    North Grosscup Road, N Grosscup Rd, West Richland, WA 99353, USA

    Meet at 8:30 am at Grosscup and 62nd, near Tapteal Elementary School to decorate the float. We march at 9:30.

    Sign up to march
    https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FA5AD2DA7F8C43-52471610-veterans#/

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  • No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    November 7, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

    Join local community members in Hermiston for our No One Is Above the Law visibility action!
    On the first Saturday of each month join folks in fighting for accountability, democracy, and justice — reminding our neighbors that the rule of law applies to everyone.

    Bring your signs, your voice, and your energy for an hour of peaceful sign-waving and community visibility.
    📅 When: 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM | 📍 Where: Corner of Hwy 395 & Highland (by Safeway), Hermiston, OR

    See more details

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    November 9, 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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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 10, 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

    November 10, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    November 12, 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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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 17, 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

    November 17, 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

    November 19, 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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  • Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    Indivisible - Tri-Cities Working Meeting

    November 21, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library (Union) 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

    Our monthly Indivisible Tri-Cities meetings are all about taking action in our community.📆

    💬We’ll be talking about what’s happening, how our community organizations are stepping up, and how we can help. We’ll also start planning for upcoming events.

    🗣️We want to hear from you! Your ideas and input matter.

    ✊This is how we build power together. Come connect, learn, and take action with us. See you there!

    If you're able, please bring a non-perishable food item for donation. We strive to collect these resources at every Indivisible Tri-Cities event, on behalf of our community partners.

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    November 24, 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

    November 24, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 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

    November 26, 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

  • 16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    16th LD Democratic Party Call to Meeting

    November 26, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

     Every month on the Fourth Thu, until Jan 28, 2027, 11occurrence(s)

    Pleasedownload and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendarsystem.

    Monthly:https://us05web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUldO6hrzwuGd3-10krfe1QmS1Jo9tXBOs-/ics?icsToken=DJVFuCKh_Z4OoP_SCgAALAAAAFdu_ZAfRNNEgm3YY-r-IQJW5lTWuy29jBlclOVfmw-klIsBeuZV2F2PvUCBHbh0ht8yhdyefiR9fBmqRDAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=AnaBeSvNSjeuG9ncdABDuA

    JoinZoom Meeting

    https://us05web.zoom.us/j/81837917439?pwd=5kiSQvuTavDmrRe8Vazfbia3G2yvfb.1

     

    MeetingID: 818 3791 7439

    Passcode:Dems2026

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  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    November 26, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Locations are at various venues around the county. Please subscribe to the BCDCC mailing list to receive a notification.

    Zoom Link

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