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WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – June 19, 2025

Posted on June 19, 2025

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This is Israel Gonzalez, WAISN’s Rapid Response Organizer, and I want to reach out to let you know that we will not be having a General Meeting today as WAISN will be closed in observance of Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of centuries of American slavery in 1865. 

We plan to be in community during this time and hope you can join us in person this month at some of the following events:


WAISN at Latino Pride – June 21 in Pasco

WAISN is proud to join the first Latino PRIDE in Tri Cities, Washington! Come celebrate with us on Saturday, June 21, from 2–7 p.m. in Pasco. We’ll be tabling alongside local organizations, sharing resources, and honoring the resilience, joy, and leadership of our queer Latinx communities. Stop by to connect, celebrate, and build power together!

Celebrate Pride with WAISN all month long!

Can’t make it to Pasco? No worries—WAISN will be celebrating Pride all across Washington throughout June and July! From Seattle to Tacoma, we’ll be out in full color, sharing resources, uplifting queer and trans voices, and building power with our communities. Find us at any of the events listed below, we’d love to see you there!

Know Your Rights Training – July 10

Join us for a bilingual Know Your Rights training (English & Spanish) on Thursday July 10, from 6-8 PM on Zoom. Learn what to do if ICE comes to your home or workplace, how to identify a judicial warrant, and more.

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Rapid Response Training – July 31

Join us for a bilingual Rapid Response training (English & Spanish) on Thursday July 31, from 6-8 PM on Zoom. Learn how to prepare for and respond to immigration enforcement activity, connect with local rapid response networks, build pressure to stop detention and deportation, and ultimately keep families together.

SIGN UP

Our general meeting will resume in July and is always on the third Thursday of every month, please join us on July 17 for the next one!

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

In solidarity,

Israel Gonzalez


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 operators available Monday through Friday from 6am to 6pm to take your call. Our operators speak Spanish and English, and we have interpretation available in nearly 300 languages.


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Junio es el Mes del Orgullo, un momento para celebrar la valentía, la brillantez y el legado de las personas de minorías sexuales y transgénero que siempre han estado liderando los movimiHabla Israel González, Organizador de Respuesta Rápida de WAISN, y quiero informarle que no tendremos una Reunión General hoy, ya que WAISN estará cerrado en observancia de Juneteenth, que conmemora el fin de la esclavitud en los Estados Unidos desde el 1865.

Planeamos estar en comunidad durante este tiempo y esperamos que nos pueda acompañar en persona este mes en algunos de los siguientes eventos:


WAISN en el Orgullo Latino – 21 de junio en Pasco

¡WAISN se enorgullece de unirse al primer Orgullo Latino en Tri Cities, Washington! Venga a celebrar con nosotros el sábado, 21 de junio, de 2 a 7 PM en Pasco. Estaremos junto a organizaciones locales, compartiendo recursos y honrando la resistencia, alegría y liderazgo de nuestras comunidades LGBTQ+ Latinx. ¡Venga a saludar, celebrar y construir el poder juntos!

¡Celebre el mes del Orgullo con WAISN durante todo el mes!

¿No puede llegar a Pasco? No se preocupe: ¡WAISN celebrará el mes del Orgullo en todo Washington durante junio y julio! Desde Seattle hasta Tacoma, estaremos compartiendo recursos, elevando las voces cuir y trans, y construyendo poder con nuestras comunidades. Encuéntranos en cualquiera de los eventos que se mencionan a continuación, ¡nos encantaría verle allí!

Entrenamiento de Conozca sus Derechos – 10 de julio

Únase a nosotros para un entrenamiento bilingüe de Respuesta Rápida (inglés y español) el jueves 31 de julio, de 6 a 8 PM en Zoom. Aprenda cómo prepararse y responder a la actividad de inmigración, conectarse con las redes locales de respuesta rápida, ejercer presión para detener las detenciones y deportaciones, y mantener a las familias unidas.

Regístrese

Entrenamiento de Respuesta Rápida – 31 de julio

Únase a nosotros para un entrenamiento bilingüe de Respuesta Rápida (inglés y español) el jueves 31 de julio, de 6 a 8 PM en Zoom. Aprenda cómo prepararse y responder a la actividad de inmigración, conectarse con las redes locales de respuesta rápida, ejercer presión para detener las detenciones y deportaciones, y mantener a las familias unidas

Regístrese

Nuestra reunión general se retomará en julio y siempre es el tercer jueves de cada mes, ¡únase a nosotros el 17 de julio para la próxima!

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

En solidaridad,

Israel Gonzalez

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

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Party Calendar

December 2025

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    December 2, 2025  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

    December 2, 2025  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

    December 4, 2025  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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  • Volunteer Opportunity: ICE OUT OF TRI Door Knocking

    Volunteer Opportunity: ICE OUT OF TRI Door Knocking

    December 6, 2025  1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Tri-Cities Socialists will be hosting a volunteer door-knocking this Saturday Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7, both at 1pm, for our ICE Out of Tri campaign.

    We especially need bi-lingual and Spanish-speakers to attend.

    We will be distributing Know Your Rights info to neighborhoods currently at high risk of attacks by I.C.E., as well as inviting them to an organizing meeting where they can learn how to organize their communities for defense against I.C.E. as we have seen in communities from Portland, to Chicago, to Los Angeles, and beyond.

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeb665yKfpDFxL43PocKg7ro30k8oWqNvL8qGIpUzs8YfqfPg/viewform

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  • Volunteer Opportunity: ICE OUT OF TRI Door Knocking

    Volunteer Opportunity: ICE OUT OF TRI Door Knocking

    December 7, 2025  1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Tri-Cities Socialists will be hosting a volunteer door-knocking this Saturday Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7, both at 1pm, for our ICE Out of Tri campaign.

    We especially need bi-lingual and Spanish-speakers to attend.

    We will be distributing Know Your Rights info to neighborhoods currently at high risk of attacks by I.C.E., as well as inviting them to an organizing meeting where they can learn how to organize their communities for defense against I.C.E. as we have seen in communities from Portland, to Chicago, to Los Angeles, and beyond.

    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeb665yKfpDFxL43PocKg7ro30k8oWqNvL8qGIpUzs8YfqfPg/viewform

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  • BCDCC Executive Board Meeting

    BCDCC Executive Board Meeting

    December 8, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Round Table Pizza 1769 Leslie Rd, Richland

    This meeting is for Benton County Party Officers and committee chairs as well as representatives of regional LPO's.
    PCO's are invited to attend, particularly if they have something they wish to share with the board.

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    December 8, 2025  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

    December 9, 2025  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

    December 9, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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  • Precinct Committee Officer Training Opportunity

    Precinct Committee Officer Training Opportunity

    December 10, 2025  10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Online with Zoom

    Online Zoom Training

    December 10, 2025 10:00 AM PST

    If you don't already have a free account with NDTC, create one in order to attend this online training.

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  • BADGER FORUM: Understanding Vaccines

    BADGER FORUM: Understanding Vaccines

    December 11, 2025  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://badgers.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=392306

    Since the Covid-19 pandemic, support for public health policies has gradually declined. At the federal level certain policies and practices regarding vaccines have been thrown into question.

    Vaccine proponents note the long-time and widespread benefits of the traditional MMR vaccine; vaccine skeptics generally insist it causes autism. Some say the approval process (Operation Warp Speed for Covid-19) was either rushed or rigged; others say the process was instrumental in reducing suffering and saved the lives of millions of people.

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    December 11, 2025  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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  • Whistle Workshop & Learning Event

    Whistle Workshop & Learning Event

    December 12, 2025  10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Richland Public Library, Conf Room B, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    📣Our Voices United is sharing whistle safety packs as a simple, but powerful, grassroots tool that helps communities stay alert and protect each other. Indivisible Tri-Cities is joining in to help promote this campaign and support local outreach.

    🧊These whistles create instant signals when ICE activity is nearby, helping neighbors gather quickly, record what's happening, and stand with anyone who may be approached. Join us this Friday to learn more!

    🎶Different whistle patterns can signal urgent moments, like ICE being in the area or someone being detained. This gives those nearby a way to respond that's faster than social media and doesn't rely on being on your phone all the time.

    🛡️Though it's a small tool, it helps combat quiet threats by creating visible community action, solidarity, and support. When we come together in efforts like this, our collective strength grows.

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  • Tri-City Democrats - Friday, December 12, 6:00 PM

    Tri-City Democrats - Friday, December 12, 6:00 PM

    December 12, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Round Table Pizza3201 W Court St, Pasco

    It's time for a holiday celebration. This month we'll meet at the Round Table Pizza on Court Street in Pasco. December 12 at 6pm. Come gather with like-minded folks and share some fellowship, food and beverages. As is our normal practice, Tri-City Democrats will order several pizzas to share. We'll have the donation box available for those who care to financially support the group. Some of our generous members are likely to purchase pitchers of beer to share. If you want the salad bar or soft drinks, you are on your own for those items.

    At this writing, we do not have a planned program, but we will have 'Hate Has no Home Here' signs available. We are coming up on election time for the group - at our January meeting we'll plan to hold elections for our officers for 2026. Please let us know if you are interested in serving on the board!

    For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see https://www.meetup.com/tri-city-democrats/events/312303177/

    See more details

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  • Indivisible Tri-Cities Holiday Potluck

    Indivisible Tri-Cities Holiday Potluck

    December 13, 2025  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Libraries -- Kennewick, 1620 S Union St, Kennewick, WA

    ✨Join us for our holiday potluck!✨

    💚We're celebrating the season together and giving back to the community at this fun, low-key social event.

    🎁We'll be collecting non-perishable food for Second Harvest, and toys and gift cards for Communities in Schools. Your donations help support local families and students during the holidays.

    🍽️Come share a dish, bring a friend, and join in community with us!

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    December 15, 2025  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

    December 16, 2025  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

  • Family Meeting: Child Care & the Washington State Budget Emergency

    Family Meeting: Child Care & the Washington State Budget Emergency

    December 16, 2025  6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/873403/

    Organizing for a brighter future for Washington families in 2026 starts now! It’s time to huddle up and make a 2026 game plan for protecting child care during the Washington state budget crisis.

    Join SEIU 925, Children's Campaign Fund Action, and MomsRising for a virtual Family Meeting: Child Care & the State Budget Emergency.

    Our state is in a budget crisis, and we know most of our families are too. We’re calling a family meeting to learn about what’s at stake and to co-create the budget solutions that will lift all families.

    Together, we'll get up to speed about the state of the 2026 state budget and how budget choices will impact moms, families, caregivers, and workers in our state. We'll hear from leaders from across Washington state, including Senator Claire Wilson, Senator Emily Alvarado, Representative Mary Fosse, and leaders from SEIU 925 and MomsRising.

    We hope you can join us in getting organized and informed so we can hit the ground running in early 2026! Make sure to RSVP so you receive the Zoom link once it's available.

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    December 16, 2025  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

    December 18, 2025  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) No Meeting in December

    Franklin County Democratic Central Committee (FCDCC) No Meeting in December

    December 18, 2025  5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    No Meeting

    There will be no Franklin County Democrats December meeting. We wish you a safe and happy holiday season! 

    Please join us for our January general meeting on Thursday, January 15. Hope to see you then!

    See more details

  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    December 18, 2025  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    General Meeting

    December 18, 2025

    Leslie Road Roundtable Pizza

    1769 Leslie Rd

    Richland

    Kennewick Roundtable Pizza

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    December 22, 2025  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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  • Richland City Council Workshop

    Richland City Council Workshop

    December 23, 2025  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Richland City Hall, 505 Swift Blvd, Richland, WA 99352, USA

    See more details

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    December 29, 2025  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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