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WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – December 3, 2024

Posted on December 3, 2024

[Español Abajo] Recent news of potential crackdowns on immigrant communities and the expansion of inhumane detention policies are a reminder of the cruelty we’re up against — but I want to let you know that we’ve been here before, and we’re going to be ready.
Since WAISN’s inception in 2016, we’ve worked tirelessly to build the Deportation Defense infrastructure necessary to combat these attacks and make sure that community members have support no matter where or how they encounter Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): We’ve built rapid response teams across Washington to alert our communities about ICE activity to minimize encounters with ICE agents.
We’ve made Know Your Rights resources more easily available through trainings, flyers, and social media to inform our loved ones of our human rights when encountering ICE. We’ve grown the Fair Fight Bond Fund into a lifeline for people trapped in immigration detention, allowing them to fight their cases from a place of freedom, not behind bars. 
That’s why today, on #GivingTuesday, I’m asking for your support: Will you join us in making sure our communities are ready by donating to the Fair Fight Bond Fund to release more people from the violence and injustice caused by immigration detention?

DONATE

The Fair Fight Bond Fund is the only community-sourced immigration bond fund in the Pacific Northwest, disrupting a predatory system designed to profit from the pain of immigrant families. Every dollar raised helps free someone from detention, opening up a pathway for community members to fight their immigration cases outside of detention, which increases their chances of successfully fighting deportation.
In building our collective resistance for the fights ahead, remember that we have the agency and power to resist these anti-immigrant threats, but it’s up to us to demonstrate radical care and show up for each other when it matters most. So, can you make a contribution to the Fair Fight Bond Fund and make sure no one has to fight deportation while in ICE detention?

DONATE

In community, 
Yahaira Padilla
Pronouns: She/Her/Ella
Deportation Defense Organizer

[English Above] Las recientes noticias sobre posibles redadas y la expansión de políticas de detención inhumanas son un recordatorio de la crueldad a la que nos enfrentamos. Pero quiero recordarle que ya hemos estado aquí antes, y que estamos preparados. 
Desde la creación de WAISN en el 2016, hemos trabajado para construir un plan de Defensa contra la Deportación para combatir estos ataques y asegurarnos de que los miembros de nuestras comunidades tengan apoyo sin importar porque fueron detenidas por la migra (ICE, por sus siglas en inglés):  Hemos creado equipos de respuesta rápida en todo Washington para alertar a nuestras comunidades sobre las actividades de La Migra en nuestras comunidades y minimizar así los encuentros con los agentes de inmigración. 
Hemos expandido el acceso a recursos de “Conoce tus derechos”, los mismos están disponibles a través de entrenamientos, folletos y por nuestras redes sociales para informale de sus derechos humanos cuando se encuentre con La Migra.Hemos logrado que el Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa se convierta en un recurso de esperanza para las personas detenidas por motivos de inmigración, permitiéndoles luchar sus casos desde afuera del centro de detención. 
Es por eso que hoy, en #GivingTuesday, pido su apoyo: ¿Puede donar al Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa? Su apoyo garantiza que nuestras comunidades estén preparadas, ayudándonos a liberar a más personas de la violencia y la injusticia que es estar en detención.

DONAR

El Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa es el único fondo de fianzas de inmigración en el noroeste del Pacífico, interrumpiendo este sistema diseñado para lucrarse del dolor de las familias inmigrantes. Cada dólar recaudado ayuda a liberar a alguien de la detención. Así las personas pueden  luchar por sus casos de inmigración fuera de la detención, lo cual aumenta sus posibilidades de ganar sus casos.
Este es el momento de fortalecer nuestra resistencia colectiva, recordemos que tenemos la capacidad y el poder para luchar contra estas amenazas anti-inmigrantes, pero depende de nosotros apoyarnos mutuamente cuando más importa. Así que, ¿podría hacer una contribución al Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa y ayudarnos a que nadie tenga que luchar su deportación mientras es detenido por la migra?

DONAR

En solidaridad,

Yahaira Padilla

Pronombre: Ella

Organizadora de Defensa contra la Deportación

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Party Calendar

March 2026

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    March 2, 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

    March 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

  • 8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting - ZOOM

    8th Legislative District Democrats: General Meeting - ZOOM

    March 3, 2026  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
    https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82355557815

    we are looking to host our next meeting for the LD8 Democratic committee "Online Only" to make things easier for all those involved.

    We would love for everyone who has the time to attend and give us feedback and add to the input for what is next.

    We have been dark for a little bit and want to change that, and that means we need folks like you.

    We are Looking to meet up on Tuesday, March 6 at 5:30 p.m. Please click this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82355557815

    Hope to see you there!

    See more details

  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    March 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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  • Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

    Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

    March 4, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Pasco Library 1320 W. Hopkins St. Pasco, WA

    Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    March 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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  • Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    March 6, 2026  10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month at the Richland Public Library for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome!

    📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup.

    🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering.

    👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned!

    📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com.

    See more details

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

    No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    March 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

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    March 9, 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

  • Benton County Executive Board

    Benton County Executive Board

    March 9, 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

    March 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

    March 10, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    See more details

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  • Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

    Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

    March 11, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library - Union Street 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

    Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    March 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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  • Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    March 13, 2026  10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month at the Richland Public Library for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome!

    📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup.

    🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering.

    👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned!

    📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com.

    See more details

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  • Stitch & Story Circle

    Stitch & Story Circle

    March 14, 2026  1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month at the Richland Public Library for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome!

    📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup.

    🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering.

    👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned!

    📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    March 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

    March 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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  • Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

    Whistle Wednesdays - Pasco

    March 18, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Pasco Library 1320 W. Hopkins St. Pasco, WA

    Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    March 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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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    March 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

    March 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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  • Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

    Whistle Wednesdays - Kennewick

    March 25, 2026  2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Mid-Columbia Library - Union Street 1620 S. Union Street Kennewick, WA 99338

    Join together and help to put together whistle kits to be handed out in the community. We would love to see you there!

    See more details

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  • Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    Indivisible TC - Founder Hour, Thurs

    March 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

  • BCDCC General Public Meeting

    BCDCC General Public Meeting

    March 26, 2026  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Meeting details will be provided over email from the Benton County Democrats Chair.

    Zoom Link

    See more details

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  • Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    Community Whistle Packaging & Training

    March 27, 2026  10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Richland Public Library, 955 Northgate Dr, Richland, WA

    Join our Indivisible Tri-Cities book and knitting club every month at the Richland Public Library for a warm and lively meetup. All readers and crafters are welcome!

    📖Book choices include both fiction and nonfiction that are relevant to our goals of creating a just, inclusive, and equitable society for all. You do not have to read this month's book to join our meetup.

    🧶Bring a craft to work on while we chat, or learn a new one from one of our members. You do not have to be a crafter to join our gathering.

    👀There's no need to RSVP for a Stitch & Story Circle. This posting will be updated to indicate the exact day of the meetup and chosen book as soon as it's selected, so stay tuned!

    📫To learn more, please email us at: education.indivisibletricities@gmail.com.

    See more details

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  • NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    NO KINGS Tri-Cities WA

    March 28, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Columbia Center 1321 N Columbia Center Blvd Kennewick, WA 99336

    We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

    What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

    When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

    On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us

    See more details

  • NO KINGS Hermiston

    NO KINGS Hermiston

    March 28, 2026  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/905695/ East Highland Avenue & South Highway 395 Hermiston, OR 97838

    We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

    What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

    When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

    On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

    See more details

  • NO KINGS Walla Walla

    NO KINGS Walla Walla

    March 28, 2026  12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/905830/ Walla Walla County Superior 315 W Main St Walla Walla, WA 99362

    We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.

    What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

    When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

    On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

    See more details

  • NO KINGS ZILLAH

    NO KINGS ZILLAH

    March 28, 2026  3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    1st Avenue and Vintage Valley Parkway 1st Ave at Burger King Zillah, WA 98953

    WE THE PEOPLE are going to stand for The Constitution on 1st Ave in Zillah. This is Zillah’s busiest intersection, just off Exit 52. Bring flags and signs or come empty handed, we will have extras! Come for ten minutes or two hours, but come. If you drive by, honk, and not a timid beep. Lay on that horn for 5-30 seconds, let people know you are a true patriot! The tide is turning, most folks wave and honk. Don’t be intimidated by the 1% who give a thumbs down and the fewer that shout opposition and give the Middle Finger Fascist Salute. Give them ✌🏼✌🏽and 🫶🏼! We have the power and are claiming it together. No Thrones. No Crowns. No Kings.**

    What began in 2025 as a single day of defiance has become a sustained national resistance to tyranny, spreading from small towns to city centers and across every community determined to defend democracy. Our peaceful movement is bigger than ever.

    When our families are under attack and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.

    On March 28th, rise up, take to the streets, and say it loud: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. We’re not watching history happen—we’re making it. Join us.

    See more details

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    March 31, 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

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