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WA Immigrant Solidarity Network – December 7, 2024

Posted on December 7, 2024

[Español Abajo] 

This is Israel Gonzalez, WAISN’s Rapid Response Organizer, and I want to thank you for attending our General Meeting last 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:

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:

What does the future hold for immigrant and refugee communities?

Recent developments have brought heightened uncertainty to our communities. We’ve all seen an escalation of policies and rhetoric targeting immigrants, refugees, and other directly impacted  people — making it harder for many of us to feel safe and secure.

Here in Washington state, we’re standing firm in our commitment to justice and ensuring a life of abundance for all immigrants. We’ve fought for our state to enact critical policies like Keep Washington Working and Courts Open to All to protect immigrants and refugees, and we’re determined to defend these protections in the years to come.

For nearly a decade, we’ve built a statewide network to protect our communities from deportation. This network has been a source of support and solidarity, and looking forward our focus remains on:

  • Defending and strengthening state policies safeguarding the rights of immigrants and refugees.
  • Advocating for local, state, and federal policies that resist this harmful anti-immigrant agenda.
  • Monitoring local law enforcement to ensure they adhere to Washington’s sanctuary policies and to prevent collaboration with immigration enforcement.

Together we will make sure that Washington continues to stand as a beacon of safety and opportunity for all, rooted in principles of justice and mutual care

Deportation Defense Hotline

The WAISN Deportation Defense Hotline has been a movement organizing tool serving all of Washington state since 2017. Regardless of the election outcome, we don’t have to start from scratch: we have systems in place and a trusted community resource we can engage with.

To report a detention or ICE/CBP activity, call 1-844-724-3737, 8am–6pm, Monday–Friday. Operators are bilingual in English and Spanish, and we offer interpretation in nearly 300 other languages.

Accompaniment

WAISN’s Accompaniment Program is a vital pillar of our Deportation Defense efforts, providing compassionate support to individuals and families navigating the immigration and legal systems. Our volunteers can accompany individuals to:

  • Immigration Court in Seattle and Tacoma
    • Bond Hearings at the NWDC
    • Cancellations of removal hearings
    • Individual calendar (merits) hearings
    • Immigration court appeals 
    • Master calendar hearings
  • State Courthouse
    • Domestic violence
    • DUI
    • Family Court
    • Traffic violations 
    • Other criminal and civil matters 
  • USCIS Field Office in Tukwila and Yakima
    • Biometrics appointment 
    • Ankle Monitor Check-ins
    • ICE Check-ins

To request Accompaniment, please call the Deportation Defense Hotline at 1-844-724-3737 a minimum of 5 days in anticipation of appointment to ensure we are able to find support. To learn more about how to become a volunteer for the WAISN Accompaniment Program, please email Yahaira, WAISN’s Deportation Defense Organizer, at yahaira.padilla@waisn.org!

Fair Fight Bond Fund

The Fair Fight Bond Fund (FFBF) helps immigrants in Washington state secure their release from immigration detention by covering bond costs. If you or someone you know is in immigration detention and needs bond support, you can apply for assistance through the FFBF by calling the Deportation Defense Hotline at 1.844.724.3737 Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm to complete an application over the phone or visiting the Fair Fight Bond Fund to complete an application online:

APPLY ONLINE

APPLY ONLINE

Want to help keep families together? Donations to the Fair Fight Bond Fund go directly toward freeing community members from detention and reuniting them with their loved ones. Every contribution makes a difference.

DONATE TO THE FAIR FIGHT BOND FUND

Immigrant Health Coverage

Open Enrollment for health insurance in Washington State has begun! From November 1, 2024 to January 15, 2025, everyone living in Washington — regardless of immigration status — can purchase health insurance through Washington Healthplanfinder.

You can contact the WA Healthplanfinder Customer Support Center at 1-855-923-4633, get connected to a local navigator, or find an enrollment center close to you to get personalized help for you and your loved ones — and you can get in-language support in over 200 languages!

Upcoming Events

Join us for a Know Your Rights training on Friday, December 13, where we’ll answer critical questions like what to do if ICE comes to your home or workplace, how to identify a valid arrest warrant, and what else to do when encountering ICE. Empower yourself and your community with the knowledge to stay prepared and protected!

Our general meeting is the third Thursday of every month, please join us on December 19th for the next one!

Zoom Information:

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

Thank you for taking the time with us to reflect and remember how strong we are. Let’s stay united as a community and take care of each other.

In solidarity,

Yahaira Padilla
Pronouns: She/Her/Ella
Deportation Defense Organizer

Habla Israel González, Organizador de Respuesta Rápida de WAISN, y quiero agradecerle su asistencia a nuestra Reunión General del mes de noviembre. 

Nuestra Reunión General mensual ofrece el espacio para miembros de las comunidades inmigrantes de todo Washington en el cual, participantes pueden compartir experiencias, discutir estrategias para fortalecer las defensas contra la deportación y dar la oportunidad de involucrar a personas directamente impactadas en nuestro proceso de toma de decisiones estratégicas.

Por si no pudo asistir o si asistió y tiene alguna pregunta, aquí tiene un resumen de los puntos más importantes que se discutieron y las formas en las que puede participar:

¿Qué futuro nos espera a las comunidades inmigrantes y refugiadas?

Los últimos acontecimientos políticos han aumentado la incertidumbre en nuestras comunidades. Hemos visto un aumento de políticas y retóricas contra inmigrantes, refugiados y otras personas directamente impactadas, lo que hace más difícil para muchos sentirnos seguros y protegidos.

Aquí, en el estado de Washington, nos mantenemos firmes en nuestro compromiso con la justicia y la garantía de una vida de abundancia para todos los inmigrantes. Hemos luchado para que nuestro estado adopte leyes fundamentales como Keep Washington Working y Courts Open to All para proteger a comunidades inmigrantes y refugiadas, y estamos determinados en seguir defendiendo estas protecciones.

Durante casi una década, hemos creado una red estatal para proteger a nuestras comunidades contra la deportación. Esta red ha sido una fuente de apoyo y solidaridad. Mirando hacia el futuro nos seguiremos enfocando en:

  • Defender y fortalecer las leyes estatales que protegen los derechos de personas inmigrantes y refugiadas.
  • Abogar por políticas locales, estatales y federales que opongan esta peligrosa agenda anti-inmigrante.
  • Supervisar a las autoridades locales para garantizar que cumplan con las leyes santuarias de Washington y evitar la colaboración con las autoridades de inmigración.

Juntos nos aseguraremos de que Washington siga siendo un ejemplo de seguridad y oportunidades para todos, basado en principios de justicia y apoyo mutuo.

Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación

La Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación de WAISN ha sido una herramienta de organización que asiste a todo el estado de Washington desde el 2017. Independientemente del resultado de las elecciones, no tenemos que empezar desde cero ya que tenemos procedimientos establecidos y un recurso comunitario de confianza con el que podemos trabajar

Para reportar una detención o actividad de la migra (ICE)/CBP, llame al 1-844-724-3737, de 8:00 am a 6:00 pm, de lunes a viernes. Los operadores son bilingües en inglés y español, y contamos con interpretación en más de 300 idiomas.

Acompañamiento

El Programa de Acompañamiento de WAISN es esencial en nuestros esfuerzos de Defensa contra la Deportación, ya que ofrece apoyo solidario a las personas y familias que se enfrentan al sistema legal e inmigratorio. Nuestros voluntarios pueden acompañar a las personas a:

  • Los Tribunales de Inmigración en Seattle y Tacoma
    • Audiencias de fianza en el centro de detención
    • Audiencias individuales (méritos)
    • Apelaciones ante el tribunal de inmigración
    • Audiencias del calendario principal
  • Las audiencias ante tribunales estatales
    • Violencia doméstica
    • Conducir bajo la influencia del alcohol (DUI, por sus siglas en inglés)
    • Tribunal de familia
    • Violaciones de tráfico
    • Otros asuntos criminales y civiles
  • Las citas de Inmigración en las Oficinas de USCIS, Tukwila y Yakima
    • Chequeos de monitores de tobillo
    • Datos biométricos
    • Registros de Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE, por sus siglas en inglés)

Para solicitar Acompañamiento, por favor llame a la Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación de WAISN al 1-844-724-3737 con un mínimo de 5 días de anticipación de su cita para asegurar acompañamiento. Para obtener más información de cómo formar parte del Programa de Acompañamiento de WAISN como voluntario, por favor envíe un correo electrónico a Yahaira, nuestra Organizadora de Defensa contra la Deportación, yahaira.padilla@waisn.org.

Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa

El Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa (FFBF, por sus siglas en inglés) es un programa de WAISN el cual ayuda cubriendo los costos de fianzas a inmigrantes en centros de detención y así asegurar su liberación. Si usted o alguien que usted conoce está en detención de inmigración y necesita apoyo de fianza, puede solicitar asistencia a través del FFBF llamando a la Línea de Defensa contra la Deportación al 1-844-724-3737 de lunes a viernes de 8:00 am a 6:00 pm para completar una solicitud por teléfono o visitando la página web del Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa para completar una solicitud en línea:

Solicite al Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa

¿Quiere ayudar a mantener a las familias unidas? Las donaciones al Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa contribuyen directamente a los pagos de fianza de inmigrantes en detención. Su ayuda ofrece a estas personas la oportunidad de luchar sus casos legales rodeado por seres queridos. Cada contribución recibida crea esta diferencia.

Done al Fondo de Fianza Lucha Justa para Inmigrantes

Seguro médico para inmigrantes

¡Ha comenzado el periodo de inscripción abierta para el seguro médico en el estado de Washington! Desde el 1 de noviembre de 2024 hasta el 15 de enero de 2025, todas las personas que vivan en Washington -independientemente de su estatus migratorio- pueden comprar un seguro médico a través de Washington Healthplanfinder.


Puede ponerse en contacto con el Centro de Atención al Cliente de WA Healthplanfinder llamando al 1-855-923-4633, consultar con un orientador o buscar un centro de inscripción cercano para obtener asistencia personalizada para usted y sus seres queridos ¡y a través de este enlace puede obtener ayuda en más de 200 idiomas!

¡Encuentre un orientador o centro de inscripción cerca de usted para obtener asistencia personalizada!

Los miembros de la comunidad hispanohablante también están invitados a unirse a WAISN por un Facebook en vivo con el Consulado de México en Seattle y un orientador de seguros médicos el viernes 13 de diciembre a las 12:00 p.m. para responder a todas sus preguntas sobre la inscripción abierta.

Próximos entrenamientos

Únase a nosotros para un entrenamiento virtual de Conozca sus Derechos el viernes 13 de diciembre a las 6:00pm para responder a sus preguntas sobre qué hacer si la migra llega a su casa o lugar de trabajo, cómo identificar una orden judicial válida, y qué más hacer cuando se encuentra con la migra.  ¡Conozca cómo prepararse y protegerse a sí mismo y a su comunidad!

Nuestra Reunión General se lleva a cabo el tercer jueves de cada mes. ¡Únase a nosotros el 19 de diciembre para la próxima!

Información de Zoom:

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

Gracias por el tiempo dedicado a reflexionar y recordar lo fuerte que somos cuando estamos unidos. Sigamos unidos como comunidad y cuidemonos unos a los otros.

En solidaridad,

Yahaira Padilla

Pronombre: Ella

Organizadora de Defensa contra la Deportación

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Why did a federal immigration enforcement operation end with a woman dead, and why are communities still being given vague answers instead of real accountability? YESTERDAY: ICE officers were involved in an immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis that ended with a civilian woman fatally shot during a roadside encounter. Federal officials described the shooting as self-defense, while local leaders, witnesses, and family members disputed that account and called for an independent investigation. THIS MORNING: A community is grieving and demanding answers. Eyewitness accounts and available video raise serious questions about whether deadly force was necessary. Federal authorities have offered limited detail and no independent review. This is not a partisan question. It is a question of accountability. Public safety matters. Law enforcement matters. But when the federal government uses deadly force, it must explain, clearly, publicly, and credibly, why. In WA-04, people live in small towns. They know their neighbors. They expect government power to be exercised carefully, and that when something goes wrong, leaders do not close ranks. They tell the truth. We should never be asked to choose between public safety and civil liberties. A serious government protects both. Here is what I will do differently as your Congressman: Demand full, public investigations when federal enforcement actions result in preventable loss of life, unlawful arrests, or violence Push for independent oversight of federal agencies operating in our communities Insist that use-of-force standards are clear, constitutional, and enforced — not justified after the fact with press releases and silence Accountability is not anti-law-enforcement. ICE officers were involved in an immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis that ended with a civilian woman being fatally shot during a roadside encounter. Federal officials described the shooting as self-defense, while local leaders, witnesses, and family members disputed that account and called for an independent investigation. https://johnduresky4congress.com/

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  • FredMeyer Pickup Order Time

    FredMeyer Pickup Order Time

    January 2, 2026  10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    101 Wellsian Way Richland, WA 99352

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

    No One Is Above the Law: Monthly Hermiston Visibility Rally

    January 3, 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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  • No War

    No War

    January 3, 2026  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Columbia Center Blvd Kennewick

    Well, waking up to an invasion in Venezuela gets your heart pumping and a desire to say NO TO WAR!

    The local Tri-Cities for Palestine is holding a rally TODAY and TOMORROW at 5pm. IF you want to get out on the streets. Indivisible will not be there as a group, but know many want to get out! Join them!!

    The Benton County Democrats are not part of planning or activity of this rally. Please attend at your own risk.

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  • No War

    No War

    January 4, 2026  5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Columbia Center Blvd Kennewick

    Well, waking up to an invasion in Venezuela gets your heart pumping and a desire to say NO TO WAR!

    The local Tri-Cities for Palestine is holding a rally TODAY and TOMORROW at 5pm. IF you want to get out on the streets. Indivisible will not be there as a group, but know many want to get out! Join them!!

    The Benton County Democrats are not part of planning or activity of this rally. Please attend at your own risk.

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    January 5, 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.

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  • Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    Tri-cities Protest Tuesday

    January 6, 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/

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  • Richland City Council

    Richland City Council

    January 6, 2026  7:30 PM - 8:30 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 8, 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.

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  • FredMeyer Pickup Order Time

    FredMeyer Pickup Order Time

    January 9, 2026  10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    101 Wellsian Way Richland, WA 99352

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  • Tri-City Democrats - Friday, January 9, 6:00 PM

    Tri-City Democrats - Friday, January 9, 6:00 PM

    January 9, 2026  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Round Table Pizza3201 W Court St, Pasco

    Let’s join together for our first gathering of 2026. This month we'll meet at the Round Table Pizza on Court Street in Pasco. January 9 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/312748334/

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  • Ice Out for Good

    Ice Out for Good

    January 10, 2026  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Columbia Center Blvd, in front of the mall, parking near JC Penny’s

    A broad coalition of groups across the country is calling for a coordinated Ice Out For Good Weekend of Action on Saturday, January 10th and Sunday, January 11th to demand accountability, honor the life lost, and make visible the human cost of ICE’s actions.

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  • Sunnyside WA Street Rally and Protest against ICE and corporations that assist them!

    Sunnyside WA Street Rally and Protest against ICE and corporations that assist them!

    January 11, 2026  12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/event/880996/

    This a local Indivisible event!

    We will meet on the sidewalk in front of Sunnyside Walmart at 12pm.✊🏼Sunday, January 11, there will be a protest in front of Walmart in Sunnyside from 12-2pm! Community, bring your 'No ICE' signs, your flags, and your voices! 📣 We are tired of shopping at their stores and them not protecting or supporting their customers! We don’t want ICE in their parking lots! 🧊🚫 Please share… See you there 🙏🏼

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  • Posters for Progress!

    Posters for Progress!

    January 12, 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.

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  • Benton County Executive Board

    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.

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  • 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

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  • 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/

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  • 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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

  • Tech Time: Building a List in VoteBuilder

    Tech Time: Building a List in VoteBuilder

    January 27, 2026  4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    https://www.mobilize.us/ndtc/event/874848/

    Join the National Democratic Training Committee on Tuesday, January 27th from 7-8 pm ET for our free virtual live training: Tech Time: Building a List in VoteBuilder.

    This session is designed to teach you the technical skills needed to effectively use VoteBuilder for list-building. Unlike our other virtual live trainings, this session focuses more on demonstrating hands-on, hard skills rather than high-level theory and strategy. If you already have access VoteBuilder, there will be opportunities to follow along and practice throughout the session.

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  • 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.

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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.

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  • 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

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