Immigration Resources

Everyone in the United States has certain rights guaranteed under the U.S. Constitution, regardless of immigration status. Given the heightened levels of uncertainty and fear in our communities, noncitizens and citizens alike may require even greater accompaniment and comprehensive support during this time and months ahead. Depending on someone’s individual circumstances it may make sense to speak with a lawyer for more specialized assistance. The resources/events linked below can help communities stay generally informed, prepared, and united in support of immigrant neighbors. We will do our best to update this list. If you have an addition to share, please email office@lutheransnw.org.

Read the letter from Bishop Shelley Bryan Wee and the other ELCA Region One Bishops here.

View the video from ELCA Presiding Bishop Elisabeth Eaton here.

The ELCA’s strategy of Accompanying Migrants with Protection, Advocacy, Representation, and Opportunities (AMMPARO) was envisioned after witnessing the plight of migrants who are forced to flee their communities for complex and interrelated reasons, including chronic violence, poverty, environmental displacement, and lack of opportunities. It is a holistic, whole church commitment by the ELCA, as a church in the world, to accompany migrant families today and in the future. Learn more, stay connected, and get involved here: https://www.elca.org/our-work/relief-and-development/ammparo (You can follow AMMPARO on Facebook HERE)

These partners also offer resources, trainings, and ways to advocate

Global Refuge (formerly Lutheran Immigration & Refugee Services)
Lutheran Community Services Northwest (and their program Refugees Northwest)
Faith Action Network (our multifaith partnership that advocates for just, compassionate, and sustainable communities through public action)

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