Events

ADVOCACY DAY TRAINING In preparation for the 2014 VA Immigrant Advocacy Day

 WHAT:  In preparation for the 2014 Virginia Immigrant Advocacy Day, we are organizing training  where we will discuss our legislative agenda such as in-state tuition for immigrant youth DACA holders, Medicaid expansion, among others as well as advocacy strategies including the legislative process and legislative advocacy tips during the legislative visits.

WHEN: Thursday, January 16^th, 2014 from 7:00 pm – 9:00 p.m. (registration begins at 6:45pm)

WHERE: St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3304 N. Washington Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201

Parking at St. Charles is limited. Consider taking public transportation, as St. Charles is located two blocks from the Clarendon Metro station (orange line).

Light refreshments and coffee will be provided.

For more information, please contact Giancarla Rojas at [email protected] (703-599-6079) or Edgar Aranda-Yanoc at [email protected] (703-772-1555)

 Organized by Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations (VACOLAO), DREAMers of Virginia, DREAMer Families in Action, and Legal Aid Justice Center’s Immigrant Advocacy Program (LAJC)

DIA DE CAPACITACION SOBRE CABILDEO

En preparación del día del Cabildeo del Inmigrante de Virginia

QUE: En preparación del día del cabildeo del inmigrante de Virginia, estamos organizando esta capacitación donde discutiremos nuestra agenda legislativa tales como la matrícula universitaria de los jóvenes inmigrantes que tengan el DACA, expansión de Medicaid, entre otros. Asimismo estrategias de abogacía y cómo funciona el proceso legislativo, y consejos para conversar con los legisladores.

CUANDO: Jueves 16 de enero 2014 de 7-9pm (la registración comienza a las 6.45pm)

 DONDE: St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3304 N. Washington Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201

Parqueo es limitado en St. Charles. Por favor considere tomar el transporte público. La estación del metro Clarendon (anaranjado) está a dos cuadras de la iglesia.

Se proveerá comida ligera y café.

Para mas información, por favor contacte: Giancarla Rojas: [email protected] (703-599-6079) o Edgar Aranda-Yanoc: [email protected] (703-772-1555)

 Organizado por Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations (VACOLAO), DREAMers of Virginia, DREAMer Families in Action, and Legal Aid Justice Center’s Immigrant Advocacy Program (LAJC)

Crossing the bridge for immigration reform: The walkers will call upon Congressional leaders to address the issue of immigration reform with due urgency and pass reform legislation that includes a path to citizenship for the 11 million undocumented immigrants residing in the United States.

WHAT: Rally at Eric Cantor’s office – The time is now for Immigration Reform
Virginia’s own Rep. Eric Cantor is a national political leader, and he must take responsibility for making immigration reform a reality. We are waiting for him and his allies in Congress to make our country safe for all of our families and create a pathway to citizenship for hardworking Immigrant families.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 13th at 4:00 (Please arrive at 3:30 p.m.)
WHERE: Corner of W. Broad and Dominion Blvd, Glen Allen, Virginia
Organized by: Members of Virginia Coalition for Immigrant Rights (VACIR)
For more information, please contact: Rishi Rawatramani [email protected]

The Fairfax County Police Department will advise residents on how to protect themselves from becoming victims of financial crimes and what to do if it happens

Since its foundation in 2010, the Virginia Immigrant Advocates Summit brings together hundreds of immigrant rights advocates and allies from across the state to discuss issues important to immigrant communities in Virginia. This year we will gather to learn and debate about priorities for the upcoming 2014 Virginia General Assembly Session as well as issues relevant to immigrants living and working in Virginia. We expect this year will be another great opportunity to come together in a sense of community and support for a Virginia that is welcoming and where all of its residents are respected. Some of the issues that will be addressed are included below.