We are a congregation that welcomes the stranger.
The information below is offered to those
who are in need or want to learn more about
what SUUS can do as a community of faith
to support those in need.
CT Immigrants Resources
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This site offers a short video on “Know Your Rights” and information in several languages, family preparedness plans, legal services for immigrants, handouts that explain what to do if an ICE agent visits a home, work or public space.
National Immigration Law Center
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the NILC Fact Sheet –
The NILC states:
The rescission [of the Protected Areas Policies] is a fear tactic by the Trump administration to make immigrant communities feel less safe even in spaces that are at the heart of a civil society… All people in the United States have certain rights regardless of immigration status. However, now that the protected areas (aka ‘sensitive locations’) and courthouse memos have been rescinded, these areas no longer enjoy special protections from ICE enforcement. Instead, individuals will need to rely on basic constitutional protections in these spaces.
That said, according to the ACLU, ICE has no right to be admitted to any church without a formal warrant signed by a judge. Churches are treated in law the same as schools. If someone does speak to ICE men they should only give their name. They should ask to see a warrant with judge’s signature and probable cause and make sure names are spelled correctly, the document is correctly dated etc. It’s not necessary to admit them at all, even to “public” areas, without a signed warrant.
Side With Love Resources
Side with Love is a public advocacy campaign that seeks to harness love’s power to stop oppression. We are the Organizing Strategy Team of the Unitarian Universalist Association and all are welcome to join. Subscribe to get updates.
CLICK HERE for weekly updates. Each week, SWL will provide a brief analysis of critical issues in this political moment, share immediate actions you can take, and provide helpful resources to deepen knowledge and practice of our collective work to side with love.
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