ENGAGEMENT MENU
ENGAGEMENT MENU
Each week, we share 5 new ways to engage with immigrants. Whether through donations, volunteering, or educating yourself, you can make a difference! If you are not subscribed to our newsletter, go to the bottom of this page and sign up to receive the below 5 action items in your inbox every Sunday!
In this week‘s Engagement Menu, you’ll find volunteering, donating, and events that support the immigrant community.
#UnitedAtTheTable
Mil Mujeres
Mil Mujeres offers immigration legal services to the underserved Latino community in the United States who have been victims of violent crimes. Their main emphasis is on survivors of gender-based crimes, while also extending support to survivors of other forms of violence.
What No One Tells you about justice
No Me Callo / I Won’t Stay Quiet Podcast
Host Jessica Lomelin explores the notion that justice and punishment are not always the same thing. Join her as she grapples with the realities of addressing disappointment from the systems around us, persistence, and the real meaning of change.
One Mighty and irresistible tide
by Jia Lynn Yang
Author Jia Lynn Yang explains the context significance of the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act, chronicling how one piece of legislation changed the country for years to come.
Thrive DC
In-Person and Virtual Opportunities
Thrive DC works to prevent homelessness through emergency and wrap-around support services. Volunteer work includes preparing and serving meals, working in the food pantry, sorting and distributing mail, and organizing donations.
Tuesday, October 20th, 6PM-8PM
Patchwork, 1506 19th Street Northwest Washington, DC
KAMA DC is ready for Halloween! Sandy Alvarez, a makeup artist originally from El-Salvador, will teach a class both in English and Spanish on how to turn yourself into a spectacular zombie. No experience needed and all supplies are provided! Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.