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Immigration Task Force

Immigration Task Force. First Parish Cambridge Unitarian Universalist 2012-2013. Why this Work Matters.

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Immigration Task Force

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  1. Immigration Task Force First Parish Cambridge Unitarian Universalist 2012-2013

  2. Why this Work Matters Migration of people—driven by economic, social, political and environmental factors—is taking place around the world. Millions are currently in transit, in refugee camps, in detention centers, or living and working in places without full legal status and without access to social services or protection of civil rights. • The inherent worth and dignity of every person; • Justice, equity and compassion in human relations; • The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all; • Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.

  3. History • Began in fall 2009 as informal "Immigrant Issues Planning Group" • Approved as formal task force of Social Justice Council June 2010 • Model • Take leadership from those most affected • Partnerships with local immigrant advocacy groups • Partnerships with other FP committees and faith organizations

  4. Our Goals Education. Awareness. Witness. Advocacy.

  5. Year in Review

  6. 2012-2013 Members Organizers • Andrew Coate • Denise A. Garcia (Co-chair) • Susan Leslie-Pritchard • Karin Lin (Co-chair) • Susan Shepherd Supporters • Alison Altman • Julie Duncan • Gloria Korsman • Rashid Shaikh • Molly Uline

  7. September 2012: First ITF meeting @Centro Presente premiere of Status:Organized

  8. October 2012: La Bestia, Share the Plate, Boston New Sanctuary Movement's (BNSM) Annual Breakfast

  9. November 2012: BNSM vigil

  10. March 2013: Trust Act Rally and Teddy Bear Campaign

  11. April 2013: Harvest of Empire; Voices on Immigration

  12. May 2013: BNSM Vigil

  13. A Look Ahead • TRUST Act campaign (handout) • Proposed MA legislation to limit the effects of “Secure Communities” program • Improve community safety and protect community relations • UUA 6-week immigration curriculum (July/August) • Continue work with Centro Presente, BNSM, UU Mass Action, and other partners

  14. 2013-2014 Members Organizers • Ethan Contini-Field • Denise A. Garcia (Chair) • Susan Leslie-Pritchard • Karin Lin • Maria Cristina Vlassidis Burgoa • YOU? Supporters • Alison Altman • Julie Duncan • Brittney Gardner • Charlene Galarneau • Molly Uline • YOU?

  15. Questions? What did you especially value in our work? How can we educate more people? How can you become more involved?

  16. Thank You! ¡Mil Gracias!

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