Spotlight on Issues
Immigration Rights — What comes to mind?
Confusion, compassion, curiousity — that's what comes to mind for the Peace & Justice Committee. Recent laws and actions, and media coverage bring other words to mind — fear, hatred, myths, realities. And still confusion, and compassion. What about the immigrants? — courage, isolation, fear, determination. And still confusion, compassion.
We will be presenting three Forums this year to explore the complexities of Immigration Justice: October 2, February 12, and May 14. We hope to learn, and help you learn, about the issues so that we can Stand on the Side of Love. We have found that many people have strong opinions without much foundation of knowledge. We hope to explore the personal stories that will make it "real" for us. Whatever the "answers" are at the policy level, we can take a stand for human rights and justice.
UUs have a long history of Immigration Justice work. We have read the UUA Advocacy & Witness primer on Immigration, Welcoming Our Neighbors, and urge you to do so, too. It provides excellent background to begin your exploration. We also have copies to borrow at our Peace & Justice table in the Narthex.
Immigration Forums
Learn more about the October 2, February 12, and May 14 immigration forums.
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