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Community Resources

In light of the injustices we are seeing in the U.S.A. regarding ICE, we have created this page to provide resources for those looking to learn, give back, and be an ally for those being treated unfairly by our current government. At Ändern, it goes without saying, we champion culture and diversity. The founder of Ändern is an immigrant themself, and if they do not have to live in fear because they immigrated to the U.S., then neither should anyone else. It is clear we are witnessing a race and class issue, not a "criminal" issue. We will continue to speak on issues like this for as long as they last, even when we see change come about. There is always more we can be doing. ​

First, Know Your Rights!
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All persons in the United States, regardless of citizenship status, have constitutional rights.

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If you are pulled over in traffic:

  • Ask the officer if they are from the police department or immigration. If they are immigration officers, here is what to do based on your citizenship status.

    • If you are undocumented: You have the right to remain silent and do not have to discuss anything with the police, immigration agents, or other officials. Anything you tell an officer can later be used against you in immigration court.

    • ​If you are a U.S. citizen or have lawful immigration status: Show your passport, legal permanent resident card, or other documentation of your status. If you are over the age of 18, it is important to always carry your papers at all times.

  • If an officer knocks on your door: 

    • Do not open the door. Officers must have a warrant signed by a judge to enter your home. ICE forms signed by ICE officers do not grant authority to enter a home without consent of the occupant(s).

  • If you are outdoors and think you see immigration officers nearby:

    • ​Move to a safe indoor space.

    • If you are a U.S. citizen and feel safe to do so, record the activity with your phone or write down any relevant information about what you witness—be careful to not interfere or otherwise obstruct the operation.

Puente

"Puente Human Rights Movement is a grassroots human rights organization centered on improving the quality of life for Arizona’s most marginalized communities. Our mission is to educate, organize, and empower our communities to unite and build political power in a collective effort to bring about lasting change to our state." (https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit/9fa6507741f845f1982bea24e29d7a4a-puente-human-rights-movement-phoenix)

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Contact:

Find Resources at Puente Here!

Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project

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"The Florence Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit legal service organization providing free legal and social services to adults and unaccompanied children in immigration custody in Arizona. The government does not provide public defenders to people in immigration detention. As a result, an estimated 86 percent of the detained people go unrepresented due to poverty. The Florence Project strives to address this inequity both locally and nationally through direct service, partnerships with the community, and advocacy and outreach efforts." (https://firrp.org/who/mission/)

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Contact:

Location:

  • Florence Project Administrative Headquarters, P.O. Box 86299, Tucson, Arizona 85754

Donate Through FIRRP Here!

PHX Rapid Response​

PHX Rapid Response is an Instagram page that reports where and when ICE were last seen in Phoenix, as well as providing a defense line.

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Defense Line:

  • (480) 506-7437

Follow @phxrapidresponse Here!

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