In 2008 the National Board of the LWV announced its position on Immigration. Today more than ever, the League continues to stand behind policies that promote the humane and just treatment of individuals already in the country as well as those seeking entry. Emphasis is placed on reuniting families, meeting the economic, business and employment needs of the United States, as well as helping those seeking to escape political persecution or humanitarian crises.
The LWVUS policy and advocacy initiatives. (pdf; will open in a new window)
The Immigration Team works to educate and advocate in our community on issues such as DACA, hate rhetoric, unaccompanied minor children, human trafficking, and uncertainty of deportations. We work to support our vibrant local immigrant population along with our friends and community partners. The Team meets monthly, and meeting times are published in the Update. If you are interested in becoming part of the Immigration Team, contact the Team Chair via email.
Our Current Goals (pdf; will open in a new window)
The Immigration Team has sponsored or co-sponsored numerous community programs including:
2019 - A Three Part Series: Immigration 101: Facts vs. Fiction
2021 - Partners in Help and Hope for Immigrants
2022 - The Road to Citizenship
2023 - Exploring the Landscape of Immigrant Employment in Henderson County: Opportunities and Dilemmas
2024 - Navigating Immigration Pathways to Legal Status
Brochure: Applying for Citizenship
Open the PDF file Here (PDF file will open in new window)
League Statement on Immigration
https://www.lwv.org/newsroom/press-releases/league-statement-immigration
Resources List for LatinX and Other Migrant Families in Henderson County
Resources List (PDF file will open in new window)
Special Report by the American Immigration Council: Beyond A Border Solution: How to Build a Humanitarian Protection System That Won’t Break
Detention by the numbers — Where are people detained in the United States?
https://www.freedomforimmigrants.org/detention-statistics/
Glossary of Immigration Terms
https://www.freedomforimmigrants.org/terminology
Stay Up to Speed with the American Immigration Council
https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/ (See subscription link at the bottom of their home page.)
