11 Jul 2019

Iowans Mobilize Against Immigration Raids

By Jon Krieg

DES MOINES, IOWA (July 11, 2019) — In the face of increased ICE attacks on immigrant communities and threats from the Trump Administration to escalate raids, Iowans are organizing and building networks of support. The American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) in Iowa, a Quaker organization that works for migrant justice, together with immigrants’-rights advocates across the state, are conducting "know your rights" trainings, mobilizing rapid response and support networks, off

08 Apr 2019

Broad Alliance to Call on Congress to Take Action to Protect DACA and TPS Recipients

By Jon Krieg

DES MOINES, IOWA (April 8, 2019) — A broad coalition from around Iowa will gather on Wednesday, April 10, at the statehouse in support of HR18, a resolution in the Iowa House of Representatives that urges Iowa’s members of Congress to support the American Dream and Promise Act of 2

07 Sep 2017

Rescinding Protection for Young Immigrants Decried as an “Inhumane Attack”

By Jon Krieg

DES MOINES (September 5, 2017) President Trump’s decision to end federal protection for a group of young immigrants threatens the well-being of our communities and runs counter to our best values, according to a Quaker group that has worked for immigrant rights in Iowa for over two decades.

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