We Belong Here: How Immigrants Are Organizing and How Allies Can Help - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
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Amid a turn toward division and fear under the Trump administration, immigrant communities in the U.S. are facing increased discrimination and policy rescissions affecting human and economic rights. However, these communities are responding with resilience, focusing on advancement through education, community building, and business development. In Oregon, initiatives like Adelante Mujeres exemplify this resistance. Despite the constant threat of profiling and detention, immigrants are leveraging hope and joy to cultivate strength and contribute significantly to society, illustrated by their ongoing community and legal efforts.
The political climate in the United States has taken a sharp turn toward division and fear under the Trump administration, affecting various communities.
Immigrants and refugees are essential to the economic and cultural fabric of this country, but often scapegoated during periods of turmoil.
In their daily lives, immigrants must live with the constant threat of racial profiling and wrongful detention.
Immigrant communities are resisting by leaning into joy and hope while developing businesses and strengthening their communities.
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