Immigration

Immigration

Promote reunification of immediate families; meet the economic, business, and employment needs of the United States; be responsive to those facing political persecution or humanitarian crises; and provide for student visas. Ensure fair treatment under the law for all persons. In transition to a reformed system, support provisions for unauthorized immigrants already in the country to earn legal status.

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Upcoming Workshop on Immigration

by Anne Stone

     Executive Committee

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Event Date: 
12/17/2024 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Event location: 

Lippitt House Museum

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To achieve the League's vision of a democracy where every person has the desire, the right, the knowledge, and the confidence to participate, LWV advocates on issues like voting rights as

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Event Date: 
03/12/2024 - 6:30pm
Event location: 

Lippitt House Museum

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LWV-PA was one of thirty-nine Leagues that recommended adding elevated advocacy for immigration reform to the national League program for 2022–24.

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Refuge 101 with Carly Boos of the International Rescue Committee

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Event Date: 
03/09/2022 - 4:00pm
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Join LWV PDX for a panel discussion about the 2021 International Climate Change Conference (COP26).  Register here

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A Presentation by Judge Rachel Ruane

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