Pueblo Unido has developed a series of free community workshops related to the Equity Corps of Oregon (ECO) program, defensive asylum and self-help services that can be provided in Spanish or from English to a target language using simultaneous interpretation and headsets for participants. We believe that our community would benefit greatly from the workshops we offer.
1) Core Knowledge-Detention -This workshop is designed to help individuals and families prepare for the risk of possible detention by ICE. We will learn who might be at risk of detention, how to reduce that risk, and how to prepare in advance, including creating a legal and family plan. We will also learn what to do if detained, the legal options available, and how to support a family member who has been detained by ICE, ensuring that each person is better prepared to protect their rights and those of their family in the event of a potential ICE detention. (Approximately 2 hours)
2) Family Preparedness Plan (Provided in person only)- The purpose of this workshop/clinic is to provide participants with the necessary information on various ways to structure a family plan in case of detention or deportation. It will also address how to ensure children are protected and cared for by a trusted person, thus guaranteeing their emotional and physical well-being in emergency situations. The workshop will also offer practical tools for establishing clear and effective communication within the family and how to organize available resources to safely cope with any eventuality. Volunteers are preferred to provide participant support, with an ideal ratio of 1 volunteer per 5 participants. (Approximately 2 hours)
3) Compartiendo Nuestra Historia: (Only available in Spanish) -This workshop aims to provide a safe community environment for individuals to begin or continue trauma recovery alongside others who have had similar experiences. Professionals will support participants by providing guidance, healthy coping tools, and mental health resources in Spanish. (Approximately 2 hours)
4) Accessing and Using ECO: (Available only for OR residents) - In this workshop participants will learn about the Equity Corps of Oregon (ECO) program that offers free legal immigration services They will learn who is eligible, how to apply, the participant's journey, and what the program helps with. (Approximately 2 hours)
5) Core Knowledge: Immigration Proceedings - In this workshop, participants will learn about immigration processes focused on a defensive asylum process. They will learn about hearings, documents, and how to protect their right to pursue their case. (Approximately 1 hour)
6) Core Knowledge: Asylum - In this workshop participants will learn about the contents of an asylum application and important dates. This module is ideal for people who are seeking asylum or people who would like to learn more about the process. This workshop was created by Latino Network. (Approximately 1 hour)
7) Self-Help: Documents 101 - In this workshop, participants will learn about immigration documents and the differences between the different agencies that could be involved in their cases. (Approximately 30 min)
8) Self-Help: Services 101 - In this workshop, participants will learn how to use and create an email account, how to scan documents, and how to use the postal service. (Approximately 1.5 hours) (Max participants 4-6 ppl per session)
9) Self-Help: Services 201 - In this workshop, participants will learn how to identify a nonprofit organization and navigate the Internet safely to find the resources they need. (Approximately 1.5 hours) (Max participants 4-6 ppl per session)
Please note: We schedule workshops 3 to 4 weeks in advance on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (we are out of the office on Wednesdays).
Interpretation: If the workshop is presented with interpretation, simultaneous interpretation is required, from English or Spanish to a target language. Please anticipate an increase in time of at least 25% due to interpretation and participant questions and answers.
The workshops are completely free to the requesting agency and the community. The only help we need from you is to advertise the event, a screen to show our slides and the space to present.
Disclaimer: The information presented is intended for educational purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice.
If you would like to schedule a workshop, please fill out the Community Workshop Request Form below.
