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  • Read more about Rally on Tuesday, July 2 to demand the closure of inhumane immigrant detention centers
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Schedule in district meetings with staff to educate them about the issues. (in photo AFSC staff and volunteers in Madison, WI). Photo: Jennifer Bing/AFSC 

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Every August, most members of Congress return home to their districts for summer recess. This is a great opportunity to meet with your elected officials and communicate your concerns.  

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Tens of thousands of immigrant families could be evicted from public housing, under a proposed rule from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

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  • Read more about Ayah Khalifa

Ayah Khalifa draws on her experiences is facilitator with AFSC’s Communities Against Islamophobia project in Greenbsoro, North Carolina. Through trainings, she helps allies understand the history of Islamophobia, how the media perpetuates stereotypes, and how individuals can help by addressing misconceptions among family, friends, and others.

In the face of state violence and oppression, people continue to peacefully and courageously demand democracy for Sudan.

After months of planning and anticipation, I won’t be returning to Sudan for my cousin’s wedding this month.  Due to the unstable political situation and violence targeting young people leading a revolution there right now, my family had to cancel our tickets. 

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