1. Toolkit Creation: o Resource Identification: Work with community partners, legal advocates, and service providers to identify and compile essential resources for immigrants. This includes information on legal rights, health services, housing assistance, mental health care, language access, and more. o Safety Planning: Develop materials and guides outlining safety planning for immigrants, including advice on how to protect themselves from detention or deportation, steps to take in emergencies, and how to access legal services. o Wellness Resources: Include information about mental health services, community wellness programs, and healthcare resources, focusing on immigrant-specific needs and barriers. o Sanctuary Spaces: Compile a list of sanctuary places, including safe spaces like community centers, houses of worship, and nonprofit organizations that provide sanctuary or support to immigrants. o Toolkit Format: Design and produce the toolkit in accessible formats, including printed copies, digital formats, and versions available in multiple languages. Ensure the toolkit is user-friendly and culturally appropriate. o Distribution Plan: Develop a strategy for distributing the toolkit widely to immigrant communities, service providers, and local organizations. 2. Community Education and Workshops: o Curriculum Development: Develop curricula for workshops and educational programs that address immigrant rights, safety planning, available community resources, and wellness. o Workshops and Training: Fund and organize a series of workshops and training sessions for immigrant populations. These may cover topics such as: ▪ Legal rights and protections for immigrants. ▪ Mental health and wellness support. ▪ Accessing healthcare, housing, and social services. ▪ Navigating local systems and services. ▪ Safety and emergency preparedness. o Targeted Audiences: Ensure that educational programs are designed for immigrants of various backgrounds, including those with limited English proficiency, and that they cater to the unique needs of different immigrant groups.
