By Marcy Flores
At Corazón Healdsburg, we are deeply concerned about the implications of the recent election and the potential for mass deportations. This is not an abstract issue. It’s deeply personal and acutely affects our neighbors, coworkers, classmates and friends right here in Sonoma County.
Since the election, we have been collaborating with partners to develop comprehensive plans to protect and support our community. We continue to make referrals to trusted legal organizations and are actively sharing “Know Your Rights” resources and other critical legal information.
As part of these efforts, the Secure Families Collaborative of Sonoma County is offering free immigration legal clinics throughout the county. We supported La Familia Sana at one of these clinics in Cloverdale in November, providing resources and guidance. We have been sharing info for the other upcoming clinics in other locations.
We encourage others in our community to get involved. Amplify the voices of those impacted by sharing their stories. Advocate for your neighbors, and connect them with resources. Volunteer your time with organizations like Corazón Healdsburg to provide support to those facing fear and uncertainty.
We are committed to ensuring that everyone in our community knows they belong, regardless of their immigration status. We have red and yellow immigration cards that can help immigrants understand their rights, and we encourage anyone with specific questions or looking for support to call our office at (707) 615-4567.
Marcy Flores is the executive director of Corazón Healdsburg, a bilingual family resource center.
Deportation is a horrible idea. If the government doesn’t want people in the USA illegally, why does the State give the illegals benefits and money?