Wondering how you can best support your students and their families as we navigate the changing landscape of immigration policy and enforcement? Join SABES and the Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition to review Know Your Rights and Resources information for interactions with law enforcement, program-wide preparedness, and best practices for creating safe spaces for your students. This year's training will also include additional preparedness and advocacy resources available to everyone, regardless of their status.
- Any adult education professional who wants to more effectively support immigrant learners during this time
This professional development activity/course is designed for:
This Know Your Rights and Resources training for adult educators aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively support your students and their school communities as they navigate the complexities of the current immigration climate.
You will gain a foundational understanding of your students' rights and responsibilities, interactions with immigration enforcement, and program-wide preparedness planning. We will also discuss strategies for creating a welcoming and inclusive learning environment, building trust with your students, and fostering a sense of safety and security. The training shares resources to help families prepare for emergencies, access legal help, and spot immigration scams, as well as other legal resources. It concludes with additional immigrant family support resources and ways you can connect with the MIRA coalition for further involvement.
Once you register for this training, you will be sent a form where you can submit your questions to our MIRA Coalition facilitator in advance. By doing this, you will help tailor the training to your needs and ensure your needs are being met. Please submit your questions by Tuesday, November 4, at 5 p.m.
Please note that this session will not be recorded to protect participant privacy.
Format & Requirements: This course consists of one online synchronous session of 1.5 hours, with no additional required work.
Access & Support: You will receive instructions for accessing the synchronous session via Zoom from Sovanna Carnell Guyon. If you need technical assistance to access the course, please contact Sovanna at sovanna_carnellguyon@worlded.org.
This session is part of a collaboration with the MIRA Coalition. Be sure to check out the other offering in this series:
- Understanding the Latest Immigration Policy Changes on 11/20/24, 1–2:30 p.m.
Can’t join us for this meeting? Check out the MIRA Coalition’s Know Your Rights page.
- Identify at least three key rights that immigrant students have in interactions with immigration enforcement
- Describe one strategy for creating a more welcoming and inclusive learning environment for immigrant students
- Identify one resource that you can use to better prepare immigrant students for interactions with immigration enforcement
Upon completion of this professional development activity/course, you will be able to:
After registering for the session, you will receive a form that will allow you to submit questions in advance. If you are able, please submit your questions by Tuesday, November 4, at 5 p.m., so your facilitator will have time to prepare their materials.
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