June 26, 2008

Immigration Reform Updates
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Immigration Reform Updates

After a two year study, The League of Women Voters have taken a position on Immigration. The League believes that immigration policies should promote reunification of immediate families; meet the economic, business and employment needs of the United States; and be responsive to those facing political persecution or humanitarian crises. Provision should also be made for qualified persons to enter the U.S. on student visas. All persons should receive fair treatment under the law.

The North Carolina Council of Churches, as part of the effort to bring some "climate change" to the anti-immigrant climate in our state, is encouraging people of faith to sign on as supporters of a statement called the Religious Coalition for Justice for Immigrants. There are times when it is important just to speak out publicly, to bring together individual voices to produce a chorus of people of faith. Join in supporting this statement of hospitality and justice.
As an organization with a long and proud tradition of defending civil liberties for all, Anti Defamation League has in recent years taken a lead role in exposing the virulent anti-immigrant and xenophobic rhetoric that has risen to the surface as part of the national debate over immigration. ADL speaks out against discrimination and bigotry and advocates a meaningful and substantive policy that honors America's promise as a nation of immigrants
I will be sending out updates on immigration issues in North Carolina every other week - or Action Alerts as needed. If you would like to receive these updates, please go to the bottom of this newsletter and click on Update Profile/Email Address. You can then add Immigration Issues to your subscription.

Nancy Proctor




North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a community of agencies and individuals who serve battered women and their children. We are committed to building a society in which our shared beliefs and institutions discourage violence against women. NCCADV was founded in 1981 with 21 participating programs and now includes over 90 member programs. Areas of support to member programs include technical assistance, training, information about public policy initiatives, and activities to increase public awareness.

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Hotline's well-trained and dedicated staff provide the community with years of crisis intervention experience in the areas of domestic violence and sexual assault response, prevention education, support groups, sudden death response and community outreach. Outer Banks Hotline offers the following programs and services:
A 24-hour crisis phone line (473-3366) that connects a distressed caller to a volunteer trained to listen and make referrals. Topics include suicide, family problems, depression, substance abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault. A comprehensive domestic violence program that includes shelter, advocacy, support and referral for victims and their children. The program also offers a Batterer's Intervention Group to address the roots of abusive behavior and facilitates a community interagency collaboration, the Domestic Violence Prevention Organization. A sexual assault response program that provides the assault victim with a trained advocate at the hospital, during interactions with law enforcement and in court proceedings. Referrals for counseling options are also offered to the victim and family members. A variety of support groups to empower and educate survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse, groups to address the issues of men who abuse their partners and programs for children who are affected by violence and abuse in their families. Training and education for allied professionals, such as law enforcement, social workers, health care workers, child care providers, teachers and other interested groups. These trainings raise the community awareness of the many aspects of personal and domestic crises. Outreach in the community and the schools through community leadership in providing resources for parent education, services for at-risk youth, emergency assistance for individuals in crisis and deliberate participation in community events and task forces addressing issues of compassion and safety.
Hotline is one of Dare County's largest volunteer organizations. Volunteers are indispensible to our thrift stores and provide much-needed assistance with fundraising events such as Festival of Trees. Volunteers answer the crisis line, weave at Endless Possibilities, and serve as advocates for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Other service opportunities are available; call Hotline to discuss the best match for your skills or interests. To learn more about becoming a Hotline volunteer, please call the business office at 473-5121 or write to: Outer Banks Hotline Attn: Volunteer Coordinator P.O. Box 14900 Manteo, NC 27954


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