Campaign for Civic Participation
The Campaign for Civic Participation focuses on strengthening the political voice of newcomers and integrating their perspectives into the public dialogue. We seek to develop relationships with elected officials at all levels of government so that immigrants become their own best advocates with the power structures in our society.
July 1st Launches Democracy Summer 2006
July 1st is the launch date for Democracy Summer, the nationwide campaign to show the power of the immigrant vote. The amazing marches and rallies have transformed the immigration debate. The energy of the marches is a symbol of a permanent and growing political force in America. Coordinated by the many groups involved in the We Are America Alliance, Democracy Summer will highlight the work of increasing civic participation of immigrant communities and supporters at the ballot box. We encourage you to organize a July 1st event focused on civic engagement and immigrant rights. Here are some event ideas for you to consider:
Teach-Ins about the Senate and House bills
Educate your community about the Senate and House bills and what they can do to help make sure that real and comprehensive immigration reform becomes law and that immoral and hateful proposals do not. We are producing a teach-in curriculum that will be made available for you to use and adapt to your local needs. At this event you can also recruit participants to take part in upcoming events and civic engagement activities.Lobby your Members of Congress
Meet with your Senators and Members of Congress, start a letter-writing campaign, or organize a call-in day.Citizenship workshops to help legal permanent residents become citizens. There are hundreds of thousands of legal immigrants in the United States who are qualified to become citizens. As citizens they could vote and increase participation on immigration issues. Forms and direction on how other organizations have successfully launched citizenship workshops will be available soon.Voter registration drives
Register people to vote and educate them about what is at stake in the upcoming elections. Encourage members of your community to pledge that they will each register at least 10 people to vote.Photo Album from Voter Registration 07/22/2006 | Press Release 07/19/2006 | NPRN Report 07/21/2006 | Omaha World-Herald Editorial 07/31/2006
Voter Resources:
Iowa Members of Congress: Bio's, Votes, Committees, & Election Numbers
Iowa, Nebraska, and Federal Government Links
Nebraska Members of Congress: Bio's, Votes, Committees, & Election Numbers
Nebraska Senators: Bio's, Votes, Committees, & Election Numbers
The Pro-Immigrant Voting Block
Voter Registration:
Political Parties in Iowa and Nebraska:
