There are an estimated 12 million undocumented immigrants in the U.S. How do we respond faithfully to that reality? We will talk about the root causes of the immigration crisis, the proposed policy solutions and their potential impact. We will also introduce participants to the range of creative ways that Christians across the country are responding to the mission needs and opportunities of the immigration dilemma, including the new sanctuary movement.
About the Speaker
Alexia is the Executive Director of CLUE (Clergy and Laity United for Economic Justice), an organization of religious leaders throughout Los Angeles county who come together to respond to the crisis of working poverty by supporting low-wage workers in their struggle for a living wage, health insurance, fair working conditions and a voice in the decisions that affect them. Alexia is also the co-chair of a new statewide alliance of interfaithworker justice groups, CLUE California. CLUE California is currently organizing new chapters in Orange County and the Inland Empire.
We know that there are increasing numbers
of people in our community who are working
hard but are unable to afford the basics. Why
is this happening? What solution can we find
that is systemic, effective and faithful? This
workshop will answer those questions.
We know that there are increasing numbers
of people in our community who are working
hard but are unable to afford the basics. Why
is this happening? What solution can we find
that is systemic, effective and faithful? This
workshop will answer those questions.
This workshop shares the CLUE-LA original organizing approach, or ‘faith-rooted’ organizing. It enables faith leaders to contribute their unique gifts and resources to collaborative campaigns for economic justice. Participating in campaigns to remove barriers (like the broken immigration system) that keep workers from full voice and inclusion, are discussed.
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