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Stay up to date with news from Canal Alliance’s programs and read about the impact of our work on the Latino immigrant communities that we serve.
Administration Aims to Diminish Immigrant Voices
Posted: July 23, 2020
Canal Alliance and Community Action Marin affirms their goal of a fair and accurate census that counts everyone. The White House is trying to remove undocumented residents from the process of redistricting which takes place after every decennial census. The Administration’s goal is to redefine which people count as “persons” and scare all immigrants from participating in the census. The Census Bureau will continue to reach out to all households to respond to the 2020 Census. We must protect our communities, the Constitution, and the census from political manipulation by encouraging participation in the 2020 Census.
Does Your Jail Cooperate with ICE?
Posted: December 18, 2019
In this report, the immigrant community and advocates alike will find important Know Your Rights information and key insights to help advance local advocacy efforts.
Letter of Opposition of AB751
Posted: June 12, 2019
Canal Alliance has signed onto a letter of opposition of Assembly Bill 751, which would create inequitable college admissions process for low-income and students of color in our state.
Immigrant Day 2019
Posted: May 24, 2019
On May 19th Canal Alliance led it’s third delegation of youth advocates to the steps of the State Capitol as part of a statewide day of advocacy and education
Meet our Volunteer: Charles Little
Posted: April 9, 2019
In honor of Volunteer Appreciation month, we’d like to highlight some of our stellar volunteers who are making a difference in our organization and in our community.
United Against Hate- Facebook Live Video
Posted: February 22, 2019
Recording of February 21, 2019 United Against Hate Facebook Live Conversation with Not in our Town and Osher Marin JCC.
In the News: Crowd voices opposition to Marin interaction with ICE
Posted: December 8, 2018
A crowd of 250+ packed a Board of Supervisors’ hearing to deliver an unequivocal message: The Marin sheriff should not cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Canal Alliance Responds: Steps in the right direction
Posted: December 3, 2018
Join us as we discuss next steps toward increasing transparency and public awareness of the devastating effects of deportation.
November eNewsletter
Posted: November 13, 2018
Keep up to date on the important work Canal Alliance has been doing in our community and see how you can get involved.
Candidates Forum: Latinos & Education in Marin
Posted: October 23, 2018
Join us as we discuss the disparities in Marin County’s academic achievement for Latinos vs. their peers with all candidates for San Rafael City School Board.