Advocate for Migrants, Asylum Seekers, and Refugees
An invitation to all Jesuits, Jesuit works and the Ignatian family to expand our advocacy efforts on behalf of our migrant brothers and sisters
LEARN-PRAY-ADVOCATE
The following resources can assist your community in lifting up the dignity of those who migrate:
BOOK AN ADVOCACY MEETING
Advocate for more humane migration policies by scheduling advocacy meetings with your congressperson’s in-district offices.
How to book a meeting
- Find the names and contact information for your representative and senators at www.house.gov and
www.senate.gov. - Contact the scheduler in your congressperson’s in-district office and ask for an appointment with the congressperson or legislative assistant.
- Tell the scheduler the date and times you are available; that you would like to discuss migration policies (including asylum, border, and interior); and who will be present during the visit.
- Once the meeting is confirmed, please alert ISN using this form.
- Re-confirm the visit by phone a day or two before the appointment.
Preparation resources and leave behind
- Jesuit Migration Talking Points (Word)
- Jesuit Migration Talking Points (PDF)
- Jesuit Migration Leave-Behind for Congressional Visits (Word)
Learn more about preparing for an advocacy meeting with Ignatian Solidarity Network’s Advocacy 101 Training Guide.
DOWNLOAD ADVOCACY POSTCARDS
Engage your wider community in advocacy for humane migration policies with the 1/4 page sign-on cards.
DOWNLOAD FLYER/BULLETIN INSERT
Amplify the provincials’ message and the World Day of Migrants and Refugees by sharing the bulletin insert.
UTILIZE LECTIONARY RESOURCES
Join the global church in using the Vatican’s lectionary resources for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Featured Resources
Issue One-Pagers
Learn more about how the Remain in Mexico policy and turnbacks of asylum seekers are compounding the suffering of migrants and refugees.
JRS Canada Refugee Simulation Exercise
Resource Guide on the Realities Facing Muslims Living in Quebec
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