Protecting Immigrant Communities: A Toolkit for State Action
Across the country, immigrant communities are facing increasing threats—from aggressive federal enforcement tactics to harmful state-level policies designed to criminalize and marginalize. But state lawmakers have the power to push back.
SiX is proud to offer the State Power to Protect Immigrant Communities toolkit, a resource designed to help legislators develop proactive policies, strengthen worker protections, and expand access to critical services.
The toolkit is password-protected for the safety of our partners and communities. To access the document, please fill out this form.
What’s Inside?
- A landscape of current threats and state-level responses
- Proactive policy examples, from sanctuary measures to professional licensing reforms
- Strategies for supporting immigrant workers and preventing retaliation
- Guidance on legal clinics, mutual aid networks, and Know Your Rights resources
- Messaging tips and data-backed research to support policymaking
As lawmakers, we are responsible for crafting policies that reflect our values—policies that ensure safety, dignity, and opportunity for all. This toolkit provides concrete steps to resist harmful measures and build a more inclusive future.