Leaders from Iowa united with the national movement for permanent protections for immigrants in Washington D.C. last month. Iowa leaders met with other groups and members of Congress pushing for immigration policy to be included in the budget reconciliation package. Maura returned energized saying “I’m not alone! We CAN make a difference! We are united in our diversity, in our fight for justice, for our children!” Learn more about how you can get involved by joining our monthly statewide strategy calls every third Thursday of the month. English: 4pm Register here. Spanish: 8pm- Register here. 

Iowa MMJ invites community members and partners to contribute to the Day of the Dead Altar at our office by sharing a photo of a loved one or momento honoring lives lost due to COVID-19 or U.S. immigration policies. Special thanks to Laura Mendoza for her work on coordinating the altar and educating staff about the significance and meaning of this Mexican tradition. Join us as we celebrate family, honor lives lost and recognize Hispanic Heritage Month.

We envision an Iowa that is welcoming and inclusive for everyone! Communities across the state are already taking steps locally to make sure they welcome everyone by giving people access to community identification cards that facilitate equitable access to various services for every resident living in a community. Join us as we hear from organizers in Johnson County, Story County, Marshall County and Polk County about their work and success to make Iowa more welcoming! English: Friday, Nov 5th 12pm Register here. Spanish: Thursday, Nov 4th 8pm- Register here.

After navigating nine countries and two continents by herself, a mother from Africa found Iowa MMJ. Our legal team helped her navigate the U.S. immigration system because we believe migration is a human right and that families belong together. (Watch our experts explain why people are seeking protection.) She’s now on the path to permanent protection and being reunited with her children. Your support translates into concrete solutions for immigrants and refugees in Iowa.