On May 1st we celebrated International Workers' Day! Join our community organizer, Alejandro, and our board president, Vanessa, as they discuss the State of Workers' Rights in Iowa. RSVP here: bit.ly/May1stFri

Recently Temporary Protected Status has been designated for people from Afghanistan, Ukraine, and Cameroon. These announcements are welcome and positive steps as we continue to work toward an immigration system that provides permanent protections, unites families, and protects workers. Iowa MMJ’s legal team is working hard with our partner agencies in the community to respond to the needs of recent arrivals by providing information and consultations to Afghans in Iowa. Sessions in Des Moines are set for May 12th, 14th, and 17th at Drake University. 

A team of immigrant women has come together to form a collective to promote economic self-sufficiency and leadership development. Their goal is to provide an inclusive community and exchange knowledge, services, and skills to create better opportunities for immigrant women and their families. The first program will be a 4-week sewing course starting later this month. Can you donate or help us purchase sewing machines for the class? If so, email us at amurguiaortiz@gmail.com.