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A study from the National Partnership for Women and Families (NPFW) [[link removed]] found that Black and Latina women were the biggest proponents in driving 2023 labor gains. They were often instrumental in securing favorable terms that benefited everyone in their workplace, and also had the most to gain over their non-union counterparts.
Their incredible accomplishments are paving the way for a more sustainable future for working-class solidarity.
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A recent study [[link removed]] confirmed what we have already known: people from Black, brown, Indigenous, Latinx, and other marginalized communities have disproportionately faced the harmful affects of the repeal of Roe v. Wade just over a year ago. Undocumented individuals in particular also face additional fears of criminalization due to rising anti-immigrant sentiment and legislation.
These attacks on our rights—whether reproductive rights, voting rights, or other essential rights—not only hurt our communities but our democracy as a whole. Learn how our movement is educating and mobilizing voters who have been personally affected by such unjust legislation—and how you can help drive lasting change.
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The U.S. Senate recently released a $118 billion Supplemental Funding Bill [[link removed]] that asks for a record number of detention beds and border patrol agents, changes to asylum policies that would deny people the human right to seek asylum, and continued resources to fund conflict in Ukraine and Gaza.
Immigrants and our communities are not political pawns to be exploited. Take Action by contacting your Senator to vote NO on the bill 📲 Text ACT NOW to 787-57.
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Our next stop on the Ready to Lead® [[link removed]] training trail is Aurora, Colorado!📍
Be sure to join us for Ready to Lead® Southwest [[link removed]] where you’ll learn how to create effective grassroots organizing plans, develop fundraising strategies, embrace and share your immigrant experience as a candidate and community leader, and build lasting connections with other inspiring New Americans from across the country.
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Have any final questions before applying? RSVP for our upcoming info session [[link removed]] on Tuesday, February 20 at 7pm Mountain Time to learn more about the application process and meet some of our staff! If you’re committed to your leadership journey, apply today [[link removed]] !
Do you have post-Ready to Lead® Midwest blues? Don’t worry—we’re already coming back to see you! ❤️
Join us on Saturday, February 17th from 12p to 2p for a networking mixer in Grand Rapids, Michigan! We’ll spend some time reconnecting with fellow alumni, meeting new friends and visionaries in the field, and looking ahead to strengthen community ties and solidarity for the year ahead.
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We know summer seems like a distant, sunny dream but it will be here before you know it. And this year, we’re even more excited to welcome summer with the celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month and our 10th annual New American Hero Awards [[link removed]] !
If you haven’t already, RSVP to join us [[link removed]] on June 27th in Washington, D.C. for the can’t-miss party of the season! Especially as New Americans across the country continue to mobilize, educate, and fight the good fight for our rights, let’s also take the time to celebrate our wins and the strength we’ve built in this nationwide community.
Want to take the celebrations to the next level? Explore our sponsorship and host committee opportunities! [[link removed]] If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please contact Dani Gatson [[email protected]] .
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Want to help us create a democracy where all people are included, respected, and represented? Then join the NAL team! We’re excited to announce that we’re hiring AND that we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our New American Leaders and New American Leaders Action Fund Boards of Directors!
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Here are some pretty awesome things our alumni have done recently:
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Arizona Senator Juan Méndez supported the proposal of the Arizona Thriving Families Act, a series of bills that would guarantee better access to paid medical and family leave for workers.

San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran celebrated a $35 million grant that is expected to bring housing and services under one roof to help the city's homeless population. The Homekey grant is funded by the American Rescue Plan, which was passed by Congress in 2021.

Colorado Senator Julie Gonzales and State Representative Javier Mabrey proposed a housing bill where a cause is required for the eviction of a residential tenant, otherwise known as a “for cause” or “just cause” bill. If passed, it would prevent landlords from evicting tenants who have not broken any part of the lease contract.

Michigan State Representative Alabas Farhat introduced House Resolution 182 condemning the Wall Street Journal in response to its bigoted opinion piece about Dearborn. By perpetuating anti-Arab and Islamophobic rhetoric, the article not only fosters division but also puts Dearborn’s Arab American community at risk of violence and prejudice.

Former U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Senior Policy Adviser Cindy Nava has announced that she will run for state senate in New Mexico. A former DACA recipient, Cindy’s journey from grassroots organizing and working without pay in the New Mexico Legislature to advocating at the state and national level is a testament to her resilience and drive! 

New York City Councilmembers Alexa Avilés, Shahana K. Hanif, Crystal Hudson, Pierina Ana Sanchez, Amanda Farías, Julie Won, and Shekar Krishnan sponsored two key pieces of legislation under the How Many Stop Acts. These transparency measures aim to hold law enforcement accountable for when, why, and who they pull over.

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