FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Sue Dinsdale, Iowa Citizen Action Network sdinsdale@iowacan.org 515-480-3240 Iowa Main Street Alliance Leader and ICAN member ReShonda Young to Join with Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi at the US Capitol Announcing The Economic Agenda for Women and Children Iowa Small Business Owners also set to meet with Members of Congress **To … Read more
A coalition of 24 central Iowa groups supporting immigration reform legislation plans a rally at the Iowa Capitol from 2 to 4 p.m. on July 27. The “Rally for Just Immigration Reform” is described by organizers as a celebration of the gifts of immigrants to Iowa communities and a call to action for the public … Read more
Saturday, July 27, 2013, 5:30—7:30 pm Holiday Inn Downtown 1050 6th Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50314 Click here to get your tickets by making your donation!
The fight for immigration reform is on its way through the House, and OFA volunteers are at the forefront of efforts to get it passed. Join them at this event on July 9th in Des Moines, Iowa. The Dream Is Now
ICAN gathered with several organizations in front of Rep. Latham’s office today in Des Moines, to ask him to support Immigration Reform. The group followed up by going in and talking to his staff and delivering their statements. Below is a copy of ICAN’s statement. ICAN Immigration Reform Statement On Thursday, the U.S. Senate … Read more
About 180 people gathered in the domed sanctuary of Trinity United Methodist Church in Des Moines Thursday June 27, 2013 to celebrate the Senate’s vote for immigration reform and to urge the U.S. House follow suit. Esperanza Pintor Martinez, who was brought to the U.S. from Mexico when she was 8, urged lawmakers and opponents … Read more
Tuesday, July 2, 2013 – Noon to 1 p.m. National Day of Action to create a HUMAN CHAIN in front of key Congressional offices and Federal Buildings Federal building; 210 Walnut Street, Des Moines IA 210 Waterloo Building; 531 Commercial Street, Waterloo IA For additional information email ICAN organizer Frank Driscoll at fdriscoll@iowacan.org. http://iowacan.org/campaigns-ican/social-security-no-cuts/
It’s up to us to continue the nationwide call for commonsense immigration reform. Call your Senators at 888–891-3271. For contact information about your senator click here.
Thursday, June 27, 2013 – 7:00pm Iowa’s faith leaders, immigrant community, people of faith, and all Iowans who seek just and humane immigration reform will join together as a call to action on immigration reform. Speakers to include faith leaders from many traditions and immigrants telling their story. Join us and invite friends to attend. … Read more
The Iowa Health & Wellness Plan will be signed into law this Thursday, June 20. All Iowans are invited to attend the bill signing ceremony, which will take place at 9 a.m. at the Mason City Clinic-Atrium, 250 S Crescent Drive, Mason City. The Mason City Clinic is on the Mercy Hospital campus with the … Read more