AIDNW NEWS

Advocates for Immigrants in Detention Northwest works with partner organizations to support those who are detained in the Tacoma immigration detention center, as well as when they are released here into the United States.

Check out current articles highlighting AIDNW events, volunteer reflections, committee member contributions of time and talent, and collaborations with partnership programs in our community and around the Pacific Northwest.

LATEST BLOG POSTS AND VIDEOS

International Migrants Day Proclamation

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AIDNW was so grateful and honored to be invited by Commissioner…

Early Winter Newsletter & Update From Our Executive Director

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Happy Holidays AIDNW Family & Friends! We, the board and…

Human Rights Day – AFT Online Town Hall on Defending Immigration Rights & More

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The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Washington is sponsoring…

Big Thanks To AIDNW Donors!

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We want to give a big shout-out to everyone who has donated during…

VOLUNTEER VOICES

Each post shares an AIDNW volunteer’s unique perspective and firsthand experience while giving their time and talent to help immigrants.

Carla Moschetti, AIDNW volunteer

“Immigrants are Grateful for Visits in Detention”

When I started as a visitation volunteer with AIDNW, I was a bit nervous. I'm not the world's greatest conversationalist; I had no idea how it would go.
Charnley Marsden, AIDNW information technology volunteer, a middle aged white woman with light brown hair and a big smile.

“Working in the office, I get to meet new immigrants.”

Not all AIDNW volunteers are out at the Welcome Center greeting released immigrants five days a week, coordinating their travel plans, or driving immigrants to the airport.
Steve Greenheck, AIDNW post-detention accompaniment driver

“Giving A First Very Positive Impression of Americans”

Taking people to the airport to fly to their sponsor’s US city gives me an opportunity to talk with them and make personal connections. Tension can be released a bit in joking conversation enroute.
Aviva Furman, AIDNW welcome center volunteer - white, middle aged woman with blond curly hair and glasses. She is smiling widely.

“Best Volunteer Job I’ve Ever Had!”

I’ve had the privilege of being an AIDNW Welcome Center volunteer for about three years. I heard an AIDNW radio story, and I knew I wanted to get involved. This has been the best volunteer job I’ve ever had!

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