Immigrant Resources - A.R.I.S.E. Appalachia

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A.R.I.S.E. Appalachia cree que los inmigrantes son una parte esencial de nuestras comunidades. Todos merecen seguridad, dignidad y acceso a apoyo, sin importar dónde hayan nacido o qué idioma hablen. Esta página te conecta con información confiable, socios locales y ayuda real.

You belong here. A.R.I.S.E. Appalachia believes that immigrants are an essential part of our communities. Everyone deserves safety, dignity, and access to support, no matter where they were born or what language they speak. This page connects you with reliable information, local partners, and real help.

¡Conoce tus derechos! - Know Your Rights!

If immigration agents come to your door:

You do not have to open the door unless they show a signed judicial warrant (not an ICE warrant).
You can ask them to slip the warrant under the door or hold it up to a window.
You have the right to remain silent.
You do not have to answer questions about where you were born or your immigration status.
You do not have to sign anything without speaking to a lawyer.

If you are stopped or questioned:

You can say: “I am exercising my right to remain silent.”
You can ask: “Am I being detained or am I free to go?”
If detained, ask for a lawyer immediately.

If you are detained:

You have the right to call an attorney.
You have the right to a phone call.
You have the right to contact your consulate.

Local Support & Rapid Response

These organizations work directly in East Tennessee and across the state to protect immigrant families and respond to enforcement activity.

ICE Fuera del Este de TN

(Recursos de IOETN / Recursos)

“Construyendo alternativas comunitarias al ICE y a la policía en el Este de Tennessee.”

Llama a la línea directa:

Llama a la línea directa de ICE Fuera del Este de TN para reportar actividad del ICE o pedir ayuda: 865-226-9052

Recuerda:

S.A.L.U.T.E. / A.C.T.U.A.R. *imágenes cortesía de ICE Fuera del Este de TN*

ICE Out of East TN

(IOETN Resources / Recursos)

“Building community alternatives to ICE and police in East Tennessee.”
“Construyendo alternativas comunitarias al ICE y a la policía en ETN.”

Call the Hotline:

Call the ICE Out of East TN hotline to report ICE activity or get help: 865-226-9052

Remember:

S.A.L.U.T.E. / A.C.T.U.A.R. *images courtesy of ICE Out of East TN*

TIRRC — Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition

Un líder estatal en justicia para inmigrantes.

Quiénes Son:
Somos reconocidos a nivel nacional por nuestra labor en la construcción de coaliciones multiétnicas y multigeneracionales, nuestra eficaz defensa legislativa y nuestras iniciativas de comunicación premiadas. Organizamos tanto a inmigrantes y refugiados individuales como a organizaciones y congregaciones multiconfesionales que apoyan a comunidades de inmigrantes y refugiados.
Qué Hacen:
Clínicas legales, asistencia con DACA, participación de votantes, defensa de políticas y apoyo familiar. Servicios disponibles en varios idiomas.

A statewide leader in immigrant justice.

Who They Are:
We are nationally recognized for our multiethnic, multigenerational coalition building, effective legislative advocacy, and award-winning communications initiatives. We organize both individual immigrants and refugees, as well as organizations and multifaith congregations that serve immigrant and refugee communities.
What They Do:
Legal clinics, DACA assistance, voter engagement, policy advocacy, and family support. Services available in multiple languages

AKIN – Allies of Knoxville’s Immigrant Neighbors

Una red regional que trabaja para apoyar a los inmigrantes y construir comunidades acogedoras en el este de Tennessee.

Quiénes son:
Una red de personas en el área de Knoxville que trabaja para fomentar el diálogo sobre temas relacionados con inmigrantes y refugiados; para crear un mejor entendimiento entre inmigrantes, refugiados y miembros de las comunidades locales; para apoyar y aprender de las comunidades de inmigrantes y refugiados mientras participan en la vida cívica y política; para promover políticas más justas y razonables hacia la inmigración y el asilo; y para fomentar un ambiente acogedor en el que todas las personas sean tratadas con dignidad y respeto y reconocidas por sus contribuciones positivas a la comunidad.

A regional network working to support immigrants and build welcoming communities in East Tennessee.

Who They Are:
A network of people in the Knoxville area who work to encourage dialogue about issues related to immigrants and refugees; to build better understanding among immigrants, refugees and members of local receiving communities; to support and learn from immigrant and refugee communities as they engage in civic and political life; to promote more just and reasonable policies toward immigration and asylum; and to foster a welcoming atmosphere in which all people are treated with dignity and respect and recognized for their positive contributions to the community.

WIN-BC – Welcoming Immigrant Neighbors Blount County

Nuestra misión
– fomentar el diálogo sobre temas relacionados con los inmigrantes;
– construir un mejor entendimiento entre los inmigrantes, sus comunidades y los miembros de las comunidades locales receptoras;
– apoyar y aprender de las comunidades inmigrantes mientras participan en la vida cívica y política;
– promover políticas de inmigración más justas y razonables;
– asociarnos y apoyar a los inmigrantes locales para conectarlos con recursos comunitarios;
– y fomentar un ambiente acogedor en el que todas las personas sean tratadas con dignidad y respeto.

Email: [email protected]

Our Mission

to encourage dialogue about issues related to immigrants;
to build better understanding among immigrants, their communities, and members of local receiving communities;
to support and learn from immigrant communities as they engage in civic and political life;
to promote more just and reasonable immigration policies;
to partner and support local immigrants in connecting with community resources;
and to foster a welcoming atmosphere in which all people are treated with dignity and respect.

Centro Hispano

Como la principal organización que atiende a la comunidad latina en el este de Tennessee, Centro existe para conectar, celebrar y elevar a nuestra comunidad, y visualizamos un este de Tennessee en el que todas las personas latinas puedan prosperar cultural, educativa y económicamente. Nuestra misión es promover el empoderamiento y la participación cívica a través de la educación, el desarrollo laboral, la participación de jóvenes y familias, y las iniciativas de fortalecimiento comunitario.

As the leading Latino-serving organization in East Tennessee, Centro exists to connect, celebrate, and elevate our community, and we envision an East Tennessee in which all Latino/a/e/x people can thrive culturally, educationally and economically. Our mission is to promote empowerment and civic participation through education, workforce development, youth and family engagement, and community-strengthening initiatives.

Workforce Development

5 levels of English classes (ESL)
HiSET/GED classes in Spanish
Medical Interpreter Training
Financial Education workshops
Education for small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs

Youth and Family Engagement

On-site children’s programming
Afterschool programs at partner elementary schools
Youth mentoring & Tutoring
Post-secondary access programs
Parent education programs

Thanks in part to generous support from the East Tennessee Foundation’s Mount Rest Fund.

Community Resources

Our Community Resources department works primarily through a complex information and referral system. By creating a trusted network of like-minded partners, our Community Resources department successfully connects our clients to the services they need such as legal counsel, health care, and housing.

Small Business Help

Financial education (including budgeting and taxation)
Business modeling and planning
Optimizing social media and marketing
Strategic leadership (management and employee retention)
One-on-one consulting for aspiring business owners
Licensing

When to Reach Out for Help

Contact one of the groups above if:

ICE or immigration agents are in your neighborhood
A loved one has been detained
You need help finding legal services
You need support for housing, food, or emergency needs related to immigration issues

These organizations are trusted, community-based, and focused on protecting families—not reporting them.

We Stand With Our Immigrant Neighbors

Los inmigrantes hacen que los Apalaches sean más fuertes. Desde nuestras escuelas y lugares de trabajo hasta nuestras iglesias y vecindarios, las familias inmigrantes están entrelazadas en el tejido de esta región.

A.R.I.S.E. Appalachia seguirá:

Compartiendo información precisa
Amplificando a socios locales de confianza
Conectando a individuos y familias con recursos locales
Contrarrestando el miedo y la desinformación
Organizando políticas que protejan a las familias inmigrantes

Aquí no estás solo.

Immigrants make Appalachia stronger. From our schools and workplaces to our churches and neighborhoods, immigrant families are woven into the fabric of this region.

A.R.I.S.E. Appalachia will continue to:

Share accurate information
Amplify trusted local partners
Connect individuals and families to local resources
Push back against fear and misinformation
Organize for policies that protect immigrant families

You are not alone here.

¿Necesitas comida? ¿Necesitas un viaje? Por favor envía un correo electrónico [email protected]

Need food? Need a ride? Please email us at [email protected]