WHO: Community organizers, staff of civil and immigrant rights organizations, clergy, teachers, advocates and anyone who works with the immigrant community.

WHAT: The Train the Trainer workshop will cover the rights of the immigrant community when questioned by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and how that is different from questions from Census workers who will visit the homes of those who did not return the Census Questionnaire. Training materials will include a "Know Your Rights" handout, a presentation about the Census home visits that began May 1st, and a question and answer session.

WHEN: Friday, May 14, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Registration begins at 9.45 a.m.)

WHERE: Culmore United Methodist Church - Fellowship Hall
5901 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22041

WHY: The goal of this training is to provide up-to-date information to those who work with the immigrant community on how to recognize and prepare for ICE officials and Census workers and to understand the differences. It is important that service providers be informed on these issues, as they are in a unique position to provide advice to clients and community members. Educating the community about the role of ICE officials and Census workers will directly reduce the fear that ensues when a government official knocks at the door.

RSVP: RSVP with Katie Mathews at Katie@hogarimmigrantservices.org or call 703-534-9805 x 243.