Resources to Support Our Immigrant Neighbors
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- Jan 17
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The following resources were shared by Councilmember Odette Ramos in January 2026.
Community Letter from Councilmember Ramos
This is a tough time for our immigrant neighbors. You might not see it being reported in the news, but ICE is very much present in Baltimore City and the surrounding areas. Thank you for your interest in wanting to help. I am sharing information here on volunteer opportunities, resources, and upcoming trainings. I will continue to share more. See below.
Sign up to volunteer with the Amica Center here. They are looking for volunteers to visit detention centers to inform detainees about their rights, administrative support, translation, and more.
Support Safe City Baltimore's work to help immigrants in Baltimore City here.
CASA's Know Your Rights packet in English and Spanish here. It covers what to do if someone encounters federal agents in various environments.
Sign up to volunteer with Esperanza Center - Catholic Charities of Baltimore here. They are looking for interpreters, administrative support, and pro bono immigration attorneys.
Volunteer/Support the Latino Racial Justice Circle here.
Unfortunately, families are being separated. It is important for families to prepare for this situation. If you know a family that may be vulnerable, please share this resource for Standby Guardianship and Power of Attorney.
Sanctuary Streets Baltimore ICE Watch Training on January 20th. Sign up here.
National Immigration Law Center's Guidance for Employers, see here.
Volunteer to observe Immigration Court here.
Sign up for the National Immigration Law Center's upcoming trainings. See below.
Empower Communities: Health & Public Benefits
February 11, 2026 @ 1:00–2:00 PM ET (10:00-11:00 AM PT)
This session will cover how enhanced immigration enforcement is undermining the rights of immigrant families by creating barriers to health services and fear around accessing public benefits programs.
Empower Communities: Workers Rights
February 27, 2026 @ 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET (11:00-12:00 PM PT)
This session will cover how increased immigration enforcement and other attacks on immigrant workers are undermining all workers’ rights.
Empower Communities: Education & K-12 School Settings
March 11, 2026 @ 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET (11:00 – 12:00 PM PT)
This session will cover how enhanced immigration enforcement is undermining the security and safety of immigrant students and families in schools.
Empower Communities: Enforcement & Detention
March 25, 2026 @ 2:00 – 3:00 PM ET (11:00 – 12:00 PM PT)
This session will cover the major changes to immigration enforcement practices, resources for immigrant communities, and opportunities to advocate.
If you are aware of any other resources or trainings, please share them with us.
