As the war in Ukraine presses on, Ukrainians who sought refuge in the United States through the Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) program now face uncertainty due to lapses in their immigration statuses and work authorization. A pause in application processing stranded many in a state of legal limbo, with no recourse to move forward. In response, Global Refuge is supporting Congressional efforts to ensure continued protections for Ukrainians.
Read about those efforts in our blog post and write to your lawmakers about the Protecting Our Guests During Hostilities in Ukraine Act to support guest status for Ukrainians using our Action Alert.
Immigration in Nevada is complex. Nearly 7% of residents—including 9% of the workforce—are undocumented, and immigrants support key industries like agriculture and hospitality. Yet under recent policies from the federal level, targeted enforcement is leading to family separation, economic disruption, and corrosive fear.
LEAN advocates for compassionate immigrant justice that protects families and strengthens Nevada’s economy.
Solar power isn’t just good for the planet, it’s good for Nevadans.
Through our partnership with Solar for All, over 20,000 Nevada families, whether you rent, own, or live in affordable housing, can finally access solar energy.
In the fight for justice, we have to stand side by side. From the Civil Rights Movement to today’s struggles for housing and climate justice. Solidarity is our power.
Connecting faith and public life As members of the ELCA, we believe that we are freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. God uses our hands, through our direct service work and our voices, through our advocacy efforts, to restore and reconcile our world. Through faithful advocacy, the ELCA lives out our Lutheran belief that governments can help advance the common good.
ELCA advocacy works for change in public policy based on the experience of Lutheran ministries, programs and projects around the world and in communities across the United States. We work through political channels on behalf of the following biblical values: peacemaking, hospitality to strangers, care for creation, and concern for people living in poverty and struggling with hunger and disease.
Join a growing movement Together, we achieve things on a scale and scope that we could never do otherwise. When we act as a coordinated network of advocates and reach out to officials on relevant, timely issues, we effectively impact public policies. Join thousands of ELCA members — sign up for the ELCA e-Advocacy Network now.
Take action We are a church that rolls up our sleeves and gets to work. Stand up for policies that create opportunities to overcome poverty, promote peace and dignity, and defend God’s creation — visit the Advocacy News and Updates page to find advocacy opportunities now. Learn more On the Advocacy resources page, you’ll find information that will educate and equip you to be a more effective advocate.
