Communities Against ICE
KYR Toolkit
Strengthening Our Community Through Shared Resources.
Welcome! This toolkit provides essential Know Your Rights information to help protect our community in situations involving immigration agents.
Spread the word by sharing this resource on social media and within your networks—together, we can create POWER, NOT PANIC!
This toolkit was designed to:
Centralize Resources
We have gathered crucial information and resources that are already available in various forms, packaging them into a single, accessible toolkit.
Leverage Digital Media
We aim to amplify our collective voice by using our social media and other digital platforms to share important updates, know your rights information, community resources, and safety tips.
Facilitate Collaboration
We encourage our partners in California to utilize and share this toolkit to foster a unified approach in disseminating information and promoting community resilience.
How to use this toolkit
This toolkit includes a collection of graphics and videos covering essential Know Your Rights topics to help individuals navigate encounters with immigration enforcement.
Access & Download: All materials are available for automatic download below.
Bilingual Resources: Materials are provided in both English and Spanish. You can access the Spanish toolkit here.
Social Media Sharing: Suggested captions are included for your convenience. Feel free to use or customize them as needed.
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Thank you for helping us keep our communities safe from ICE!
GRAPHICS
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1. What Are RRN And How Do They Work?
🚨 Take a stand against ICE abuses!
Learn how Rapid Response Networks are vital in protecting our immigrant communities. In this first segment of our 10-part series, we break down what these networks are and how to use them effectively. Informed and prepared communities are powerful communities.⚡
For a complete list of Rapid Response Networks in California, visit 👉 www.ccijustice.org/carrn
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
3. Encountering ICE At Work
⚡ Make sure you know how to effectively respond if ICE arrives at your workplace. This third post in our 10-part series offers crucial strategies for protecting yourself and your employees from ICE abuses. By staying prepared we can protect our community!
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉 [www.ccijustice.org/carrn]
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
5. Encountering ICE At A School
📚 All students have rights, regardless of their immigration status. In this fifth post of our 10-part series, we address what to do if ICE shows up at your school. Your school can prepare by implementing policies to safeguard immigrant students and designating staff members to handle situations involving ICE. 💪🏽
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉 www.ccijustice.org/carrn
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
7. Encountering ICE At A Religious Institution
In our seventh post of the 10-part series, we're addressing what to do if ICE shows up at a religious institution. Since the removal of protective policies in 2025, it’s essential for congregations to know how to safeguard their members and exercise their rights. Your spiritual community can take proactive steps to support and protect every individual. 💪🏽🌈
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉 [www.ccijustice.org/carrn]
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
9. Family Preparedness For ICE
👨👩👧👦 While we can't control immigration enforcement actions, being prepared can significantly reduce stress in these situations. In our ninth post of the 10-part series, we provide vital steps to help you create a thorough family preparedness plan. Be sure to explore the valuable resources we've included to enhance your planning efforts and ensure your family's safety. ✊✨
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉 [www.ccijustice.org/carrn]
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
2. Encountering ICE At Home
💪🏽 🏠 Know your rights and stay empowered! This is the second post in our 10-part series that outlines essential steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones if ICE comes to your home.
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉www.ccijustice.org/carrn
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
4. Encountering ICE On The Street
🚨 In this fourth post of our 10-part series, we provide crucial steps for what to do if you encounter ICE on the street. From understanding how they may approach you to knowing how to document their actions, this visual guide is designed to help you protect yourself and your community. Remember, together we can create power, not panic! 💪🏽
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉 [www.ccijustice.org/carrn]
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
6. Encountering ICE At A Medical Facility
🏥 Since January 20, 2025, ICE is permitted to conduct enforcement actions at hospitals and clinics, but it’s crucial to remember that everyone has constitutional rights. In this sixth post of our 10-part series, we focus on what to do if ICE shows up at a medical facility.
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉 [www.ccijustice.org/carrn]
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
8. Documenting And Reporting ICE Activity
📸 Knowing how to properly document ICE activity is crucial for community safety. In our eighth post of the 10-part series, we explore how to effectively record and report immigration enforcement actions.
Record without interference, focus on the facts, and report your findings to your Rapid Response Network.
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉 [www.ccijustice.org/carrn]
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
10. Expanded Expedited Removal
🚨 Understanding your rights is crucial in the face of rapid policy changes. In our final post of the 10-part series, we explain expedited removal, which has expanded since January 31, 2025. It's essential to know your rights, gather important documents, and stay informed about these evolving policies. If confronted by immigration officials, remember: you have the right to remain silent and seek legal counsel. 🛡️✨
For a list of Rapid Response hotlines in California, visit 👉 [www.ccijustice.org/carrn]
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #ICEAtYourHome #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
VIDEOS
📣 Take action to protect our communities!
Rapid Response Networks are a powerful tool for standing up to ICE and Border Patrol threats. This 3-minute video breaks down how these community-led initiatives play a crucial role in keeping people safe and ready to respond.
For a complete list of Rapid Response Networks in California, visit 👉 www.ccijustice.org/carrn
#CommunitiesAgainstICE #RapidResponseNetwork #KnowYourRights #CaliforniaImmigration #ImmigrantRights #CommunityProtection#ImmigrantJustice #SafeCommunities #DefendOurNeighbors #AbolishICE
MORE VIDEOS- COMING SOON!
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This toolkit was created with resources previously provided by the National Immigration Law Center (NILC), American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU), American Federation of Teachers (AFT), We Have Rights US, Witness Media Lab, Immigration Law Center (ILRC), & Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC).