Comprehensive Resource Guide for ONA Members Concerned About ICE Raids at Hospitals 

The Oregon Nurses Association (ONA) is committed to ensuring that all nurses and healthcare workers have access to information and resources regarding immigration enforcement actions in healthcare settings. Below is a comprehensive list of Oregon-specific, labor union-specific, and healthcare-specific resources for individuals, employers, and families concerned about potential ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) activity at hospitals in Oregon. 

What to Do If ICE Agents Come to Your Workplace 

• The Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) has created a comprehensive guide on how healthcare workers can respond if ICE agents come to their workplace. This includes legal rights, employer responsibilities, and best practices for handling these situations. 
  • Access the guide here: WSNA ICE Workplace Guide 

Oregon-Specific Resources 

• Oregon Department of Justice: Sanctuary Promise Toolkit
  • This toolkit provides essential information on Oregon's sanctuary laws, guidance on reporting violations, and resources to ensure community safety.
  • Access the toolkit: Sanctuary Promise Community Toolkit
• Portland Resources for Immigrants and Refugees
  • A regularly updated compilation of resources available to immigrants and refugees in the Portland area, covering various services and support systems.
  • Explore the resources: Portland.gov Immigrant and Refugee Resources 

Labor Union Resources 

• AFL-CIO: Immigration Resources
  • A collection of materials designed to help union members understand their rights and prepare for potential workplace or community raids.
  • View the resources: AFL-CIO Immigration Resources
• AFT: Various Handout Resources
  • Protecting Our Patients: Raid & Know Your Rights Resource for Families
  • One-Page Know Your Rights Flyer
  • National Immigration Law Center: Know Your Rights (goes into detail on the legal aspects)
    
• National Immigration Law Center (NILC): Employer Guidance
  • A guide detailing steps employers can take if immigration officials arrive at the workplace, ensuring both compliance and the protection of workers' rights.
  • Access the guide: What to Do if Immigration Comes to Your Workplace 

Healthcare-Specific Resources 

• NILC: Healthcare Providers and Immigration Enforcement
  • Guidance for healthcare facilities on how to prepare for and respond to immigration enforcement actions, ensuring patient rights and safety are upheld.
  • Read the guidance: Healthcare Providers and Immigration Enforcement 

ACLU of Oregon Resources for Individuals and Families 

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Oregon provides essential information on how individuals and families can prepare for and respond to ICE interactions. 

• For Employers: What to do if ICE comes to the workplace
• For Individuals: Cards to print and carry (in 18 languages)
• For Individuals: Various scenarios to prepare for (info for home, public, job)
• For Families: What families should do now to prepare (in 8 languages)
• Know Your Legal Rights to be prepared for an interaction with ICE. Resources are available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.
• Know Your Rights videos. Now This shared this English-language video that might be helpful for community members Now This also has a helpful observer video.
• PIRC hotline: If community members observe ICE in their community, please immediately report it to the PIRC Hotline at 1-888-622-1510.
• Make a plan with your family. Your family members need to know what steps to take if someone is detained, including where to find important documents and how your family should prepare.  

Community Support and Advocacy 

• Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste (PCUN)
  • Oregon's largest Latino union, PCUN offers support and advocacy for farmworkers and immigrants, providing resources and organizing assistance.
  • Learn more: PCUN Overview
• United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW): Protecting Constitutional Rights During Workplace Raids
  • Information on workers' rights during workplace raids, emphasizing the importance of remaining calm, understanding legal protections, and documenting interactions.
  • Learn more: Protecting Your Constitutional Rights During a Workplace Raid
• Legal Aid at Work: Workplace Raids and Workers' Rights
  • A fact sheet offering information on workplace raids, including rights during a raid and preparation tips.
  • Access the fact sheet: Workplace Raids: Workers' Rights 

ONA encourages its members to utilize these resources to stay informed and prepared. If you or someone you know is affected by ICE actions in a healthcare setting, seek legal guidance and support from trusted organizations. 

For more information or to report concerns, contact ONA Member Services or visit ACLU of Oregon’s immigration resources. 

All resources are credited to their respective organizations. ONA shares this information to support its members and advocates for the rights and safety of all healthcare workers and patients.