During CASA’s 40th anniversary celebration, outgoing Exec. Director Gustavo Torres reminded us that CASA is “in good hands” with the next generation of advocates. He urged our community to continue pushing through the challenges facing immigrant families.

With Swamp Rose, @gonatureforward.bsky.social, CASA-affiliated Workers Co-op Without Borders LLC, volunteers, and youth, we created two gardens in Langley Park! Our community came together to grow green spaces and resilience. Thanks Chesapeake Bay Trust. Story by @wtopnews.bsky.social

🗓️ THIS Wednesday at 7pm on Zoom! 🗓️ Join us for a Housing Justice Priorities Strategy Session to discuss our state legislative priorities, what it will take to win for renters in 2026, + what YOU can do to ensure every MDer has safe, stable, affordable 🏠! Join us and bring a friend: bit.ly/rumnov

Ready to learn residential construction from the ground up? Our 5-week Basic Framing class starts THIS WEEK on November 6, 2025. Learn practical skills and industry standards for wood construction. Visit our Rockville office or call (240) 491-5775 today to register.

CASA is proud to announce award-winning journalist and documentarian Soledad O’Brien, U.S. @vanhollen.senate.gov, and Maryland @govwesmoore.bsky.social as headliners for CASA’s 40th Anniversary Gala! Don’t miss CASA’s silent auction at wearecasa.org/40years.

The death of Josué Castro-Rivera, a young man from Honduras who was killed in Virginia, is an absolute tragedy. ICE needs to be held accountable. CASA stands with the family.

Join the movement for immigrant and working-class justice! CASA is hiring a temporary Communications Director to drive our national communications program nationwide. 📅 Contract: February to May 2026 🔗 Apply today: wearecasa.org/careers

The Shocking Facts ➡️Cockroaches. ➡️Broken A/C ➡️Plumbing disasters. ➡️Utility bills over $400/month. ➡️Security deposits illegally held. All while rents rise. Sabra Property Management is failing its tenants. Stand with renters. Sign the petition. https://wearecasa.org/georgia/shameonsabra/

Kickstart your construction career with our 5-week Basic Framing for Residential Construction class starting November 6, 2025. Combine hands-on experience with essential construction knowledge. Visit our Rockville office or call ( 240) 491-5775 today to register.

We’re hiring! CASA is looking for a temp. Communications Director to help lead our national communications work during this important time. Contract runs from February to May 2026. If you’re passionate about immigrant & working-class justice, we’d love to hear from you. Visit: wearecasa.org/careers

¿Estás en búsqueda de trabajo? ¿Quieres conocer más sobre nuestro Programa de Empleo? Únase a nosotros en uno de nuestros centros de bienvenida. https://wearecasa.org/get-hired/

For 40 years, CASA has stood with our community, turning struggle into power and hope into progress. We celebrate this milestone on Nov. 6, 2025, from 6 to 8 PM at the Baltimore Welcome Center. CASA will also honor Gustavo Torres and his legacy at CASA’s 40th anniversary celebration.

UPDATE ALERT: As of July 22, 2025, there are new fees for asylum applications, including $100 for the initial application and $100 per year thereafter. CASA's publication provides more information about how to pay. 🧵(1)

Montgomery County Council proudly honored Gustavo Torres, Executive Director of CASA and longtime advocate for immigrant rights during its 12th Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Commemoration for his legacy, resilience, & lasting contributions that continue to shape a brighter future for our community.

CASA’s story is our community’s story. From a basement start to 40 years of building power, we celebrate this milestone on November 6, 2025, from 6 to 8 PM at the Baltimore Welcome Center. Join us for the 40th Anniversary Gala: From Basement to Powerhouse. Tickets at wearecasa.org/40years

Join a free webinar to learn your rights when interacting with federal officers. This week's webinar is: 📅 Thursday, Oct 2 🕐 12:00 PM 💻 On Zoom Register for the next webinar with this link or by scanning the QR code: bit.ly/kyroct2

Thank you for sharing our lawsuit, Kyle. ICE took one CASA member on his way to a life-saving dialysis appointment, one mile from the hospital. They ignored his U.S. driver’s license and left him without critical treatment that day, putting his health in immediate danger.

So inspired by these state advocates! Across the country, communities are stronger because of their leadership! Thank you Children @ Risk, @natwicassoc.bsky.social , Statewide Organizing for Community eMpowerment (SOCM), @tnimmigrant.bsky.social, @casaforall.bsky.social

BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump administration on behalf of four D.C. residents for its practice of illegal arrests of immigrants in the District. Since August, federal agents in D.C. have arrested hundreds of immigrants with no warrants and no legal justification. 1/ 🧵

Visita wearecasa.org/Workplace-Know-Your-Rights para aprender cómo protegerte, tu lugar de trabajo y tu comunidad. Juntos, resistiremos y no retrocederemos.

Join us on November 6, 2025, from 6–8 PM at CASA’s Baltimore Welcome Center for our 40th Anniversary Gala: From Basement to Powerhouse. Get your ticket today at wearecasa.org/40years.

Thanks to @peoplesbooktakoma.com for donating over $7,000 from sales of @davemccormick.bsky.social book to support CASA. Your generosity helps us keep advocating for immigrant families and building a stronger community.

Ahora más que nunca, conocer nuestros derechos es cómo nos defendemos a nosotros mismos, a nuestras familias y a nuestras comunidades. CASA insta tanto a las empresas como a los trabajadores a prepararse y tomar medidas.

Aujourd'hui plus que jamais, connaître nos droits est le moyen de nous défendre, de défendre nos familles et nos communautés. CASA exhorte les entreprises et les travailleurs à se préparer et à agir.

Now more than ever, knowing our rights is how we defend ourselves, our families, and our communities. CASA urges businesses and workers alike to prepare and take action. Visit wearecasa.org/Workplace-Know-Your-Rights to learn how to protect yourself, your workplace, and your community.

“Nowhere in this nation is it acceptable to arrest now and ask questions later based on the color of your skin. Our city and economy cannot function or prosper without these invaluable workers.” @32bjseiu.bsky.social Exec. Vice President & @seiu.org Latino Caucus Chair, Jaime Contreras. #WeAreAllDC

“The safest communities have love compassion and respect at the center. We will make a new society that is made in the image of the marginalized and the working class. It is time to wake them up!” Afeni, impacted activist #WeAreAllDC

A CASA member and DC resident was on his way to a dialysis appointment - a treatment he could die without - when he was taken by ICE. This is the reality for so many families in DC and across the country. Families are living in fear of being kidnapped and separated. #WeAreAllDC

By militarizing DC and threatening others, Trump is targeting Black-led cities, harassing immigrants, and ignoring an economy that is failing working people. We march to say: not on our watch. #weareDC

“This administration has gone too far and been violent to too many of us. Today we rise in solidarity to bring Trump’s agenda of detention and destruction to a grinding halt.” Keya Chatterjee of @freedcproject.bsky.social #WeAreAllDC

“I’ve been witness to federal agents pull people out of Ubers, Lyfts, and so heavily armed they could tear through houses. They are treating us like animals.” Makai, Youth Advocate #WeAreAllDC

“With one voice: FREE DC! We stand united to say that this immoral occupation is a violation of the fundamental principles of justice and compassion.” Reverend Keith Byrd, Union of Concerned Clergy of DC #WeAreAllDC

“We have to have respect for those who stood before us. Not just the originators of our FREE DC movement but also our ancestors who built this city.” Reverend Mark Thompson #WeAreAllDC

“Remember they keep trying to bury us but we are the seeds of our ancestors. The roots of DC, we’ve built this city brick by brick, block by block, with blood sweat and tears.” Nee Nee Taylor, Executive Director, @harrietsdreams.bsky.social and Co-Founder, @freedcproject.bsky.social

“We must be brave, we must be true, we speak with one voice, one heart, and one spirit. You are all welcome here, ICE you are NOT welcome here.” Gabrielle Tayac of the Piscataway Tribe. #WeAreAllDC

You can feel the energy in every step. DC is NOT staying silent. We’re building something stronger than fear. #FreeDC

We’ve arrived at Freedom Plaza, and we’re taking back our city. No more federal troops. No more ICE. DC must control its police and protect our communities. #WeAreAllDC

Black & brown residents, immigrants, youth, and unhoused neighbors are being targeted every day. But DC communities are powerful, and we refuse to be threatened. We demand an end to the chaos. #WeAreAllDC

We are on the streets of DC to show that this city belongs to the people. 80% of DC residents don't want this occupation. The Trump administration treats us like enemies in our own homes + streets. Today, we march to say: This is our city. We live here. We raise our families here. #WeAreAllDC

📣 Crowd is gathered at Malcolm X Park, ready to march and demand: - Immediate withdrawal of federal troops + ICE from the District - DC control of our own police department - The permanent right to protect our communities We the people keep us safe. #WeAreAllDC

📣 DC is our home, not a military zone. On Sept 6, march with We Are All DC to demand an end to Trump’s DC takeover. Because we the people keep us safe.  📍 Malcolm X Park 16th St NW &, W St NW Washington, DC 20009  🕰 11 AM #WeAreAllDC Learn more at weareallDC.com

We march TOMORROW! This is our city and we’re making our demands clear: federal troops and ICE out, local control of our police, and the right to protect our communities. #WeAreAllDC

Today, during his mandatory check-in, ICE unjustly detained our beloved member Kilmar Abrego (AGAIN). This is the latest action to persecute Kilmar for refusing to give up his constitutional rights and for rejecting a coerced plea deal.

DC is under attack. Our communities are being targeted & surveilled in our own streets. But we refuse to be enemies in our own home. On Sept 6, join our rally and march to take our city back. 📍 Malcolm X Park 🕰 11 AM ➡️ weareallDC.com #DC #WeAreAllDC @32bjseiu.bsky.social

ICE & militarized police are increasing their presence in #WashingtonDC ⚠️ Take care during this red alert in DC 📞 Report immediately at 202-335-1183. ✊🏽 Know your rights: wearecasa.org/know-your-rights

BREAKING: A judge ordered Kilmar Abrego Garcia released from criminal custody in Tennessee — though the victory may be short-lived.

Reuters: U.S. JUDGE ORDERS KILMAR ABREGO BE RELEASED ON BAIL IN SMUGGLING CASE, SETTING STAGE FOR LIKELY IMMIGRATION DETENTION-COURT RULING

This just in: Federal Judges in Maryland & Tennessee rule in favor of Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s release. The courts reject the government efforts to detain CASA member Kilmar, bar ICE custody and affirm right to supervised release after his unlawful deportation. Read for more ➡️

Thank you, @mcclellan.house.gov, for standing up for the rights of all Virginians. ICE’s actions threaten due process and discourage immigrant communities from seeking justice. Courthouses should be safe for everyone to exercise their legal rights without fear.

Get ready for back to school! Join CASA for a Back-to-School Supply Giveaway on July 26 from 12 PM to 3 PM! We’re giving out FREE school supplies to help students start the year strong.