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Worried that it's more likely that you'll get caught up in an ICE raid or otherwise noticed and picked up, during the 2nd Trump presidency?  Here's top advice from pro-Immigrant advocacy / activist groups about your rights, how to limit your risk, and how to plan/prepare, just in case:

• Know Your Rights (from: ACLU) - "Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Learn more here about your rights as an immigrant, and how to express them."
• How to Prepare Yourself for an Immigration Raid (from: Informed Immigrant)
• Primer on ICE Ruses (from: Immigrant Defense Project) - "Learn more about what common ICE ruses are, why and how ICE uses ruses, and what you can do to protect yourself from them." (Official ICE policy permits ICE officers to outright lie during enforcement activities)

Dear FSU Community,

Recent executive orders and policy announcements from the federal government have understandably raised concerns and uncertainty among many of you. I want to take a moment to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all members of our campus community.

At Framingham State University, we believe in the dignity, rights, and potential of every individual. This commitment extends to protecting the rights of transgender students, ensuring equal access to education under Title IX, and supporting our students, faculty, and staff who are immigrants or part of immigrant families. Please know that we stand with you, and we are here to provide support and resources during these challenging times.

Available Campus Resources

If you are feeling worried, overwhelmed, or uncertain about how these changes may impact you or your loved ones, I encourage you to reach out to the following campus offices:

• Counseling Center: Our professional staff is available to students to provide confidential support and help you navigate your concerns. Call the Center at 508-626-4640 during regular hours. Outside of business hours you can call: CALL2TALK: 508-532-2255.

• Faculty & Staff have access to the following resources:

  • Mass4You (benefited employees)
  • Confidential Assistance: 844-263-1982
  • Wellness resources: www.liveandworkwell.com
    Browse as guest with company access code: mass4you
  • AllOneHealth (part-time and contracted employees)
  • Confidential Assistance: 800-451-1834
  • Wellness resources: www.mylifeexpert.com
    Sign-up with company access code: fsceap

• Center for Inclusive Excellence: A space dedicated to fostering equity and inclusion, where you can find support and advocacy.

   

• Dean of Students Office: Available to assist you with any challenges you may face and connect you with the appropriate resources.

   

• Information on Title IX and contact information for the University’s Title IX coordinators can be found here.