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Naturalization Information

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Title: Naturalization Information
Location: Filipino Advocates for Justice Office (31080 Union City Blvd. Suite 104 Union City, Ca 94587)
Description: Over the past few years, immigration laws have gotten tighter and there has been an increased emphasis on immigration enforcement. Under these conditions, it’s important for legal permanent residents (LPR’s or Green Card Holders) to apply for citizenship. Also, immigration filing fees are getting higher, so file now before the fees become even more unaffordable.

Filipino Advocates for Justice is one of six agencies in the East Bay certified by the Board of Immigration Appeals to practice immigration law

Filipino Advocates will be hosting informational workshops on Naturalization and Family Petitioning.

Naturalization Workshops: Learn about the requirements for applying for US citizenship and the benefits of citizenship.

Start Time: 1:00 pm
Date: 2011-09-17
End Time: 2:00 pm

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Family Petitioning Workshops

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Title: Family Petitioning Workshops
Location: Paddy’s Coffee House (3900 Smith Street Union City, Ca)
Description: Over the past few years, immigration laws have gotten tighter and there has been an increased emphasis on immigration enforcement. Under these conditions, it’s important for legal permanent residents (LPR’s or Green Card Holders) to apply for citizenship. Also, immigration filing fees are getting higher, so file now before the fees become even more unaffordable.

Filipino Advocates for Justice is one of six agencies in the East Bay certified by the Board of Immigration Appeals to practice immigration law

Filipino Advocates will be hosting informational workshops on Naturalization and Family Petitioning.

Family Immigration Workshops: Learn about the steps and requirements for petitioning family members.

Start Time: 1:00 pm
Date: 2011-09-10
End Time: 2:00 pm

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Naturalization and Family Immigration Information

Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

Title: Naturalization and Family Immigration Information
Location: Internation Bible Baptist Church (15963 Marcella Street San Leandro, Ca 94578)
Description: Over the past few years, immigration laws have gotten tighter and there has been an increased emphasis on immigration enforcement. Under these conditions, it’s important for legal permanent residents (LPR’s or Green Card Holders) to apply for citizenship. Also, immigration filing fees are getting higher, so file now before the fees become even more unaffordable.

Filipino Advocates for Justice is one of six agencies in the East Bay certified by the Board of Immigration Appeals to practice immigration law

Filipino Advocates will be hosting informational workshops on Naturalization and Family Petitioning.

Naturalization Workshops: Learn about the requirements for applying for US citizenship and the benefits of citizenship.

Family Immigration Workshops: Learn about the steps and requirements for petitioning family members.

Start Time: 01:00 pm
Date: 2011-09-03
End Time: 03:00 pm

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APALA adopts resolution in support of Domestic Workers & AB 889

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

The Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance (APALA) adopts resolution in support of Domestic Workers & AB 889!

RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF DOMESTIC WORKERS & AB 889 THE DOMESTIC WORKER BILL OF RIGHTS

WHEREAS, California’s domestic workers—comprised of housekeepers, nannies, and caregivers for children, persons with disabilities, and the elderly—work in private households to care for the health, safety and well-being of the most important aspects of Californians’ lives, their families and homes; and

WHEREAS, Domestic workers play a critical role in California’s economy, working to ensure the health and prosperity of California families and freeing others to participate in the workforce, which is increasingly necessary in these difficult economic times; and

WHEREAS, Domestic workers across the state of California have joined together to form the California Domestic Workers’ Coalition to achieve social and economic justice and secure much-needed protections for domestic workers under California’s labor laws; and

WHEREAS, The National Domestic Workers Alliance is organizing domestic workers across the United States to end the exclusion of domestic workers from federal labor protections, and the International Domestic Workers Network, made up of domestic worker organizations across the world, has formed to fight exploitation and abuse by creating and advancing international standards in the industry; and (more…)

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California Senate Committee Approves Labor Rights for 200,000 Domestic Workers

Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Committee approves sensible clear guidelines benefiting domestic workers and employers

SACRAMENTO ­ Today the California Senate Labor and Industrial Relations Committee voted 5-2 in favor of AB 889. The bill ­ also known as the Domestic Worker Bill of Rights, extends basic, humane labor protections to thousands of nannies, caregivers, and house cleaners and improves the quality of care for California’s families.

Sponsored by Assemblymember Tom Ammiano (D-San Francisco), the bill now heads to the Senate Appropriations Committee for approval.

Co-sponsored by Assemblymembers Allen (D- Sonoma), Cedillo (D- LA), Ma (D- San Francisco), Fuentes (D-San Fernando), Ma (D-San Francisco), Monning (D- Santa Cruz) and Senator De Léon. The bill seeks to remove the exclusion of domestic workers from basic wage and hour protections which the vast majority of California workers already enjoy. The current exemptions for domestic workers are confusing and leave well-meaning employers vulnerable to liability. AB 889 sets industry-wide standards that will help keep the industry above-ground. (more…)

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Support the California Domestic Workers Bill of Rights in the Senate

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011

The International Labor Organization signed the historic convention a week ago, setting global standards for Domestic Workers!   This means that after thousands of years of being considered “servants” or just “another member of the family,” domestic workers are now considered WORKERS, who merit rights and obligations like any worker.  Now our task is ensuring that our state and federal laws reflect the standards that have been endorsed by the global community.

Please take a few minutes today to support domestic workers: Click Here

The California Domestic Worker Bill of Rights (AB 889)  is the next step in making Decent Work for Domestic Workers a reality.  The AB 889 will put Domestic Workers on equal footing with other worker guaranteeing them basic provision such as:

  • Meal and Rest Breaks
  • Overtime Pay
  • Workers Compensation
  • Uninterrupted Sleep for live-in workers

On Wednesday July 6, our bill will be heard in the Senate Labor Committee.  Please contact Labor Committee Chair, Ted Leiu and the other Senate Labor Committee members and let them know that their support of AB 889 is critical in ensuring that these workers have the same basic protections as all workers and that California should be in stride with global worker standards!

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April 30th – eco2: ecofashion meets ecojustice

Thursday, April 7th, 2011

Please join Filipino Advocates for Justice for our 38th Anniversary!

eco²: ecofashion meets ecojustice

Saturday, April 30, 2011
6 to 10pm
Oakland Asian Cultural Center, 388 9th Street, Suite 290, Oakland, CA 94607
A fashion show celebrating local eco friendly designers and honoring the contributions of the Asian Pacific Environmental Network (APEN) for their role in building the environmental justice movement.

In the spirit of our event, please dress in your best vintage, pre-owned, or sustainable clothing. Come enjoy an evening of fresh fashion with a variety of tasty eats by Mercury Lounge, Cafe Gabriela, and No Worries. Our Mistress of Ceremonies is Christine Cordero, FACES Advisory Board member.

Designers, Julia Rhee; Jenny Ton; Melissa Uy; Rozel Cruz; and Robin David, are representative of today’s environmentally conscious designers with an innovative vision. Roseli Ilano will be directing the fashion show as well as contributing a youth design.

Our fashion show models are community activists and leaders: Dawn Mabalon, Professor at San Francisco State University; Chris Punongbayan, Deputy Director of the Asian Law Caucus; Belle Santos, Development Manager for Planned Parenthood Shasta Pacific; Aimee Suzara, writer/performer; Toussaint Haki Stewart, teacher, and creator of Besto Pesto; and elementary school student, Mahalaya Tintiangco-Cubales.

General admission is $60.

Purchase tickets at Brown Paper Tickets or by clicking here.

Sponsorships and advertisement space available! Please contact Judith at (510) 465-9876 or jolais@filipinos4justice.org.

Click here to download PDF details and instructions for sponsorships and ads.

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APALA Worker Rights Hearing

Wednesday, March 9th, 2011

Filipino caregiver, Patricia Aceberos will provide testimony at the APALA Hearing on the conditions of homecare workers.

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Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Campaign Launch

Friday, March 4th, 2011

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P4 Charity Golf Tournament April 23rd

Tuesday, February 8th, 2011

Join P4′s 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, April 23rd at the Chuck Corica Golf Course in Alameda!

Proceeds from P4’s Charity Golf Tournament this year will benefit Filipino Advocates for Justice.

P4, Partnership for Pre-Professional Pilipinos is a student organization at UC Berkeley that acts as a support group for students interested in pursuing professional careers. They are a catalyst that ensures the advancement of Filipinos and students into law and business while encouraging career paths in the private, public, and non-profit sectors while working towards and advancing social justice. Learn more about P4 by clicking here.

To play in the tournament, donate prizes or sponsor the event, please contact Jesi Marquez or Dana Cruz at p4external.community [at] gmail.com. ATTN: Golf Tournament

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