Know Your Rights: What to Do During an ICE Encounter

Immigrant communities across the country are facing increased fear and uncertainty around immigration enforcement. This Know Your Rights training, led by Citizen Academy, is designed to provide clear, accurate, and culturally responsive information about what to do — and what not to do — during an encounter with ICE.

The training breaks down complex legal concepts into plain language, helping participants understand their constitutional rights, how to respond safely during enforcement actions, and how to protect themselves and their families. Sessions are grounded in real-world scenarios and focus on practical steps people can take in moments of stress or confusion.

This training is suitable for community members, families, faith leaders, organizers, service providers, and advocates who want reliable information they can trust and share.

What You’ll Learn

• What your rights are during an ICE encounter at home, work, or in public
• When you are required to open the door — and when you are not
• What to say (and what not to say) if approached by ICE
• How to prepare a family or household safety plan
• How to support others during an enforcement situation

Who Should Attend

• Immigrant community members and families
• Community leaders and organizers
• Faith leaders and volunteers
• Service providers working with immigrant communities

Our Approach

Citizen Academy delivers trainings that are culturally and linguistically responsive, grounded in lived experience, and focused on empowerment rather than fear. We prioritize clarity, dignity, and community trust in every session.

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