Clark County Commissioner William McCurdy II is setting up a forum designed to demystify and disseminate vital information for immigrants living in and around Las Vegas. The 'Know Your Rights: Immigration Town Hall and Resource Fair' aims to directly answer questions and offer hands-on assistance, as detailed in a recent announcement on Clark County's official website. The event is scheduled for April 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will be hosted at the Pearson Community Center located at 1625 W Carey Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89032.
With the promise to connect attendees with a suite of helpful organizations—including the ACLU Nevada, the Consulate of Mexico in Las Vegas, and the UNLV Immigration Clinic—this event is to intentionally cater to the needs of the immigrant community. The resource fair portion will take place before and after the main town hall discussion, respectively from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. and again from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Meanwhile, the town hall itself will occur from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., providing an hour of in-depth conversation about immigration rights and resources.
Commissioner McCurdy underscored the importance of this initiative, stating, "Providing our immigrant communities with clear, accurate, and timely information about their rights is not just important, it’s essential." This statement obtained by ClarkCountyNV.gov resonates as a commitment to empower the immigrant population with knowledge and support. Moreover, the commissioner emphasizes the platform's role as a bridge between residents and the experts can to effectively help them navigate the complexities of immigration.
The town hall is set to be accessible to a wider audience, being open to the public and streamed online via Facebook Live through Clark County’s English and Spanish social media channels. To ensure that language barriers do not prevent the dissemination of information, Spanish interpreters will be available during the event to assist attendees. This multifaceted approach demonstrates a thorough understanding of the community's diverse linguistic needs.
For those interested in attending or viewing the town hall, additional information can be found on the Clark County website. The announcement highlights the ongoing effort by local officials to support the rights and well-being of the immigrant community through proactive education and resource sharing.
