January 30, 2026

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Yamhill County CASA stands with immigrant families, our neighbors, and our Latino community. You belong here, and you are an essential part of the fabric of Yamhill County.

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Our mission is to improve outcomes for children who have experienced abuse and neglect by advocating for their best interests in the courtroom, the classroom, and the community. That mission requires us to speak out when policies and practices place children and families at risk.

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Our vision is that every child in Yamhill County has a powerful voice and a hopeful future. We know that strong, safe connections to family and community are critical to achieving that vision. Actions that separate families or create widespread fear undermine those connections and harm the children we serve. As officers of the court and advocates for children, we use our voice responsibly and with care.

 

Right now, fear is being used as a weapon against our communities. Current Immigration and Customs Enforcement tactics, both nationally and locally, are infringing on the constitutional rights of citizens and noncitizens alike. They are violent. They are menacing. They are traumatizing to all who witness them- especially children. And they are escalating.

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We call on Oregon legislators, Yamhill County officials, and city leadership to stand up for the vulnerable and take clear action to protect families and keep our community safe.

Safety means protecting constitutional rights.

Safety means dignity.

Safety means keeping families together.

Safety means ensuring that everyone, regardless of immigration status or skin color, can live, work, and seek help without fear.

 

Yamhill County CASA will continue to stand in solidarity with immigrant families, our neighbors, and our Latino community, and to advocate for policies that uphold dignity, safety, and the best interests of every child. Our future is stronger when we protect one another.