Rapid Response

In response to the recent rise in ICE arrests on Long Island, OLA is activating a peaceful, in-person rapid response plan to stand with our immigrant community.

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Through Operation Stand and Protect, trained local volunteers will be prepared to witness, document, and accompany individuals and families during moments of crisis — always with care, calm, and courage.

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This is not a virtual or remote support program. It is grounded in direct presence and community care.

Below are some examples of what this support may include:

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• Driving community members to medical or legal appointments

• Providing court or medical accompaniment

• Serving as a court observer to ensure transparency

• Delivering food to families in need

• Supporting transportation or accompaniment to school district meetings

• Assisting with OLA’s community-based programming

• Attending and speaking at Town or Village Board meetings to support policies that protect families

• Offering housing to individuals or families facing a housing crisis

• Temporarily accepting parental custody designation in urgent situations

• Responding in person to document ICE activity or other community crises
   

Our goal is simple: to protect our community with presence and peace.

When we show up together, we send a clear message — our community is not alone.

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If you are interested in becoming a volunteer or would like to learn more, please contact us. Your presence matters.