Portraits of Resilience by Jonathan Banks
Apr
28
to Jul 29
Advocacy

Portraits of Resilience by Jonathan Banks

  • The Phillips Collection-Phillips@THEARC (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Through the photographs taken by Jonathan Banks, an internationally known humanitarian photographer, survivors of torture tell their stories. The portraits bring humanity to the surface as a voice to end the practice of torture and support each other as they empower themselves.

Governments torture their citizens because of their beliefs, religion, teachings, protesting of war, or just for who they are. It can be years waiting for asylum and in the meantime, TASSC and our generous friends, help with healing, hope, and a sense of home.

Through this exhibition, TASSC wants to raise awareness about the practice of torture around the world, encourage people to fight against it, and help support more survivors of torture.

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Report Publication Roundtable: Torture in Uganda-The Tragic History, Impact and Current Reality under the Museveni Regime
Apr
21
10:00 AM10:00

Report Publication Roundtable: Torture in Uganda-The Tragic History, Impact and Current Reality under the Museveni Regime

This roundtable will discuss the content of a report produced by TASSC International, following interviews of 20 torture survivors in Uganda, as well as more than 300 reports of torture, by torture survivors, their family members, and citizen journalists in Uganda.

A statement based on this report has been presented at the 68th Session of the African Commission of Human and People’s Rights.

Register for the event: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__6Z8HTItRDC3VPchOb10aQ

Watch on Facebook Live: https://fb.me/e/7TRirskCq

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Panel Discussion: Human Rights Abuses in Uganda, in the wake of elections
Jan
9
10:00 AM10:00

Panel Discussion: Human Rights Abuses in Uganda, in the wake of elections

Uganda is experiencing significant human rights abuses by the army, police, and other government institutions. Those abuses include extrajudicial killings, illegal detentions, and torture, directed towards opposition leaders and members, activists, Human Rights Lawyers, and journalists.

Join us for the panel discussion.

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Dec
21
6:30 PM18:30

Life Skills Event on COVID-19 Programs and Benefits

COVID-19 programs and benefits are changing at the end of December. Please join us via Zoom to hear about major changes beginning in 2021 for:

o Unemployment benefits,

o Protection against evictions,

o Rental assistance, and

o COVID-related issues at work (reduced hours, paid leave, unsafe exposures).

TASSC volunteer attorneys will discuss and answer your questions about the new, major COVID benefits and programs.

For more information and to register, please contact Jenny Isely at Jennifer@tassc.org or 202-899-2743.

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Apr
2
12:30 PM12:30

Know Your Rights: Asylum and Benefits Changes due to Covid-19

This Thursday, at 12:30pm eastern time, tune in to the TASSC Facebook Live feed for an Asylum related information session!

The TASSC Legal team will address how agencies like the asylum office and immigration court are operating during the covid-19 pandemic. The team will also provide some information about what emergency resources are available for asylum seekers.

And of course, stay informed and access resources through our TASSC covid-19 webpage.

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Information and Registration Session
Mar
10
1:00 PM13:00

Information and Registration Session

Come learn more about services at TASSC, how to become a member and where to find additional services at local organizations in DC, Maryland and Virginia. 

After the info session you will be able to register for intake and membership at TASSC! Once you are signed up there is about a two to four week wait before a case manager contacts you to schedule a time for your intake appointment.

Remember, you can still be part of the TASSC community by participating in advocacy, life skills and other supportive groups, and many other activities and events without receiving case management, counseling, and legal support. You are always welcome at TASSC! 

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Know Your Rights: Mock Interview
Mar
10
10:00 AM10:00

Know Your Rights: Mock Interview

Know Your Rights: A Mock Asylum Interview

Tuesday, March 10th at 10am

This session will include:

  • A mock asylum interview

  • A presentation on how to prepare for your asylum interview and what to expect at the Asylum Office, and

  • An update on the Asylum Backlog and new appointment rules 

If you have any questions or would like to request interpreters, please contact Legal Services Program Manager Angela at angela@tassc.org

Transportation assistance provided.

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Book and Culture Club with the DC Public Library
Mar
6
12:00 PM12:00

Book and Culture Club with the DC Public Library

Join the DC Public Library at TASSC to engage in critical conversations about culture, professional development, immigration and more. This week we will be focusing on how to promote yourself in a succinct and professional manner when seeking employment in the US.

Contact Mireille Makambo at mireille@tassc.org with any questions. There will be snacks!

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Information and Registration Session
Mar
3
1:00 PM13:00

Information and Registration Session

Come learn more about services at TASSC, how to become a member and where to find additional services at local organizations in DC, Maryland and Virginia. 

After the info session you will be able to register for intake and membership at TASSC! Once you are signed up there is about a two to four week wait before a case manager contacts you to schedule a time for your intake appointment.

Remember, you can still be part of the TASSC community by participating in advocacy, life skills and other supportive groups, and many other activities and events without receiving case management, counseling, and legal support. You are always welcome at TASSC! 

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Information and Registration Session
Feb
25
1:00 PM13:00

Information and Registration Session

Come learn more about services at TASSC, how to become a member and where to find additional services at local organizations in DC, Maryland and Virginia. 

After the info session you will be able to register for intake and membership at TASSC! Once you are signed up there is about a two to four week wait before a case manager contacts you to schedule a time for your intake appointment.

Remember, you can still be part of the TASSC community by participating in advocacy, life skills and other supportive groups, and many other activities and events without receiving case management, counseling, and legal support. You are always welcome at TASSC! 

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Information and Registration Session
Feb
18
1:00 PM13:00

Information and Registration Session

Come learn more about services at TASSC, how to become a member and where to find additional services at local organizations in DC, Maryland and Virginia. 

After the info session you will be able to register for intake and membership at TASSC! Once you are signed up there is about a two to four week wait before a case manager contacts you to schedule a time for your intake appointment.

Remember, you can still be part of the TASSC community by participating in advocacy, life skills and other supportive groups, and many other activities and events without receiving case management, counseling, and legal support. You are always welcome at TASSC! 

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Information and Registration Session
Feb
11
1:00 PM13:00

Information and Registration Session

Come learn more about services at TASSC, how to become a member and where to find additional services at local organizations in DC, Maryland and Virginia. 

After the info session you will be able to register for intake and membership at TASSC! Once you are signed up there is about a two to four week wait before a case manager contacts you to schedule a time for your intake appointment.

Remember, you can still be part of the TASSC community by participating in advocacy, life skills and other supportive groups, and many other activities and events without receiving case management, counseling, and legal support. You are always welcome at TASSC! 

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TASSC 2020 Open House
Feb
8
1:00 PM13:00

TASSC 2020 Open House

You’re invited!

Join us at TASSC to celebrate last year and kick off this one. We’ll have live music, great food, and lots of wonderful updates on our goals for 2020. We can’t wait to see you there.

To RSVP or request special accommodations or interpretation, please fill out the below form or contact TASSC’s Executive Coordinator Colleen Daly at colleen@tassc.org by January 30, 2020.

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Life Skills Group: Renters Rights
Feb
5
12:00 PM12:00

Life Skills Group: Renters Rights

Are you interested in learning more about renting in DC?

On Wednesday, February 5 we will welcome a representative from the DC Office of the Tenant Advocate. This presentation will cover the Office of Tenant Advocate’s services, lease issues, security deposits, rent increases, housing code issues, and evictions. There will be an opportunity for questions! If you would like an interpreter please let us know in advance.

Contact Travis@tassc.org or Morgan@tassc.org with questions of for information.

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Information and Registration Session
Feb
4
1:00 PM13:00

Information and Registration Session

Come learn more about services at TASSC, how to become a member and where to find additional services at local organizations in DC, Maryland and Virginia. 

After the info session you will be able to register for intake and membership at TASSC! Once you are signed up there is about a two to four week wait before a case manager contacts you to schedule a time for your intake appointment.

Remember, you can still be part of the TASSC community by participating in advocacy, life skills and other supportive groups, and many other activities and events without receiving case management, counseling, and legal support. You are always welcome at TASSC! 

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Parenting From Afar
Jan
28
3:00 PM15:00

Parenting From Afar

This is a closed group session. If you are interested in participating in the next session, please contact Morgan at morgan@tassc.org or Semhar at semhar@tassc.org.

If your children live outside the US, you know parenting from agar can be challenging. Join us for an ongoing group where we’ll discuss how fathers can help learn from one another about the best ways to aid in raising children who don’t live with them. TASSC staff will contribute resources for the discussion and refreshments will be provided.

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Information and Registration Session
Jan
28
1:00 PM13:00

Information and Registration Session

Come learn more about services at TASSC, how to become a member and where to find additional services at local organizations in DC, Maryland and Virginia. 

After the info session you will be able to register for intake and membership at TASSC! Once you are signed up there is about a two to four week wait before a case manager contacts you to schedule a time for your intake appointment.

Remember, you can still be part of the TASSC community by participating in advocacy, life skills and other supportive groups, and many other activities and events without receiving case management, counseling, and legal support. You are always welcome at TASSC! 

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Your Rights on the Job: Know Your Rights with TASSC Legal
Jan
28
10:00 AM10:00

Your Rights on the Job: Know Your Rights with TASSC Legal

Join TASSC Legal Team to learn about your rights as an employee!

  • What to do if you are not paid

  • Sick leave and workers compensation if you are injured or ill

  • How to manage discrimination or sexual harassment

  • If your workplace is unsafe

  • And what to do if any of your rights have been violated!

For more information, contact JoAnn Goedert at joann@tassc.org

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