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With regards to the recent illegal detainments of tribal citizens by ICE, we want to put reminders out to the communities who engage with us:

- Carry your tribal ID. While it is true that tribal citizens have been detained and harassed in spite of showing their tribal IDs, it is a good first measure.

- Make sure your tribal ID is not expired and has an updated photo. Reach out to your tribe as they may be offering extra assistance for tribal IDs in this time.

- Have a plan ready for all your family and community members, have a list of resources available to contact ahead of time. This may include:
* The Native American Rights Fund - 303-447-8760
* Your tribal office's phone number

- Let someone know where you're going before you leave to go there. Let someone know when you expect to be home.
Memorize the phone numbers of your family members.

- Engage with your community's local ICE watch group if there is one available in your area. They may publicize valuable information that can help keep your family safe.

We encourage you to memorize this statement as well, so that you know your rights
"I am a citizen of the (YOUR TRIBE) Nation, a tribal nation federally recognized by the United States. Under the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924, all Native American people born within the territorial limits of the United States are U.S. citizens by birthright. Because I am both a tribal citizen and a US citizen, ICE has no lawful authority to detain me."