As people of faith, we believe that a prison sentence should not be a death sentence. Yet, the spread of COVID-19 throughout Arizona’s prison systems threatens the lives of thousands of incarcerated individuals. New cases of COVID-19 have reached an all-time high in the month of August, and without adequate testing, social distancing, or access to proper health care this pandemic is anticipated to continue to threaten our State.  Arizona Faith Network.

The current rate of food insecurity, which is when you don’t have reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable food, is about 10% of Americans, or 22.3 million. In 2019, while not quite apples-to-apples, the rate was 3.7% of Americans. 

As the end of the federal government’s fiscal year approaches (Sept. 30), the Administration is considering how many refugees to welcome in 2021. Although refugee admissions have decreased each year of the current Administration, refugee admissions have not been totally eliminated due to strong advocacy, particularly from the faith community.

Both Republicans and Democrats want to come up with new stimulus legislation to boost a U.S. economy ailing from the coronavirus pandemic. But both sides are at odds over how much the price tag for that relief should be, leaving millions of Americans waiting for more financial aid.

Renters receive more relief, but there’s a looming problem for landlords, especially those who own just a few properties.

Beyond the pandemic emergency, there is a food crisis hidden in plain sight: Millions struggling for years to feed their families.

“It is more than food and addressing hunger. For Native people, food is a part of addressing mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Food is connected to ancestral teachings, language, and belief systems that are unique to each Native community.”

Hunger Action Month is a 30-day event each year, where people just like you, join together in the mission to end hunger. It’s typically held in September and is fast growing as a national event.

Valley Interfaith Project is recruiting Block Captains to engage voters in conversations about what is most important to them and their families in this election.

Most benefits are now paid electronically, but nearly a million monthly checks are still mailed out, and the post office’s delays and political controversy could clog paperwork.

Ballot by mail has been available in Arizona for over two decades and approximately 80% of Arizona voters already choose this method to vote. As such, the infrastructure and security are well in place.

More widely in use during the coronavirus pandemic, but an effective option at other times too, legislators still conduct virtual meetings with constituents, recognizing the need to connect with stakeholders’ perspectives independent of being in the same room for a handshake.

The future of thousands of young adults has been impacted by the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program made in June 2020. However, legislation is needed to ensure lasting protection for these undocumented young people who arrived in the U.S. as children.

“We as a country cannot operate in a one-size-fits-all paradigm, especially with something as crucial as our right to vote. We need to prepare ourselves for a 2020 election that enfranchises everyone’s vote. Mail in voting should be expanded … but it should not be the only option.”

With unprecedented access to ICE operations, as well as moving portraits of immigrants, this 6-part docuseries takes a deep look at U.S. immigration today. Now streaming on Netflix.

Roberto Primero Luis set out across the U.S.-Mexico border last year as previous Guatemalan migrants had. But the crossing has changed.

Poll workers are essential to our democracy. They play a crucial role in ensuring our elections run smoothly. Poll workers set up voting locations, guide voters through the voting process, and help guard the integrity of our elections. Arizona needs your help!