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Our Community, Our Power: Events That Make a Difference
At Indivisible SYV, we believe democracy thrives when communities come together to take action. We're neighbors, friends, and advocates united by our shared commitment to protecting and strengthening our democracy.
Making Democracy Work Through Community Action
Our events turn concern into action and isolation into connection. Whether you're a seasoned activist or just finding your voice, there's a place for you at Indivisible SYV:
Voter Outreach & Education - From postcarding parties to voter registration drives, we work year-round to ensure every eligible voter has the information and motivation they need.
Rallies & Public Demonstrations - We organize peaceful gatherings while addressing today's most pressing issues.
Why Our Community Matters Now
National politics can feel overwhelming, but here in the Santa Ynez Valley, we have the power to create real change through sustained community engagement. Every postcard written, every sign made, every voice raised at our events ripples outward, contributing to a larger movement for justice and democracy.
resources for staying informed
Town Hall with Representative Salud Carbajal
Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Allan Hancock College - Boyd Hall, Santa Maria
Representative Salud Carbajal is returning to the Central Coast and hosting a town hall right here in Santa Maria! This is an important opportunity for our community to engage directly with our representative in Congress. GET TICKETS HERE
In case you missed this article in the New York Times, In Game-Changing Climate Rollback, E.P.A. Aims to Kill a Bedrock Scientific Finding, it is a must-read to stay informed on just how important it is to be informed and fight hard for our planet and the people on it. We are having to fight Trump’s agenda from all directions. We want our community to have a stocked toolkit, so you don’t hesitate to share the truth in your conversations with friends and family.
Politics Podcast · Updated Daily · Heather Cox Richardson's narrated newsletter about the history behind today's politics. heathercoxrichardson.substack.com
Grounded Podcast Substack | Substack
If you’re feeling confused or overwhelmed by the news coming out of Washington, D.C. right now, know this: you are not alone. Each week, former U.S. Senator Jon Tester of Montana and veteran journalist Maritsa Georgiou are here to talk you through it. Click to read Grounded Podcast Substack, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.
Check Out New Faces of Democracy : Ordinary people doing extraordinary things to stand up for our democracy.
resources for TAking action
Trump and Congressional Republicans are trying to suppress the vote. Take action NOW to stop them.
Are you looking for ways to do more to help the climate? Check out this article titled, Chop Wood, Save the Earth, with 16 simple suggestions for actions you can start taking today!
HELP CONSTRAIN ICE: Safeguarding Civil Liberties 2.0: How Blue States Can Fight Back Against Trump’s Immigration Crackdown and Secret Policing
OUR ENVIRONMENT NEEDS YOU: The Los Padres ForestWatch offers countless ways to get involved in hands-on conservation work. Volunteer, donate, or learn how you can help safeguard the wilderness right in our backyard.
RISE UP! NO KINGS One Million Rising: Strategic Non-Cooperation to Fight Authoritarianism
TAKE POLITICAL ACTION:
CONTACT REP. CARBAJAL - Support his opposition to mass deportation efforts
Phone: (805) 730-1710
DEMAND LOCAL PROTECTION - Push Santa Barbara County supervisors to limit ICE cooperation
Contact State Senator Monique Limón: (805) 965-0862
Contact Assemblymember Gregg Hart: (805) 564-1649
SUPPORT REGIONAL NETWORKS
805 Immigrant Rapid Response Network - Volunteer as hotline operator, legal observer, or accompaniment provider
DONATE TO: 805 Undocu Emergency Assistance Fund and Santa Barbara Immigrant Legal Defense Center - Donate to support advocacy across our tri-county region
Don't Forget Your Federal Senators:
Senator Adam Schiff: (202) 224-3841
Senator Alex Padilla: (202) 224-3553
Calling Tips: Always provide your ZIP code. One issue per call. Call daily if possible - Republicans outpace Democrats 4-to-1 in calls. Every voice matters.