Campus and community allies play a vital role in supporting the success of undocumented and AB540 students. These resources are designed to help allies stay informed, build awareness, and effectively provide support.
Resources for Allies
What is AB540?
AB540 is a California law that helps students who meet certain criteria pay-in state tuition rates at public colleges and universities. It provides a non-resident tuition exemption, making college more affordable for eligible students
- Learn more about AB540 eligibility criteria
- Ventura College AB540 information
UndocuAlly Training
The Dreamers Resource Center (DRC)’s UndocuAlly Training is designed for staff, faculty, and student leaders. This training delves into the experiences of undocumented and mixed-status students and provides practical tools to support them. The goal is to equip allies with the knowledge and resources needed to foster a campus environment that empowers and uplifts undocumented students, promoting their success and sense of belonging.
Upcoming training dates coming soon..
Volunteering Opportunities
- Swap Meet Justice
- Organization that is committed to serving the underserved and creating a community where justice and equality are accessible to all
- 805UndocuFund
- Can help in community outreach, translating documents, communications, disaster responses and more!
- Interest Form with 805UndocuFund
- 805 Immigrant Rapid Response Network
- Join the 805 Immigrant Rapid Response Network and support undocumented individuals and families in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo Counties. We are seeking dedicated volunteers for the following roles:
- Legal Observer: Monitor and document ICE activity to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Dispatcher: Answer hotline calls, document reports, and coordinate responses with the appropriate teams. Bilingual Spanish and English highly recommended.
- Accompaniment: Provide emotional and logistical support to individuals facing immigration-related challenges, such as attending court hearings or legal appointments.
- No prior experience is needed—comprehensive training will be provided to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to support our community effectively.
- Interest Form with 805 Immigrant Rapid Response Network
- Friends of Fieldworkers Volunteer
- Organization that helps farmworkers families in Ventura County by having different services available to the community such as the Laundy Love program: which provides laundry services free of charge to families.