Host a House Meeting
Bring together friends, neighbors, or coworkers to learn about immigrant justice issues and explore ways to get involved as a group.
Flavor Profile
Heat risk tolerance
You tend toward safer approaches while occasionally stepping outside comfort zones
Sweet motivation
You're often motivated by possibility and connection with others
Zest visibility
You're comfortable both in front and behind the scenes as needed
Heft commitment
You lean toward lighter involvement while occasionally going deeper
House meetings are a time-tested organizing tool. By gathering people in a comfortable setting, you create space for learning, discussion, and commitment to action.
Planning Your Meeting
Before
- Invite 8-15 people personally (not just mass emails)
- Partner with an organization that can send a speaker
- Prepare a simple agenda and any materials
- Have sign-up sheets ready for next steps
During
- Welcome and introductions
- Speaker presentation or video (20-30 min)
- Discussion and questions
- Concrete asks: What will you commit to?
After
- Follow up with attendees within 48 hours
- Connect people with organizations doing the work
- Plan your next gathering
Discussion Questions
- What drew you to this issue?
- What concerns or questions do you have?
- What skills or resources could you contribute?
Why This Matters
Movements grow through personal relationships. House meetings transform passive concern into active engagement by creating accountability and community.