Kevin is a mission-driven leader and innovative change agent with more than 20 years of experience advancing nonprofit organizations. He brings with him a proven track record of strengthening financial sustainability, building high-impact partnerships, and guiding organizations through pivotal moments of growth and change.
Most recently, Kevin served as Development Director at the California Council on Science and Technology, where he built the organization’s first comprehensive development infrastructure. Prior to that, he led Meals on Wheels Sacramento County, where he expanded the budget from $5 million to $12.5 million in under two years. Kevin has also held executive leadership roles at Rainbow Community Center, California Coalition for Youth, and other organizations serving vulnerable communities.
“We are thrilled to welcome Kevin to Face to Face,” said Andres Correa, Board President. “His depth of experience, proven leadership, and unwavering commitment to community health and equity will ensure we continue to deliver vital services while expanding our impact in HIV prevention, care, and harm reduction across Sonoma County.
Kevin’s community involvement includes serving on the board of Sonoma Family Meal and previously leading Meals on Wheels California as Board President. He is also the recipient of several distinguished honors, including Comstock’s Young Professionals 2022 Honoree, Sacramento Business Journal’s 40 Under 40, and the Sacramento LGBT Community Center’s Pride Award.
“I am honored to join Face to Face and continue its legacy of service and advocacy,” said Kevin McAllister. “This work is about saving lives, restoring hope, and standing alongside our community in the fight against overdose and health inequities. Each year, Sonoma County loses an average of 121 people to accidental overdose. These are not statistics. They are our children, parents, neighbors, and friends. At Face to Face, harm reduction is at the heart of our work, provided both in our offices and through mobile outreach across the county. In 2024, our efforts were tied to nearly 3,000 reported overdose reversals, a number that represents only a fraction of our true impact. Each reversal represents a life saved, a family spared unbearable loss, and a community strengthened by care and compassion.”
Santa Rosa: Two Marches converge to Doyle Park for a community event 9 am – 11 am – Begins at SRJC – sign up10 am – 11 am – Begins at Julliard Park – sign up11 am – 3 pm – Rally at Doyle Park – sign up
Redwood Coast – Gualala, Hwy 1 between Center & Church Streets10 am – 12 pm – sign up
Jenner by the Sea – Downtown, 10398 CA-1 1 pm – 3 pm – sign up
Sonoma Valley – Sonoma Plaza, 453 1st St E 1 pm – 3 pm – sign up
A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to events.
Social Saturday typically happens every second Saturday of the month from 12-2pm.
These events are family-focused and open to folks of all ages.
That’s where you come in – we want to see your beautifully queer family
at our next Social Saturday!
Join us on Saturday October 11th from 12-2pm at the Children’s Museum of Sonoma County for a day filled with wonder, exploration, and LGBTQIA+ community. The first 25 community members who arrive will receive free entry, per the generosity of the Museum – simply say you are with the Positive Images’ Social Saturday.
All ages are welcome during Social Saturday, however most exhibits are geared towards children 10 and under. You will find our group at the outdoor picnic tables just past the main entrance.
Questions or accessibility needs? Please don’t hesitate to reach out to joy@posimages.org.
The June Mahmoud Vs Taylor Supreme Court Ruling has an effect on our school districts and our LGBTQIA+ youth, families and staff. Below and here is an advocacy letter template that you can use, share and send out to your local school superintendents, administrators, teachers and board members; to advocate they proceed forward in the most inclusive way. Within the letter, please note that there are helpful sample annual general notification and opt out forms as well.
The school districts that this advocacy letter has already been sent to currently are: Old Adobe Union School District, Petaluma City Schools, Waugh School District, Cotati Rohnert Park Unified School District, Santa Rosa City Schools and Harmony Unified School District.
We appreciate you all joining us to support our LGBTQIA+ community, especially those who are trans and who are being especially targeted. Love and advocacy do and will win.
Hola a todes,
Espero que estén teniendo una buen fin de semana. El fallo de la Corte Suprema en el caso Mahmoud Vs Taylor de junio tiene un impacto en nuestros distritos escolares y en nuestra juventud, familias y personal LGBTQIA+. A continuación y aqui, encontrarán una plantilla de carta de incidencia que pueden usar, compartir y enviar a sus superintendentes escolares locales, administradores, maestros y miembros de la junta; para abogar porque sigan adelante de la manera más inclusiva posible. Dentro de la carta, tengan en cuenta que también se incluyen ejemplos útiles de notificación general anual y formularios de exclusión.
Los distritos escolares a los que ya se ha enviado esta carta de incidencia son: Old Adobe Union School District, Petaluma City Schools, Waugh School District, Cotati Rohnert Park Unified School District, Santa Rosa City Schools y Harmony Unified School District.
Agradecemos que se unan a nosotros para apoyar a nuestra comunidad LGBTQIA+, especialmente a las personas trans que están siendo particularmente atacadas. El amor y la defensa ganan y seguirán ganando.
Dear Wonderful Superintendents and Administrators,
I hope the school year is off to a good start for you all.The Supreme Court Mahmoud vs Taylor ruling in June has led to some myths about what is not allowed anymore in schools and how schools must proceed. We wanted to share the inclusive action that the Howell Mountain Elementary school district in Napa County recently took and ask that you all consider following suit.Howell Mountain Elementary school district voted not to adopt an opt-out form specifically for LGBTQIA+ curriculum. Instead, the board directed the superintendent to send a general annual notice (example annual notice) reminding parents of their right to request, in writing (example religious opt out request), that their child be excused from any curriculum they believe conflicts with their religious beliefs. This notice did not single out LGBTQIA+ instruction. The board’s decision came in response to community concern that singling out LGBTQIA+ content with its own opt-out form would be stigmatizing and discriminatory. The statement emphasized that the district “respects and values the LGBTQIA+ community” and chose not to adopt a form targeting them. Also, one annual general notice versus many throughout the school year relieved the workload for school administrators and teachers.Here is a helpful resource from the ACLU, Equality California, National Center for Youth Law and Public Counsel. Following are more helpful resources and guidance from the CDE, F3 Law Firm and CSBA to ensure our schools are a safe and welcomed space for all, after the Mahmoud ruling.The above resources note:Existing state law still stands – Public schools in California must still provide a welcoming and inclusive education for all students. This includes, but is not limited to, compliance with affirmative inclusive education requirements such as the FAIR Education Act, the California Healthy Youth Act, AB 1078 and Ethnic Studies requirements. California law mandates that instructional materials “accurately portray the cultural and racial diversity of our society” including the role and contributions of LGBTQIA+ people and ensures the continued use of adopted curriculum even when containing inclusive and diverse perspectives. California’s antidiscrimination laws, including protections on the basis of gender, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation, also remain in effect. Schools requirements to provide religious opt-outs and how to proceed – Any notices informing parents of their right to religious opt-outs or associated forms must be content-neutral and should not single out LGBTQIA+-related content or otherwise stigmatize LGBTQIA+ identities. If schools elect to annually notify parents about their general practices of providing inclusive curriculum, they should do so holistically and not single out LGBTQIA+-related content. Appropriate opt-out processes will require parents to take affirmative steps to exercise their right to religious opt-outs, such as notifying the school of their religious objection in writing. What types of “instruction” this decision impacts – Mahmoud focused specifically on the use of books for “instruction.” The decision does not require any censorship of books on the shelf in the classroom or in the library, including LGBTQIA+ inclusive books or books containing potentially religiously objectionable topics. Censorship of materials in school libraries and classrooms based on LGBTQIA+ content is still prohibited by California law. Additionally, nothing about this decision impacts students’ long-standing rights to be themselves at school, to talk about LGBTQIA+ related issues, or to form LGBTQIA+ themed student clubs on the same terms as other extracurricular student clubs.This decision providing the right to religious opt-out accommodations in public schools is not only applicable to LGBTQIA+ related content – While Mahmoud involved LGBTQIA+ inclusive storybooks, the Court’s decision is not limited to LGBTQIA+ inclusive content. Therefore, school leaders should aim to craft general religious accommodation opt-out processes that do not focus on LGBTQIA+ content, nor should they “silo” LGBTQIA+ content within the curriculum. The dire truth is that our LGBTQIA+ students, especially those who are transgender, are under attack. Basic rights, health care access and now representation in schools are trying to be stripped away, with a goal being, the erasure of the transgender community. It is California law and the role of our school leaders and mission of our school districts to ensure all students feel safe and thrive.Thank you for your time. At your convenience, please let us know if you will proceed to follow suit of Howell Mountain Elementary school district to ensure LGBTQIA+ students, staff and families are not stigmatized, discriminated against and singled out.Con amor,Amor Para Todos (APT)Sage Casey FoundationCompass Parents Rainbow Families ActionCelebrate Love CRPPositive ImagesOn The Margins, IncCentering Disability Love and Light SoCoLGBTQ ConnectionPFLAG Santa Rosa/Sonoma Co
Estimados Superintendentes y Administradores,
Espero que el año escolar haya comenzado bien para todos ustedes.La decisión de la Corte Suprema en el caso Mahmoud vs. Taylor (junio) ha generado ciertos mitos sobre lo que ya no está permitido en las escuelas y cómo deben proceder los distritos escolares. Queremos compartir con ustedes la acción inclusiva que tomó recientemente el distrito escolar Howell Mountain Elementary en el condado de Napa y pedirles que consideren seguir su ejemplo.El distrito Howell Mountain Elementary votó por no adoptar un formulario de exclusión (“opt-out”) específico para el plan de estudios relacionado con LGBTQIA+. En su lugar, la mesa directiva instruyó a la superintendenta a enviar un aviso anual general (ejemplo de aviso anual) recordando a los padres su derecho de solicitar, por escrito (ejemplo de solicitud de exclusión religiosa), que su hijo/a sea dispensado/a de cualquier contenido que entre en conflicto con sus creencias religiosas. Este aviso no señalaba de forma aislada la instrucción LGBTQIA+. La decisión de la mesa directiva respondió a la preocupación de la comunidad de que destacar específicamente los contenidos LGBTQIA+ con su propio formulario de exclusión sería estigmatizante y discriminatorio. En su declaración, el distrito enfatizó que “respeta y valora a la comunidad LGBTQIA+” y decidió no adoptar un formulario dirigido únicamente a ellos. Asimismo, un aviso general anual en lugar de muchos a lo largo del año escolar alivió la carga de trabajo de los administradores y maestres.Adjuntamos un recurso útil preparado por la ACLU, Equality California, National Center for Youth Law y Public Counsel. A continuación incluimos también más recursos y orientación del CDE, F3 Law Firm y CSBA para asegurar que nuestras escuelas continúen siendo espacios seguros y acogedores para todos después del fallo Mahmoud.Los recursos anteriores señalan lo siguiente:La ley estatal vigente sigue en pie – Las escuelas públicas en California aún deben ofrecer una educación inclusiva y acogedora para todos los estudiantes. Esto incluye, pero no se limita a, el cumplimiento de los requisitos de educación inclusiva y afirmativa, como la FAIR Education Act, la California Healthy Youth Act, la AB 1078 y los requisitos de Estudios Étnicos. La ley de California exige que los materiales de instrucción “representen con precisión la diversidad cultural y racial de nuestra sociedad”, incluyendo el papel y las contribuciones de las personas LGBTQIA+, y garantiza el uso continuo de planes de estudio adoptados aun cuando contengan perspectivas inclusivas y diversas. Las leyes estatales antidiscriminación, incluyendo protecciones basadas en el género, identidad de género, expresión de género y orientación sexual, siguen en vigor.Requisitos escolares para proporcionar exclusiones religiosas y cómo proceder – Cualquier aviso a los padres sobre su derecho de exclusión religiosa o formularios asociados debe ser neutral en cuanto al contenido y no debe señalar específicamente los temas relacionados con LGBTQIA+ ni estigmatizar a las identidades LGBTQIA+. Si los distritos eligen notificar anualmente a los padres sobre sus prácticas generales de ofrecer un currículo inclusivo, deben hacerlo de manera integral y no destacar de forma aislada el contenido LGBTQIA+. Los procesos de exclusión apropiados requieren que los padres tomen medidas afirmativas para ejercer su derecho a la exclusión religiosa, como notificar a la escuela por escrito sobre su objeción religiosa.Qué tipo de “instrucción” se ve afectada por esta decisión – El caso Mahmoud se enfocó específicamente en el uso de libros como parte de la “instrucción”. La decisión no exige la censura de libros disponibles en los salones o bibliotecas, incluyendo libros inclusivos LGBTQIA+ o libros con temas que puedan resultar objetables desde un punto de vista religioso. La censura de materiales en bibliotecas escolares y salones basada en contenido LGBTQIA+ sigue prohibida por la ley de California. Además, nada en esta decisión afecta los derechos ya existentes de los estudiantes a ser ellos mismos en la escuela, a hablar sobre temas relacionados con LGBTQIA+ o a formar clubes estudiantiles temáticos LGBTQIA+ en igualdad de condiciones que otros clubes extracurriculares.La decisión sobre el derecho a exclusiones religiosas no se limita al contenido LGBTQIA+ – Aunque el caso Mahmoud involucró libros inclusivos LGBTQIA+, la decisión de la Corte no se limita a ese contenido. Por lo tanto, los líderes escolares deben diseñar procesos generales de exclusión religiosa que no se enfoquen en temas LGBTQIA+ ni los aíslen dentro del currículo.La dura realidad es que nuestros estudiantes LGBTQIA+, especialmente quienes son transgénero, están bajo ataque. Se intenta despojarlos de derechos básicos, del acceso a la atención médica y ahora también de su representación en las escuelas, con el objetivo de borrar a la comunidad transgénero. La ley en California, así como el papel de nuestros líderes escolares y la misión de nuestros distritos escolares, es garantizar que todos los estudiantes se sientan seguros y prosperen.Gracias por su tiempo. Cuando sea posible, les pedimos que nos informen si procederán a seguir el ejemplo del distrito Howell Mountain Elementary para asegurar que los estudiantes, el personal y las familias LGBTQIA+ no sean estigmatizados, discriminados ni señalados.
On average, there are 73 deaths by suicide each year in Sonoma County, making it the ninth leading cause of death. The Sonoma County suicide rate of 14.3 per 100,000 residents is considerably higher than the California rate of 10.5.
“While there are likely several reasons for the higher-than-average suicide rates in Sonoma County, we know that loneliness can increase the risk for suicide, and we’re living in a very lonely time for many people,” says Melissa Ladrech, Mental Health Services Act coordinator.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, who released a report last year on what he has named the epidemic of loneliness and isolation in our country, has been quoted as saying, “The experience of loneliness is an incredibly common one … one in two adults in America struggles with loneliness. To really address it, we have to make social connection a priority in our lives and in society more broadly.” He has also stated that feeling lonely and lacking connection can increase the risk of premature death to levels comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
In October 2022, the Sonoma County Department of Health Services, which is committed to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and providing education and training on suicide prevention, brought together community partners to create the “Life Worth Living: Sonoma County Suicide Prevention Alliance.” The Alliance has since developed a Sonoma County Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan, which includes a call to action, a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention, local data and specific strategies to reduce suicide deaths in the county. In September 2023, the Alliance also began holding annual ‘Connection is Prevention’ community events.
Three Connection is Prevention events are planned for this September to bring resources, connections and fun for the whole community. Each event is free and open to the public, will emphasize the essential role that human connections play in maintaining good mental health and nurturing a supportive community, and will offer enjoyable and informative activities for the whole family.
The first event will take place Saturday,September 7 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Old Court House Square in Santa Rosa. Attendees can enjoy the Bibliobus Mobile Library, Children’s Museum on the Go, free paletas, food trucks, raffle prizes, swag bags, and more. More than 35 organizations will set up tables and provide resources, and Board of Supervisors Chair David Rabbitt will present a proclamation designating September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
“It’s been very disturbing to learn how prevalent suicide and self-harm are in Sonoma County,” says Chair Rabbitt. “I hope everyone will consider attending one of these special events put on by our Behavioral Health division to celebrate mental well-being and meaningful connections.”
If you or someone you care about is in emotional distress or thinking about suicide, help and support are available: Call 988. For help identifying local resources, call 211.
A week before the league begins, we are hosting an informational and sign-up night. On Tuesday, August 26th, at 6:30 pm, anyone interested in the league, seeking more information, or ready to sign up is invited. We will assist people with the sign-up process and answer any questions. Additionally, we will discuss the rules and accept nominations for league officer positions. The official league positions are:
President
Vice President
Secretary
Sergeant at Arms
Social Media Coordinator
Games Coordinator
We will officially vote on the new positions on the first night of bowling on September 2, 2025.
If you have a team of four, only one person should attend to provide input on the rules we discuss. All four team members are welcome.
If you need to find a team or are a team that needs a player, this sign-up event is perfect for connecting with new people.
Location:
Bowlero/Double Decker Lanes
300 Golf Course Drive, Rohnert Park
***In the bar area***
League Details
The league officially starts on Tuesday, September 2nd at 6:30 pm. We ask that people arrive at the bowling alley by 6:15 pm so we can vote on the league officials and the rules. League details are below:
Bowling Details
• Inclusive & Welcoming Weekly Space • 16-week Season • $25/Week
• $25 Sanction fee – one time and covers this season and the winter season
• Week 16 Fun Tournament • Each team is guaranteed to win money at the end of the season!
Each week, Shelly will have team envelopes at the bowling alley. Please ensure you put your money ($25 per person, $100 per team) into the envelope and give it to Shelly by the end of your first game each week. The total cost of the league is $376 per person plus $25 for sanctioning cards. You can pay with cash or check (checks made payable to Bowlero). Please try to bring cash, as the ATM at the alley can be temperamental. International Gay Bowling Organization (IGBO)
Each bowler in the Sonoma County Pride Bowling League automatically becomes a member of the International Gay Bowling Organization. This membership allows bowlers to earn awards for their achievements and compete in LGBTQA+ tournaments across the US, including those in San Francisco, San Jose, and Sonoma County (summer 2026). Your IGBO membership is paid through games played during our league nights. For more information about IGBO, visit https://www.igbo.org/.Side Pot Games
During our bowling nights, we offer two extra games you can join. These weekly games are organized by two of our bowlers (THANK YOU Jean and John). The games and their costs are:
Poker – It costs $5 a week, and it counts for all three games. For each strike you bowl, you receive 2 cards. For each spare, you receive 1 card. At the end of each game, you use the cards to make your best 5-card poker hand. If you’re unfamiliar with how to play poker, don’t worry, we’ll help you. The winner of each poker game typically wins between $20 and $35 per hand. Part of the proceeds from each week’s games go toward paying for IGBO memberships for bowlers.
Brackets – In brackets, you are randomly paired against another bowler, and at the end of each game, your score (including handicap) is recorded. The winner of the first game advances to the second round. The winners of the second games are guaranteed money and move on to the third round. If you win the final bracket, the bowler usually receives between $20 and $25. You can participate in multiple brackets, and each bracket costs $5.
Both poker and brackets are voluntary weekly games. You can participate every week or just occasionally. They are both enjoyable ways to socialize and have the chance to win some extra money each week.
Brunch Bowling Details – DATE UPDATE
Our third and final pop-up event of the summer is being pushed back one week. Our August event is now going to be Sunday, August 10th
, at 11:00 am
. Details below. Please let us know as soon as possible if you will be attending, so we can ensure there is enough space for everyone.Who is the event for?
The event is open to anyone. You can be a current Pride League bowler, a previous Pride League bowler, interested in joining the Pride League in September, someone looking to make new friends, or someone who wants to have fun in an LGBTQA+ dominated space. There is no experience needed and it is just a fun pop-up event. Cost of the event?
The cost for the event is $20 per person, which includes 3 games of bowling. Bowlero is covering the cost of your shoe rentals, so you don’t have to worry about that extra expense. Consider bringing some extra cash ($5-$10) because we may have a couple of additional fun side things (like poker).
***No food or beverages are included, but available for purchase***Location?
Bowlero/Double Decker Lanes
300 Golf Course Drive, Rohnert ParkWhat to expect?
Each lane will have up to 4 bowlers. You can be part of a group you come with or we can help match you with some fun folks. The goal is for people to have a fun time and enjoy brunch bowling together. Sign-Up
To sign up, please respond to this email with your name and the number of people attending with you. This will help ensure we have enough lanes reserved. Bowlero is opening a little early for us on pop-up Sundays to make sure we have space. Please feel free to share this email and this event with others you think would enjoy it.
We look forward to seeing everyone in just a couple of weeks.
Estamos muy emocionados de compartir nuestro nuevo horario y nos sentimos muy agradecidos de ser parte de esta increíble comunidad. Esperamos verlos a todos en persona cuando comencemos con las reuniones actualizadas del Grupo a partir del miércoles 6 de agosto, de 6:30 PM a 8:30 PM.
¡Ven y sé parte de este camino, no podemos esperar para verte allí!
Please join us for an important immigrant rights seminar. This meeting is for all members and allies of the Asian and Pacific Islander community and everyone else who cares about and desires to learn about immigrant rights.
You will hear from local activists and immigrant rights attorney. The information that will be shared is IMPORTANT FOR EVERYONE, not just those who are undocumented or know someone that is. Only when all of our community members are informed and know their rights, can our at-risk community be protected.
To make it convenient for all to attend, this seminar will be available both IN-PERSON and ON ZOOM.
Organized by the Asian American Pacific Islander Coalition of North Bay (AAPIC), the Sonoma County Chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) and Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS).
Supported by the Sonoma County Rohnert Park-Cotati Regional Library.
Program
Know Your Rights: Understanding Your Constitutional Protections
Immigrant Legal Status and Rights
North Bay Rapid Response Network
Q&A
More Information
Free admission – Pre-registration is recommended.
Presentation will be in English.
Program starts promptly at 10:30 am. (Doors open at 10:00 am for check-in).
Rodel E. Rodis has been a practicing California attorney since 1980, with a special emphasis on immigration law. He had also been an instructor of Philippine History and Filipino American history in the School of Ethnic Studies at San Francisco State University and at Laney College (1972-1978). He is the first Filipino American elected to public office in San Francisco serving four terms as a member of the San Francisco Community College Board (1991-2009).
Prior to his election, Rodel was appointed to the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission where he served as its president from 1987-1991. After his election to the College Board, he was appointed to the San Francisco Civil Grand Jury (2011). He also wrote a weekly column at the Philippine News (1987-2002, at Asian Week and at the Philippine Daily Inquirer (Inquirer.net). He is also the author of “Telltale Signs of Filipinos in America” (INA Press, 1992). He was also the co-founder of the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA.com) and its legal counsel since its founding in 1997.
Priyanka Pokharel
Priyanka is a Staff Attorney at VIDAS (Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacy) in Sonoma County, specializing in immigration law. She holds an LL.M. from the University of Michigan and has worked with government bodies, international organizations, and nonprofits to advance the rights of marginalized communities, particularly women and displaced individuals. Before VIDAS, Priyanka practiced as a Human Rights Attorney in Nepal, focusing on legal reform, policy advocacy, and direct representation for individuals facing systemic discrimination. She also contributed to research on gender dynamics and human rights during Nepal’s Maoist-led Civil War.
At VIDAS, Priyanka focuses on removal defense as well as family-based petitions, U visas, VAWA, adjustment of status, work permits, and non-immigrant visas. Passionate about gender equity and immigrant rights, she actively engages in policy discussions and systemic legal reforms. Priyanka speaks Nepali, English, and Hindi.
Vicki Smith
Vicki Smith has been a North Bay Rapid Response Network steering committee member since its start in 2017. In June 2017 she trained as a Legal Observer for ICE raids and has been actively involved in North Bay Rapid Response Network Accompaniment. Vicki is a founding member of QAA, Queer Asylum Accompaniment, helping LGBTQI asylum seekers get resettled in Sonoma County.
Vicki earned her TESOL certificate in 2008 from SSU and taught ESL from the mid-90s to 2019 primarily to our Sonoma County Mexican and Central American immigrants at the Graton Day Labor Center and in an adult ESL evening program at Sheppard School in Santa Rosa.
Vicki worked extensively with Salvadoran refugee organizations in the 1980s. She journeyed to Rome in 2018 with the Salvadoran refugee community for Monsignor Oscar Romero’s canonization. In 1999 she and her partner adopted two teenage Honduran sisters whose father had been deported from Santa Rosa. She supported their father while he was in detention and after his deportation. Vicki’s daughters, now almost 40, are through the documentation/immigration process and are naturalized citizens.