DC Is Home
We #HavePride365 in Washington, DC!
The Capital Pride Alliance is committed to ensuring that our communities feel supported, connected, and safe. We know that moments of heightened police presence in Washington, DC can be especially stressful for immigrants, unhoused neighbors, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
This page is designed to connect community members, allies, and local businesses with vital resources—from housing, food, and legal aid to health services, safety hotlines, and affirming spaces. Whether you’re seeking help or looking for ways to support those most impacted, you’ll find trusted organizations and practical tools here.
DC is, and continues to be, a place of community, celebration, and connection. From local food and nightlife, to arts, culture, and special events, the city offers countless experiences that reflect its diverse and thriving spirit.
Together, we can uplift and protect one another, ensuring DC remains a place where every person is valued, seen, and celebrated.
A few takeaways:
- Crime in DC is at a ~30 year low, per official city data
- Our neighborhoods remain safe, vibrant, and welcoming to visitors
- The current federal law enforcement activity is concentrated in a few highly visible areas, not across the entire city
#Pride365 #Only1DC #DCisOpen #DCLove #DCPride
Community Members
DC Information for the Unhoused
DC Charter Schools LGBTQ+ Resources
Immigrant Support and Resources
ICE Online Detainee Locator System
Safety in DC During Increased Law Enforcement
You have constitutional rights: Download and print.
- DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR if an immigration agent is knocking on the door.
- DO NOT ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS from an immigration agent if they try to talk to you. You have the right to remain silent.
- DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING without first speaking to a lawyer. You have the right to speak with a lawyer.
- If you are outside of your home, ask the agent if you are free to leave and if they say yes, leave calmly.
- GIVE THIS CARD TO THE AGENT. If you are inside of your home, show the card through the window or slide it under the door.
I do not wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign or hand you any documents based on my 5th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution.
I do not give you permission to enter my home based on my 4th Amendment rights under the United States Constitution unless you have a warrant to enter, signed by a judge or magistrate with my name on it that you slide under the door.
I do not give you permission to search any of my belongings based on my 4th Amendment rights.
I choose to exercise my constitutional rights.