Your weekly guide to taking action in Arizona (Feb. 20–26)

A weekly roundup of Arizona political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide from Friday, Feb. 20, through Thursday, Feb. 26.

Want to get involved this week? You can attend ICE Out rallies in Surprise, Tempe, and Bullhead City, advocate at the State Capitol, join voter registration phone banks, and participate in community safety and Know Your Rights trainings.

Here’s our weekly round-up of upcoming events and actions:

Friday (Feb. 20)

Activate and Caffeinate: Local Love Biz and Food Drive
(Private location, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Tempe Rising Indivisible will host a morning community meetup and food drive, featuring a conversation with Tempe City Councilmember Arlene Chin. Registration is required for address details.

Saturday (Feb. 21)

ICE OUT for Good – No ICE Detention in Surprise AZ
(Bell Road and North Civic Center Drive, 9-10:30 a.m.)
Northwest Valley Indivisible is organizing a weekly protest at Bell Road and North Civic Center Drive in response to a proposed ICE detention facility in Surprise. Organizers emphasize nonviolent participation.

“We the People” Artbeat ICE Out Rally + Food Drive
(2000 E Carson Drive, Tempe, 9:30-11:30 a.m.)
Tempe Rising Indivisible will gather at Cole Park and the Tempe Pedestrian Bridge for a high-visibility ICE Out rally that includes a food drive and encourages creative signage.

Stop Bills for Billionaires Rally
(1700 W. Washington St., Phoenix, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Hosted by LUCHA at the Arizona Capitol, this rally focuses on state legislation that organizers say prioritizes tax cuts for wealthy individuals and corporations over public investments.

LOVE melts Ice
(Highway95 and Marina Boulevard, Bullhead City, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Mohave County Indivisible will host a rally at the corner of Highway 95 and Marina Boulevard focused on immigrant rights and civil liberties. Organizers ask participants not to bring weapons.

Northeast Valley Coffee & Conversation
(Private location, 12-2 p.m.)
Save Our Schools Arizona is hosting an in-person meetup for public school supporters in Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, and surrounding areas. Registration is required for location details.

Monday (Feb. 23)

CD1 Protest at Schweikert’s Office
(14500 N. Northsight Blvd, Scottsdale, 8-9 a.m.)
Indivisible Arizona continues its weekly protest outside US Rep. David Schweikert’s office, calling attention to his voting record and urging engagement on healthcare, education, and other issues.

Wednesday (Feb. 25)

Roll Calls! Help Register New Voters (Virtual Phone Bank)
(Online, 5:30-7 p.m.)
Save Our Schools Arizona is hosting a virtual phone bank to assist with voter registration efforts. Training is provided.

Know Your Rights: Law & Immigration Enforcement
(Private location, 6-8 p.m.)
LUCHA,  ACE and community partners will host a training covering interactions with law enforcement and immigration agents. Registration required for address details.

Rise and Resist Tour: Community Safety Training
(Private location, 7-9 p.m.)
Rural Arizona Engagement will hold a community safety training in Maricopa focused on identifying and responding to immigration enforcement activity. Registration required for address details.

Thursday (Feb. 26)

How To With the ACLU of Arizona: Capitol Advocacy
(TBD, Phoenix, 6:30-8 p.m.)
The ACLU of Arizona will host a training on advocating at the State Capitol during the 2026 legislative session. No prior experience is required.

Have an event to add? Email our state organizing coordinator at [email protected] with details at least one week before the event date.

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