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Mardi Bras campaign, running Feb. 1–March 2, collects hygiene items for women in poverty in Spokane. Donate bras, pads, and other essentials to support local women.

A recent Pew study shows the U.S. has a relatively low level of religious nationalism, with 6% of adults identifying as religious nationalists, compared to other countries.

Spokane's 4th Annual Lunar New Year took place on Feb. 1 at the Spokane Convention Center. It was created in 2021 to foster unity and anti-bullying, as well as to give immigrants a taste of home.

Following Trump's immigration policies, federal agents have arrested at least four people in Spokane, detaining them in Idaho's Kootenai County Jail, raising concerns over local cooperation and migrant rights.

This week's FāVS Religion News Roundup talks about Matt Shea's lawsuit against the city, local advocates' reactions to Trump's reversal on transgender federal rights, a Negro Folk Symphony at the Fox Theater and more.

The Inland Northwest Coalition for the Liberation of Palestine hosts "The Endless Nakba," its third Palestine film fest in Spokane, starting Feb. 16, with free screenings, Q&As and discussions.

Already expanding to Tacoma, Thrive International continues its refugee resettlement mission despite new federal funding cuts, powered by private donations and state support.