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July 20th, 2018

Boston Escuelita: Aprendizaje Across Generations

We are so excited for our Elders Panel at the Boston Escuelita for Latinx changemakers this weekend July 21-22! Here's a preview of the poderosxs that will be sharing time and experience with us. Check out the full agenda aquí. Remember, it's not too late to register!* “Today I am alive because of love,” Felix [...]

July 20th, 2018

July 4th, 2018

Escuelitas Are Back For 2018!

What Are Escuelitas? Last summer, we held our first series of Mijente Escuelitas for members and potential members to deepen our analysis, grow our skills, and strengthen the community of Latinx changemakers who can take on the attacks of our time and seize the opportunities to transform our future. The training will focus on looking [...]

July 4th, 2018

July 3rd, 2018

Mijente Responds to “Extreme and Retaliatory” Charges Against ‘Zero Tolerance’ Protesters Arrested During Yesterday’s Day of Action

Yesterday, 10 protesters were arrested for participating in a peaceful civil disobedience during the #FreeOurFuture Day of Action in downtown San Diego. The action was intended to send the message that people around the nation are demanding the abolition of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) and the against the criminalization of migrants by the […]

July 3rd, 2018

June 30th, 2018

Mijente Principles of Unity

EnglishEspañolPortuguês These are our Mijente Principles, to help us remember and guide us in struggle. 1. We are Latinx and Chicanx people that are part of movements for justice and self-determination for all people. We are pro-Black, pro-indigena, pro-worker, pro-mujer, pro-Lesbian Gay, Bi, Trans and Queer, pro-migrant because we hold all of those identities, and because our […]

June 30th, 2018

June 29th, 2018

Safety & Travel Tips for San Diego #FreeOurFuture

Nothing here should be taken as legal advice. Consult a trusted attorney for information specific to your case. Jump to specific sections: Preparing to Travel Traveling by Bus/Car/Van Traveling by Plane Communicating Securely In San Diego Participating in Direct Action A NOTE FROM MIJENTE We are excited about the actions taking place in San […]

June 29th, 2018

June 28th, 2018

Leading Latinx Racial Justice Organization Releases “Free Our Future” Policy Platform in Wake of War Waged Against Immigrants

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Monica Trevino, 773-573-8667 / [email protected] Leading Latinx Racial Justice Organization Releases “Free Our Future” Policy Platform in Wake of War Waged Against Immigrants Policy Calls for Full-Scale Decriminalization of Immigration Today, Mijente, a national Latinx organization leading on mobilizing against immigration enforcement and criminalization, released a comprehensive immigration policy platform “Free […]

June 28th, 2018

June 26th, 2018

No Ban, No Wall, No Cages! #FreeOurFuture

June 26, 2018 While the Trump Administration has intensified the war on Muslim communities in new and dangerous ways, our Muslim neighbors have been facing heightened threats to their survival for years. In the aftermath of 9/11, the U.S. government framed Muslims and immigrants as threats to the “homeland,” leading to the massive reorganization of […]

June 26th, 2018

June 20th, 2018

6 things everyone who cares about stopping separation of children must know about Trump’s Executive Order

[En español abajo] ¡Ojo! Trump executive order still allows for family imprisonment and continued prosecutions. A quick look of the text shows: DHS will receive more money to create new family prisons that will hold parents and children together, while the parents are being criminally prosecuted and while their deportation cases are pending. Given that criminal […]

June 20th, 2018

June 7th, 2018

Dramatic Increase of Mass Prosecutions Intensifies Family Separation and Criminalization Crisis

Attorney General Jeff Sessions brings back controversial Operation Streamline to San Diego Today news broke that the Trump administration is significantly escalating its “zero tolerance” policy when it comes to immigrants seeking refuge in the U.S. and plan to introduce a “fast-track” mass prosecution program. Akin to the already existent Operation Streamline in southern Texas […]

June 7th, 2018

June 4th, 2018

National “Chinga La Migra” Organizing Tour Targets ICE, Launches at Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma

The tour will kick off with a ‘noise and light’ demonstration at the NW detention center (1146 East J Street, Tacoma, WA) on Monday, June 4th, from 8-11 pm. Seattle, WA – On June 4th Mijente will launch the “Chinga La Migra/ Abolish ICE” tour to tell the story of what the deportation crisis under […]

June 4th, 2018

June 3rd, 2018

Chinga La Migra: Morristown Tennessee

In early April 2018, ICE raided a meat packing plant outside of Morristown, Tennessee. But ICE did not act alone, Tennessee Highway Patrol and local police diverted traffic and Tennessee National Guard opened up its facilities and functioned as a temporary immigrant detention center. Chinga La Migra Tour is coming to Morristown Tennessee on June [...]

June 3rd, 2018

May 30th, 2018

Chinga La Migra: Chicago

In Chicago, Chinga La Migra is hosted by OCAD, an undocu-led organization that has trained hundreds of leaders on the front lines, fighting wide-spread immigration raids. The Chinga La Migra tour is building off of the work OCAD has done pressing Chicago to live up to its promise of being a Sanctuary city, at the [...]

May 30th, 2018

April 24th, 2018

Voto de Mayo: National Latinx Mobilization for Stacey Abrams

Stacey Abrams has the chance to be a national example of a progressive candidate of color who prioritizes the health and safety of our communities, defend immigrants and people of color over incarceration and criminalization, and if elected could be the first Black woman to be Governor in the history of the United States. This year, Mijente […]

April 24th, 2018

April 19th, 2018

BREAKING: Federal Judge Grants Freedom to Activist Alejandra Pablos From Immigration Detention

Federal judge grants activist Alejandra Pablos freedom from detention, showing community organizing works. Now we must demand that Governor Ducey pardon Alejandra so she can have a chance to fight her deportation and stay home. Follow Mijente to see live video of release Sign the Petition for Pardon Share the video of her release What […]

April 19th, 2018

April 18th, 2018

Calling ALL Latinxs! Help Elect the First Black Female Governor in the Nation!

What does Georgia have to do with defending our families and communities against Trump?

April 18th, 2018

April 9th, 2018

5 Ways to Support Ale During Her Hearing #ReleaseAle

After 4 weeks in detention, beloved activist and Mijente member Alejandra "Ale" Pablos finally received a date for her bond hearing! Ale has been held without bond since being taken into custody during a regular check-in with ICE on March 7. The bond hearing is Ale's chance to be released, but she needs everyone's support [...]

April 9th, 2018

Date Set for Alejandra’s Bond

Mijente member Alejandra Pablos was granted a bond hearing, which will determine if she can be released from detention. Click here to find out how you can support. Immigrant rights and reproductive rights activist Alejandra Pablos was granted a bond hearing before an immigration judge, to determine whether she will be released; she will be […]

April 9th, 2018

April 4th, 2018

A Letter to Mijente: “I’m Fighting with You”

Mijente member Alejandra Pablos has been in ICE custody since March 7th. She wrote these powerful words to fellow members to show her love and gratitude.

April 4th, 2018

March 26th, 2018

Shackle Sessions, Not the People #FueraSessions #SessionsOUT

Washington, D.C. – A statue of Attorney General Jeff Sessions was be unveiled in front of the U.S. Supreme Court today by Latinx and immigrant rights organizers, calling attention to the defense of the Department of Justice in favor of chaining and shackling all people appearing before a federal judge. In the case, United […]

March 26th, 2018

March 22nd, 2018

City of Chicago Under Review by OIG for Use of Gang Database

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The investigation comes after more than a year of campaigning for Chicago to be a real ‘Sanctuary’ for its residents by, amongst other demands, eliminating the Gang Database. Chicago, IL – Today Inspector General Joseph M. Ferguson announced that the City of Chicago Office of Inspector General will begin a review into […]

March 22nd, 2018

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Boston Escuelita: Aprendizaje Across Generations

Escuelitas Are Back For 2018!

Mijente Responds to “Extreme and Retaliatory” Charges Against ‘Zero Tolerance’ Protesters Arrested During Yesterday’s Day of Action

Mijente Principles of Unity

Safety & Travel Tips for San Diego #FreeOurFuture

Leading Latinx Racial Justice Organization Releases “Free Our Future” Policy Platform in Wake of War Waged Against Immigrants

No Ban, No Wall, No Cages! #FreeOurFuture

6 things everyone who cares about stopping separation of children must know about Trump’s Executive Order

Dramatic Increase of Mass Prosecutions Intensifies Family Separation and Criminalization Crisis

National “Chinga La Migra” Organizing Tour Targets ICE, Launches at Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma

Chinga La Migra: Morristown Tennessee

Chinga La Migra: Chicago

Voto de Mayo: National Latinx Mobilization for Stacey Abrams

BREAKING: Federal Judge Grants Freedom to Activist Alejandra Pablos From Immigration Detention

Calling ALL Latinxs! Help Elect the First Black Female Governor in the Nation!

5 Ways to Support Ale During Her Hearing #ReleaseAle

Date Set for Alejandra’s Bond

A Letter to Mijente: “I’m Fighting with You”

Shackle Sessions, Not the People #FueraSessions #SessionsOUT

City of Chicago Under Review by OIG for Use of Gang Database

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