Hello!

I recently began working with CAIR Coalition as an Immigrant Justice Community Fellow. My new role has exposed me to the dangers and injustices of the detention system in the U.S. and the role that we can play in challenging the existing systems. This Halloween, I am participating in the 5K for Justice in support of two organizations: CAIR Coalition ad UnducoBlack Network.

Although Black immigrants comprise just 5.4% of the undocumented population in the U.S., black immigrants make up more than 20% of people in detention facing deportation on criminal grounds. UndocuBlack Network works outside of detention, pushing back against the policies that result in the over-policing of Black immigrant communities and creating a network of support among undocumented Black communities. CAIR works in detention, providing legal and social services to adults and children in ICE/ORR custody, and pushing for sweeping policy change.

I am so honored to be a part of the CAIR team and I believe whole-heartedly in their mission and work. If you're able to, please run with me or walk with me (from where ever you are in the world right now!), donate, and share this to help the ongoing fight for a more equitable, safe, and just world. Let me know if you have any questions and thank you for your support!

Lorena