Stop the deportation of our beloved community member Angela Navarro! Angela is the mother of two U.S.-born children, spouse of a US citizen, a leader at her church, and a worker contributing to Philadelphia’s economy. Until Angela’s final deportation order ends, New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia will give Sanctuary to Angela in West Kensington Ministry …
Por qué nosotros, en especial los inmigrantes quienes somos indocumentados, decidimos ser detenidos a propósito? Por qué pensamos que el tratamiento de inmigrantes es tan inhumano que exige una respuesta extrema aunque existan riesgos.
(espanol abajo) We listened to President Obama’s recent White House speech about immigration with deep frustration and dismay. Instead of taking responsibility for the 2,000,000+ deportations that have occurred under his watch, President Obama continues to blame Congress and Republicans, commit more money to the border, and prioritizes deportation. In his speech, Obama vowed to take …
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May 10, 2014: 100 supporters came to PhillyCAM studios to see the release of our film “Kids United Against Deportation,” which highlights the stories of young Philadelphians from 10 different countries who have been personally impacted by deportation. We also released the youth story doll project. Each doll, made by immigrant youth, was implanted with …
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U70hGmIRe1o?feature=oembed&enablejsapi=1&origin=http://safe.txmblr.com&wmode=opaque&w=500&h=281] The 40 Days of Action, Fasting, and Prayer for Immigrant justice ended on July 31, but our community continues to work together for just and humane policies! Watch this video that highlights just some of our 100+ fasters, and visit our website at www.www.sanctuaryphiladelphia.org to learn more. (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lm-IHz77SfI?feature=oembed&enablejsapi=1&origin=http://safe.txmblr.com&wmode=opaque&w=500&h=375] Day 37 of 40 Days of Action, Fasting, and Prayer: “I’m joining New Sanctuary Movement’s fast because I am also undocumented and fighting for immigrant rights. If my dad could walk here and not eat or drink anything for 3 days, I can fast for at least a day.” -Maria who works for …