Our Recent Impact

On Jan 30, Gov. Kathy Hochul proposed banning 287(g) agreements between local law enforcement and ICE. But that alone won’t shield New Yorkers from a mass deportation agenda. The New York for All Act (#NY4All) would stop local and state resources from fueling family separation.

Governor Hochul and legislative leaders: take bold action and pass the New York for All Act this legislative session!

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Meet our New Executive Directors!

We are announcing our powerful new executive team.

On April 1st, Natalia Aristizabal (left) and Rebecca Telzak (right) join Sienna Fontaine (center) as Co–Executive Directors. Together, they are ready to navigate the threats against our communities and seize the possibilities ahead.

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Our 2026 Democracy Day: Passing NY4All

On February 12th, more than 200 of our members from Long Island, NYC, and Westchester travelled to Albany to demand bold action so every family, no matter their immigration status, can live and thrive in our state.

Together, we called on state officials to pass the New York for All Act & the Invest In Our New York package of bills.

¡Sí se puede!

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Together New Yorkers say: ICE Out for Good

On January 23rd, thousands of outraged New Yorkers took to the streets in solidarity with Minneapolis as they face an expanding occupation and escalating ICE violence, pressing elected officials for the passage of the New York for All Act (#NY4All) here in our state, exposing ICE profiteers, and demanding a future where our communities can live without fear or state violence.

 

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A Bold Agenda for a New Era

New York is one of the most vibrant and diverse places in the country. This state is full of immigrants and working-class people of color who vitalize communities, provide safety, and are the economic engine of the wealthiest city in the world. But the fabric of our state is under assault.

We need city and state leaders to meet the moment and take bold action to ensure that every family, regardless of immigration status, has the opportunity to flourish. Here are our members’ policy recommendations for New York legislators.

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We Protect Us!

A hub for up-to-date information and Know Your Rights resources, including our Deportation Defense Manual, in English and Spanish.

With the ongoing threat of mass deportations, immigrant communities and allies need to have updated information and easily accessible resources.

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We Protect Us!

A hub for up-to-date information and Know Your Rights resources, including our Deportation Defense Manual, in English and Spanish. With the ongoing threat of mass deportations, immigrant communities and allies need to have updated information and easily accessible resources.

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