National Network

The National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights works for justice and human rights and promotes equal rights for all, regardless of immigration status.

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

As immigration agents ramp up violence in Chicago and across the U.S., immigrants (and other POC) are suffering. Targeting one community is a gateway to oppressing others. We are only as free as the most subjugated among us.

[Brad Lander @bradlander]

Hi, this is Meg Barnette, Brad's wife.

While escorting a defendant out of immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza, Brad was taken by masked agents and detained by ICE.

This is still developing, and our team is monitoring the situation closely.

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

NNIRR condemns the violent federal crackdown in LA targeting immigrant communities & peaceful dissent.

Read our full statement:https://t.co/8DM4ks02LQ

[UN Working Group on Enforced Disappearances @WGEID]

It is important to keep talking and learning about enforced disappearances in the context of migration. Thank you @NNIRRnetwork for organizing this workshop.

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

The Trump administration is trying to end the Flores Settlement — a key safeguard protecting immigrant children from indefinite detention in unsafe conditions. Flores counsel pledges to fight this attack. The battle for human rights continues. #ImmigrantRights

[Kathleen Bush-Joseph @KathleenBushJo2]

Recommend reading @the_ILRC toolkit on expanded expedited removal. "Immigration officers usually do not tell someone that they are being placed in the expedited removal process, so it can be difficult to know for sure"

Has sections on when to stay silent vs not if stopped by ICE

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

We strongly denounce the recent comments made by the Texas Department of Public Safety director, referring to undocumented immigrants as "cockroaches." This kind of dehumanizing language only serves to justify and incite abuse and violence against people in vulnerable situations.

[Heartland Signal @HeartlandSignal]

Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steve McCraw doubles down on referring to undocumented immigrants as "cockroaches" that are part of an "infestation":

"Texas is not going to allow any part of this state to be infested with that type of disease."

[Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ARCHIVED) @the_ILRC]

The Fifth Circuit of Appeals has ruled the maiming buoys along the Rio Grande can stay – what does this signal for the future? 🤔

Immigration is an international occurrence. This means global impacts, be they economic, or environmental, are a DIRECT cause for migration.

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[Beto O'Rourke @BetoORourke]

He pushed for laws to give migrants a lawful, orderly and safe path to the U.S.

When Congress refused to act, he did what he could to help the most desperate and vulnerable, saving the lives of countless migrants. He helped us to live up to our values.

https://t.co/b3WXcMvqUO

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

Migrant deaths in the San Diego sector have been rising for years- recent CBP reports shows the majority of deaths on the border are due to environmental exposure/heat.
"Analysts expect recent immigration restriction policies will exacerbate the situation" https://t.co/RzLGxuFPkI

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

We will continue to work with our colleagues like @HaitianBridge to urge Congress to implement policy changes to remedy and strengthen U.S. and international commitments to protect and uphold the rights of migrants and asylum-seekers.

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

We celebrate the Biden Administration extending and redesignating TPS for Haiti. This step is crucial in providing relief and security to Haitian communities, especially those seeking refuge in the US from the dire situation in Haiti, recently exacerbated by natural disasters ->

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

We applaud the introduction of the "Chance to Come Home" resolution by Reps. Cleaver (D-MO), Espaillat (D-NY) & Trone (D-MD), along with Sen. Booker (D-NJ) & backed by @NIJC . Family separation policies impose irreparable injustices and harms on families.https://t.co/A82KyvqESX

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

"We don’t want to see legalization in exchange for increased border militarization or more immigrant detention or deportation." @DetentionWatch https://t.co/TYRelQ2ATV

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

Thank you @verainstitute and @NPNA for delivering this letter to Congress. We joined in urging leaders to help safeguard the due process rights of people in removal proceedings by providing access to legal representation. #humanrights4all #migrantrightsarehumanrights

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

Tomorrow 3/21 March and Vigil in El Paso, TX: “This vigil will serve as a powerful reminder that our community remains united in our defense of the rights and dignity of vulnerable migrants, humanitarian workers & volunteers" - Dylan C. @HopeBorder #DoNotBeAfraid #HumanDignity

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

San Antonio, Tx - Public Comment is your opportunity to address your City of San Antonio elected officials directly about issues that are important to you and your community. The People Speak Out #NOTOSB4!

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

In Black History Month we center the voices of Black immigrant leadership. Our collaborative work with @BAJItweet addresses the impacts of racism, the need to create regulatory frameworks that strengthen human rights, racial equality & non-discrimination in immigration law.

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

We denounce Texas’s anti-human rights policies and call for the end of Operation Lone Star and S.B. 4!

[National Network @NNIRRnetwork]

"We stand with @AHouseElPaso. Migration is a human right. Organizations that accept and assist people in highly vulnerable situations are adhering to their righteous mission and international human rights laws." #EndOLS #SB4 #MigrantsRightsAreHumanRights