Indiana’s SB 76 could increase cooperation btwn local officials & federal immigration, raising concerns about students' wellbeing in public schools. NIJC's Lisa Koop talks to @chalkbeat.org: https://www.chalkbeat.org/indiana/2026/02/18/indiana-immigration-bill-sb-76-could-impact-k12-schools
02.03.2026 02:38 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Graphic for the 27th Annual Human Rights Awards by the National Immigrant Justice Center. "Save the Date" is highlighted in a circle. Event details: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 in Chicago. The website immigrantjustice.org/HumanRightsAwards is included. Background features a diverse group of people holding hands in a line and looking determined.
SAVE THE DATE 📅: Join us for the 27th Annual NIJC Human Rights Awards honoring @ilattygeneral.bsky.social, Jenner & Block LLP and corporate, civic, and community leaders!
RSVP here: immigrantjustice.org/HumanRightsAwards
Yesterday, NIJC’s policy team and our allies took to Washington, D.C. for a day of action with one message for Congress: Not one dollar more for ICE & CBP. Shout out to all of our community partners for standing strong.
Watch us in action: https://www.youtube.com/live/juTZ9OfBOx0...
📢 BREAKING NEWS: NIJC & other legal services organizations are suing to stop an attempt to eliminate judicial review in immigration cases – a decision that would put due process & countless lives at risk.
Read our full statement here:
Congress let DHS funding lapse & it is negotiating a spending bill right now. We must demand that ICE & Border Patrol don't get one more dollar to terrorize our communities.
TAKE ACTION: Call (202) 224-3121 & send a message to your Senators & Reps now: https://immigrantjustice.org/StopICE
At the SOTU we expect hateful rhetoric that ignores the administration’s shameful, authoritarian policies that threaten our communities & democratic values. Here are a few things that our communities need that you won't hear about tonight.
immigrantjustice.org/blog/5-thing...
A shocking new oversight report from @schiff.senate.gov finds ICE & Border Patrol committed at least $144M to lethal weapons, making us all less safe. 🖊️ @nbcnews.com @daniellalsilva.bsky.social: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ice-spending-dhs-increased-weapons-2026-report-schiff-rcna259388
24.02.2026 17:48 — 👍 2 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
"...we are finally at the point where we're starting to see people get released." -NIJC's Mark Fleming after a Castañon Nava hearing. Judge ordered release of 4 people arrested w/o warrants & ruled new ICE policy violates decree.
Read more by @capitolnewsil.bsky.social @maggiedough.bsky.social:
If ICE is murdering civilians on camera, imagine what they’re doing behind closed doors.
Mass deportation and mass incarceration are incentivized by the same for-profit system. Behind every family separated, every meal denied in detention, every medical emergency ignored, someone is getting paid.
A graphic with large, text reads, "What to Do if You or a Loved One is Detained?" The top left corner has the logo for the National Immigrant Justice Center.
This image contains text from the National Immigrant Justice Center, outlining questions about immediate next steps, court hearings, bond release, and finding an attorney.
A QR code with the text "Learn more at: immigrantjustice.org/KYR-detained." National Immigrant Justice Center logo is in the bottom left corner.
Families are facing detention and disappearance of loved ones. Our guide, “What to Do if You or a Loved One Is Detained,” walks people through steps that they can take in this moment.
Help is still available: immigrantjustice.org/KYR-detained
Congress let DHS funding lapse. Now's the time to demand they don't give ICE & Border Patrol one more dollar.
TAKE ACTION: Call (202) 224-3121 & send a message to your Senators & Reps now: https://immigrantjustice.org/StopICE
An image with text in Spanish reading "Know your rights" and "What to do if you or a loved one is detained?". The background shows a family embracing each other. The logo of the National Immigrant Justice Center is in the top left corner.
Image featuring text in English: "This resource will answer the following questions: What are the immediate next steps to take? Will my loved one have a court hearing? Can my loved one be released on bail? How do I find a lawyer?" The logo for the National Immigrant Justice Center is visible in the bottom left corner, with a green arrow pointing right on a blue background.
QR code promoting immigrantjustice.org with Spanish text "Learn more at:" and logos of the National Immigrant Justice Center.
Familias en todo el país aún enfrentan detenciones forzadas y desapariciones de sus seres queridos. Queremos que las familias afectadas sepan: ¡no están solas! Nuestra guía orienta a las familias sobre los pasos inmediatos que pueden tomar ahora: https://immigrantjustice.org/es/KYR-detained
18.02.2026 23:42 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
This image is a Valentine-themed advocacy poster encouraging support for immigrants. It features a Bell Hooks quote, "Love is an action," and calls for actions like ending funding for ICE and detention centers, and expanding legal pathways for immigrants. It provides a link to contact members of Congress at immigrantjustice.org/StopICE.
This Valentine’s Day, we are sending love to immigrants across the country. ❣️
As our community members face increased violence & dehumanization, we choose love & solidarity by taking action. Call & message Congress: (202) 224-3121 & https://immigrantjustice.org/StopICE
#ToImmigrantsWithLove
"When I left the courtroom, the doors opened, and there were three immigration agents waiting for me."
Listen to NIJC client Helen tell her story, in her own words. Then tell Congress: No More Money for ICE. immigrantjustice.org/StopICE
A group of people are gathered around a table with laptops and documents, engaged in a discussion. The image promotes job openings at the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) with the text: "OPEN JOBS AT NIJC. Fight for justice for all full-time! Apply here: immigrantjustice.org/careers."
A hiring announcement from NIJC listing open positions. Roles include Legal Supervisor for Immigrant Legal Defense, Staff Attorney for LGBTQ Project, Staff Attorney for Detention Project, Supervising Attorney for Detention Team, and Paralegal for Children's Protection Project. Additional openings are available. Apply at immigrantjustice.org/careers.
📣 Join the fight for justice: NIJC is hiring full-time staff NOW!
We have opportunities available across all experience levels on our LGBTQ, Children's, Immigrant Legal Defense projects, & others.
Don’t wait! 💼 Explore our roles and apply here ASAP: http://immigrantjustice.org/careers
In January, a Minneapolis elementary school student disappeared as ICE raids surged. A month later, classmates found her in a Texas family detention center after their own release. ICE must stop targeting & detaining kids.
Take action: immigrantjustice.org/StopICE
Read more:
“The violence we see today is a direct consequence of the $170 billion that Congress handed to Homeland Security in last year’s reconciliation bill, fueling the administration’s mass detention & deportation agenda at an unprecedented scale, “ said Setareh, from DWN in an op-ed for the @thehill.com
12.02.2026 17:33 — 👍 9 🔁 7 💬 0 📌 1
Children don't belong in detention. ICE is targeting more children, holding a daily avg. of 170 kids in detention in Trump's second term—a six-fold increase.
Read more by @themarshallproject.org @shannonheffernan.bsky.social:
"What we have seen now on a much larger scale, is federal agents indiscriminately stopping and arresting individuals without warrants."
-NIJC's Mark Fleming in @abc7chicago.bsky.social
Graphics urging action against ICE and Border Patrol. Text reads: 'ACT NOW! Tell Congress: STOP ICE and Border Patrol's cruelty and invest in our communities instead.' Includes National Immigrant Justice Center logo and a call to action at immigrantjustice.org/StopICE.
Call to action encouraging people to contact their members of Congress. It instructs viewers to call the Capitol switchboard and ask for their Senators or Representatives. The logo for the National Immigrant Justice Center is present at the bottom left.
![Image showing a script advocating for constituents to call the Capitol switchboard at 202-224-3121 and use this script with their Sentaros and Representatives: "Hello my name is [you name], and as a constituent I urge [Sen or Rep name] to oppose any legislation that expands immigration detention and gives ICE or Border Patrol more money to detain and harm our community members." The National Immigrant Justice Center logo is at the bottom.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:keijnig54v5rx3mlzucl3gf3/bafkreigbk3k346qbmfgujsr2avsw6vkja5uvrr5e2thqeypcv4sx6vcd5u@jpeg)
Image showing a script advocating for constituents to call the Capitol switchboard at 202-224-3121 and use this script with their Sentaros and Representatives: "Hello my name is [you name], and as a constituent I urge [Sen or Rep name] to oppose any legislation that expands immigration detention and gives ICE or Border Patrol more money to detain and harm our community members." The National Immigrant Justice Center logo is at the bottom.
ACTION: Tell your Reps & Senators to demand no more funding for ICE & Border Patrol, redirect funds from these agencies, & ensure serious policy changes to stop the violence waged on our communities!
CALL Congress at (202) 224-3121 & send a message: immigrantjustice.org/St
Illinois leaders are pushing back as federal agents’ actions in Minnesota spark concerns about community safety and civil liberties. Illinois communities are preparing for influxes of ICE & Border Patrol agents.
08.02.2026 03:01 — 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
We MUST REJECT any effort to give ICE & Border Patrol more money. Send a message to Congress NOW: immigrantjustice.org/StopICE
06.02.2026 22:40 — 👍 25 🔁 8 💬 0 📌 0
New records show Trump admin lied about South Side Chicago raid violently arresting people of color. "once the facts come out, it becomes very clear that the administration is not being honest with the public." -NIJC's Mark Fleming to @npr.org: www.npr.org/2026/02/06/n...
06.02.2026 21:39 — 👍 7 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0There are so many people, leaders, community members, organizations, you name it, on the ground in Minnesota coming together to protect their neighbors. Here are some of them that you can support. Get the list and more information at StandWithMinnesota.com.
06.02.2026 00:09 — 👍 7 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 0
Victory! The Immigrant Safety Act was just signed into law by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham.
New Mexico is sending a message: ICE can't be allowed to continue terrorizing our communities.
✋ Volunteers needed! We’re seeking volunteer interpreters in ASL, Arabic (North African & Mauritanian), Quechua, Spanish, Indonesian, Urdu & more to help community members in their immigration cases. Sign up now: https://immigrantjustice.org/LanguageVolunteer
05.02.2026 01:00 — 👍 5 🔁 7 💬 0 📌 0
Congress is negotiating a short-term funding measure that includes ICE and Border Patrol funding, and they need to keep hearing from YOU!
TAKE ACTION | Tell Congress to stop funding for ICE and Border Patrol and end the violence on our communities: https://immigrantjustice.org/StopICE
Fire Noem.
03.02.2026 16:54 — 👍 14 🔁 4 💬 3 📌 1
🚨 Yesterday, a federal judge postponed the Trump Admins attempt to strip Haitian TPS holders of status while the case proceeds
All TPS status protections remain in effect, including that they cannot be detained based on their immigration status + remain authorized to work
“People have literally disappeared. Lawyers, experienced lawyers, have not known how to locate their own clients..." -NIJC Director of Policy Azadeh Erfani in @themainemonitor.org
03.02.2026 00:43 — 👍 6 🔁 4 💬 2 📌 1
