Come find your place at the table

How immigrant communities have organized to educate each other about legal rights during enforcement encounters, from the 1980s sanctuary movement to today.

The history of the federal program that automatically shared fingerprints from local arrests with immigration databases, funneling people into deportation.

Baltimore has been a city of immigrants since its founding, with waves of migration shaping its neighborhoods, culture, and economy across centuries.

The history of local-federal immigration enforcement partnerships in Maryland, including which jurisdictions have participated and community resistance efforts.

The history of Baltimore's port as a gateway for immigrants, from European arrivals at Locust Point to contemporary port enforcement.

Training community members in nonviolent direct action tactics to protect neighbors from deportation, including de-escalation, legal observation, and civil disobedience.

Volunteers attending immigration court hearings to observe, document, and bear witness to how our neighbors are treated in the deportation system.

A nonprofit organization that works to improve the quality of life for immigrants and their families through education, workforce development, and advocacy.

A coalition of organizations working together to advocate for immigrant rights, provide direct services, and build political power in Baltimore.

Providing free and low-cost immigration legal services, including help with naturalization, DACA renewals, and family-based petitions.

Parent-run childcare cooperatives providing affordable, culturally-responsive care while building community and economic opportunity for immigrant families.

Health clinics that welcome all patients regardless of status, provide language access, and have policies protecting patient information from immigration enforcement.

Programs matching immigrant families with sponsor households who provide ongoing support, resources, and connection—building lasting relationships across difference.

Volunteer-based networks that provide real-time support and accompaniment when ICE is reported in the community, helping families stay safe and informed.

Baltimore's commitment to limiting local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protecting immigrant residents from unnecessary targeting.

Programs helping eligible residents complete the naturalization process—because citizenship provides the strongest protection against deportation.

A rapid-response fund providing immediate financial assistance to families affected by detention, deportation, or other immigration emergencies.

Expanding access to bank accounts and financial services for immigrants regardless of status—because financial inclusion enables economic stability.

Networks of community interpreters who provide real-time interpretation at meetings, rallies, and events, ensuring everyone can participate regardless of language.

A fund ensuring that every person facing deportation has access to legal representation, regardless of ability to pay—because everyone deserves a fair hearing.

Learn to accompany immigrants to ICE check-ins, court hearings, or other appointments where a supportive presence can make a difference.

Help eligible immigrants complete naturalization applications at free community workshops that provide assistance and legal screening.

Attend immigration court proceedings to document what happens and provide a supportive presence for those facing deportation.

Assist immigrant families in gathering and organizing documents, photos, and records that may be important for legal cases or family history.

Contribute needed items like clothing, hygiene products, phone cards, or other supplies that help immigrants and their families.