The Wells Police Department becomes the first in Maine to sign a contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Executive Director Sue Roche explains why such agreements harm immigrant communities and hurt the rights and public safety of all residents.
Read MoreExecutive Director Sue Roche explains the importance of Maine Rep. Ambureen Rana's proposed bill that would prohibit local and state law enforcement agencies from contracting with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Read MoreILAP joins Jose Adalberto Herrera’s lawyer in highlighting the unprecedented nature of Jose’s detention, condemning this cruel form of family separation.
Read MorePolicy Director Lisa Parisio details the Trump administration’s attacks on humanitarian protections for many immigrant communities, including people from Ukraine who may soon have their legal status revoked.
Read MoreExecutive Director Sue Roche was among four community leaders recognized with an award by Women United Around the World (WUAW) during the organization’s fashion show and gala this year.
Read MoreExecutive Director Sue Roche condemns the detention of Lewiston teenager, Jose Adalberto Herrera, calling for the Trump administration to immediately release Jose and reunite him with his family.
Read MorePolicy Director Lisa Parisio writes an op-ed about the Trump administration’s new “gold card” proposal, highlighting why prioritizing immigration options only for the ultrawealthy hurts us all.
Read MoreILAP community member Susan Payne writes a Letter to the Editor encouraging people to donate to organizations, like ILAP, the ACLU, and others, as a way to take action against the Trump administration’s attacks on democracy and human rights.
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