NW Ohio Immigrant Rights Network

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The NW Ohio Immigrant Rights Network is made up of organizations, faith-communities, and other groups and individuals acting in solidarity with the immigrant community to build humane, just, safe, equitable, and welcoming communities for all. The NW OH Immigrant Rights Network is a program within La Conexion, an organization which works with the Latinx and recent immigrant community in the areas of capacity building, immigrant integration and social justice. The NW Ohio Immigrant Rights Network is made up of organizations, faith-communities, and other groups and individuals acting in solidarity with the immigrant community to build humane, just, safe, equitable, and welcoming communities for us all through capacity building, public education and social justice. Achieving a just, clear, and equitable system of immigration policies which decriminalizes migration, includes a pathway to legal permanent residency for those who are already members of our community, better serves our local economies, and respects the value of families, diversity, and human dignity.
2. Empowering immigrants and immigrant-based organizations to fully participate in our region by eliminating the legislative, social, linguistic, and economic barriers which restrict their ability to achieve success for themselves and their families.
3. Enriching our region by building a more equitable, safe, and inclusive culture which welcomes and retains new immigrants and develops environments where we all can live and thrive. Follow this page to find out about our upcoming events and activities, as well as to read news and personal stories about how immigration is impacting our community and our country. Message one of our admins for more information on specific meetings and upcoming activities.

09/11/2026

By La Conexion

09/04/2026

In Memory of Pierre Damas Bel

The Northwest Ohio Immigrants Rights Network joins communities across Ohio in mourning the heartbreaking loss of Pierre Damas Bel. Pierre was more than an immigration case. He was a student and a young man with dreams for his future.

Democratic candidate for Ohio governor Acton is taking a different position from many in her party by supporting local p...
08/28/2026

Democratic candidate for Ohio governor Acton is taking a different position from many in her party by supporting local police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Her stance follows an endorsement from the Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association.

Democratic candidate for Ohio governor Dr. Amy Acton is breaking from her party to support local police in working with ICE. This comes as GOP Vivek Ramaswamy raises concerns about mass surveillance due to Flock cameras.

Catholic sisters in Blue Ash, Ohio, stand in solidarity with Haitian immigrants reporting to ICE after the Trump adminis...
08/20/2026

Catholic sisters in Blue Ash, Ohio, stand in solidarity with Haitian immigrants reporting to ICE after the Trump administration rescinded Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti. The Sisters of Divine Providence and other faith groups spoke up for the rights and dignity of immigrants, dismayed at the growth of immigration enforcement. About 700 people gathered outside the ICE office chanting, “ICE does not speak for the people!” Their actions reflect their commitment to “gospel justice” and serve as a plea for humane treatment of immigrants in a fraught political climate.

Catholic nuns are playing a visible role among religious leaders organizing demonstrations now that ICE is conducting operations in Springfield, Ohio to deport Haitian refugees who’ve had their protected status taken away.

For the first time in more than 50 years, immigration rates are turning net negative in rural America, posing a serious ...
08/19/2026

For the first time in more than 50 years, immigration rates are turning net negative in rural America, posing a serious threat to communities that depended on immigrants for workforce revitalization. Experts say immigration has been essential to offsetting population declines in rural areas. Deportation-focused policies are also causing social and economic upheaval, as demonstrated by instances in places like Springfield, Ohio, where recent deportation attempts have depleted local services and put pressure on economies that depend on immigrant labor. Experts contend that immigration is crucial for rural communities to prosper, even though polling shows widespread support for immigration reform. Without it, these areas' populations will age and continue to decline.

In rural America, communities that leaned on immigrants to revive their workforce and economies are watching that lifeline disappear.

04/18/2026

PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA

La coalición pide una revisión urgente tras un incidente en el que la policía detuvo a una joven de 15 años

La Coalición de Unidad Negra y Latina está profundamente preocupada por el incidente en el que una joven de 15 años fue detenida por la fuerza por la policía mientras caminaba por su vecindario con amigas.

Lo que vimos en el video no refleja los estándares que la policía en nuestra comunidad se comprometió a seguir. El Código de Conducta, firmado por la Oficina del Sheriff, el Departamento de Policía de Toledo y funcionarios de la ciudad, deja claro cómo deben interactuar los policías con el público.

Las acciones que se observan parecen contradecir esas expectativas. Los policías deben mantener la calma, dar oportunidad a las personas de cumplir antes de usar la fuerza y priorizar bajar la tensión en todo momento. Si el uso de la fuerza es necesario, debe limitarse a lo que sea razonable y reducirse en cuanto cualquier amenaza percibida disminuya. No se debe usar la fuerza cuando no está justificada, especialmente si no hay resistencia activa.

El Código de Conducta no existe solo en papel. Este momento exige responsabilidad. Está para guiar interacciones reales y proteger la dignidad y seguridad de la comunidad, especialmente de nuestros jóvenes.

El acuerdo también establece un proceso claro de respuesta en situaciones como esta, incluyendo la posibilidad de que la comunidad solicite una reunión formal. Ese proceso debe respetarse.

Mover a un policía a otro vecindario no es hacerse responsable. No repara el daño ni demuestra que se van a cumplir las reglas.

La capacitación ya es un requisito dentro del Código de Conducta. La pregunta ahora es qué consecuencias habrá cuando no se cumplan esos estándares. Nuestra comunidad merece una respuesta clara que incluya responsabilidad, transparencia y el compromiso de que esto no vuelva a pasar.

Estamos con el liderazgo de nuestra miembro de la junta, Darlene Sweeney-Newbern, y con la NAACP en este asunto.

Estamos solicitando una revisión formal de este incidente, una explicación pública de las acciones tomadas y consecuencias claras cuando no se cumplan las reglas del Código de Conducta.

04/17/2026

Following last month’s class action lawsuit filed by CRIS, ACLUOhio, and ABLE-Ohio that challenges warrantless arrests by ICE in Ohio, today we filed a motion for a preliminary injunction. This motions asks the court to temporarily halt these arrests while the case moves forward—seeking immediate protections as the broader legal challenge is considered. Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/82kmt3x3

03/06/2026

On this episode, we highlight local welcoming efforts and shows how community partnerships, resources, and cultural bridges strengthen belonging for immigran...

03/06/2026

Congress must rein in ICE funding and establish accountability measures.

03/06/2026

The Constitution guarantees birthright citizenship. No president can change that.

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