Immigration
Current governmental systems cause immigrants to be among the most exploited members of society, often denied even basic human rights. The MICAH Immigration taskforce is responsible for informing recent immigrants of their civil liberties and responsibilities under the law. Members meet with public officials and social awareness groups to discuss the need for reform of insignificant laws like the Draconian Immigration Law of 1996. Efforts are also made to call attention to the humanistic accounts of unfair treatment and undeserved manipulation of a people.
- Action: Pressured the Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS) office in Milwaukee to expand hours of operation and hire bilingual staff.
Results: Created easier access to information for immigrants seeking citizenship.
- Action: Held "Law Day", an informational event to explain immigrant rights.
Results: Over 200 people attended, causing a development of additional trainings and community meetings that engaged hundreds more around the issues.
- Present action: Working for a new amnesty law.
Future results: Reunification of immigrant families and their ability to live free of fear.
