In solidarity with Lights for Liberty, Democrats Abroad France will hold live and virtual vigils on July 12th, 2019 when mass gatherings will take place at detention centers and in local communities across the US.
We abhor, repudiate and protest the policies of the current administration that have lead to the inhumane conditions under which immigrants and refugees (including children separated from their caregivers) are being held in the United States of America.
WHAT IS LIGHTS FOR LIBERTY?
"We are a coalition of people, many of whom are mothers, dedicated to human rights, and the fundamental principle behind democracy that all human beings have a right to life, liberty and dignity.
We are partnering with international, national, regional and local communities and organizations who believe that these fundamental rights are not negotiable and are willing to protect them."
PARTICIPATE IN ONE OF THE LIVE VIGILS BEING HELD ACROSS FRANCE:
CALL CONGRESS!
Use this script to contact your Senators and your Congressperson --> You will also find links to know who are your members of Congress and how to contact them.
Read more for information on joining our global virtual vigil!
JOIN OUR VIRTUAL VIGIL
If there is not a live vigil being held near you, join Democrats Abroad's global online vigil to stand with detainees, asylum seekers, and immigrant families. We'll include your photo to create a giant collage of Americans from all over the world, like this one.
1. Use this sign [pdf] [doc], adding where you currently live and where you vote.
2. Light a candle.
3. Take a picture with your sign and candle. Be sure your face can be seen!
4. Send your pic to [email protected]
5. Post your pic on social media with the hashtags:#LightsforLiberty, #ClosetheCamps, and #DAResists.
