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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

⚠️IMPORTANT UPDATE⚠️ Please note our new email address, accompaniment@beyondbondboston.org ! As a reminder, this email address is for general inquiries only, and all requests for support should be sent to to our Family Hotline (617-396-7143) through call, text, or voicemail.

Dark blue background, white and green text. "WHAT IS BIJAN" title.
"The Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment
Network (BIJAN) is a volunteer network in the Boston area that supports people affected by immigration detention in New England."
"We also host the Beyond Bond and Legal Defense Fund (BBLDF), which pays immigration bonds for people with a connection to Massachusetts."
"Swipe to learn how we can help" followed by arrow symbol.
"(English + Español)"

Dark gray background, green and white text. "NEED SUPPORT?" title.
"If you were arrested by ICE or have an upcoming check-in, contact us."
"DETAINED HOTLINE 617-637-8195"
"Call from immigration jail, 7 days a week. Answered in English and Spanish. Due to call volume, you may need to call back over a couple of days.
"CALL, TEXT, VOICEMAIL 617-396-7143"
"Any language. Volunteers typically respond within 24 hours"
"accompaniment@beyondbondboston.org"
"Help for detained people / swipe," followed by arrow symbol.
"BIJAN" bottom left text.
"beyondbondboston.org" bottom right text.

Orange background, white text. "IF YOU ARE DETAINED" title.
"How BIJAN can help:"
Bulleted list. "- $20/month commissary support"
"- Possibly a free lawyer for your bond yearning (if you lived or worked in Massachusetts)"
"- Support letters for immigration/bond hearings"
"- Virtual accompaniment at immigration hearings"
"- Pen pal letters of support from the community"
"- Outreach to your loved ones in MA to connect them with resources"
"- Advocacy around jail conditions and medical issues"
"- Help paying your immigration bond"
"Help for non-detained people" followed by arrow symbol.
"BIJAN" bottom left text.
"beyondbondboston.org" bottom right text.

White background with orange, black, and dark blue text. "IF YOU ARE NOT DETAINED" title.
"How BIJAN can help:"
Bulleted list. "- Rides to health or immigration appointments"
"- In-person accompaniment at ICE check-ins, court hearings, and other immigration appointments"
"Want to get involved? Join BIJAN!"
"beyondbondboston.org/join"
"Desliza para español" followed by arrow symbol.
"BIJAN" bottom left text.
"beyondbondboston.org" bottom right text.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

AVISO IMPORTANTE: ¡nueva dirección de correo electrónico: accompaniment@beyondbondboston.org! Este correo es solo para consultas generales. Envíe todas las solicitudes de apoyo a nuestra línea directa para familias al 617-396-7143 (llamada, mensaje de texto o correo de voz).

Fondo azul oscuro, texto blanco y verde. Título: "¿Qué es BIJAN?"
"La Red de Acompañamiento para la Justicia Migratoria de Boston (BIJAN, por sus siglas en inglés) es una red de voluntariado en el área de Boston que brinda apoyo a las personas afectadas por la detención migratoria en
Nueva Inglaterra."
"También administramos el Fondo de Fianzas y
Defensa Legal (BBLDF), el cual cubre las fianzas de inmigración de personas que tienen vínculos con
Massachusetts."
"Desliza para saber cómo podemos ayudarte" seguido de simbolo de flecha.

Fondo gris oscuro, texto verde y blanco. Título:
"¿NECESITA APOYO?"
"Si fue arrestado por ICE o tiene una cita de registro próxima, contáctenos"
"617-637-8195" "LÍNEA DIRECTA PARA DETENIDOS"
"Llame desde el centro de detención de inmigración, los 7 días de la semana. Se atiende en inglés y español.
Debido al volumen de llamadas, es posible que deba volver a llamar a lo largo de un par de días."
"617-396-7143" "LLAMADA, MENSAJE DE TEXTO O BUZÓN DE VO"
"En Cualquier idioma. Los voluntarios responden en un plazo de 24 horas."
"accompaniment@beyondbondboston.org"
"Ayuda para personas detenidas," seguido de símbolo de flecha.
"BIJAN" texto en la parte inferior izquierda.
"beyondbondboston.org" texto en la parte inferior derecha.

Fondo naranja, texto blanco. Título: "SI USTED SE ENCUENTRA DETENIDO"
"Cómo puede ayudar BIJAN:"
Lista con viñetas: "- Apoyo para gastos de la comisaría por $20 al mes"
"- Posiblemente, un abogado gratuito para su audiencia de fianza (si usted residía o trabajaba en
Massachussetts)"
"- Cartas de apoyo para audiencias de inmigración o de fianza"
"- Acompañamiento virtual en audiencias de inmigración"
"- Cartas de apoyo de la comunidad (a través de correspondencia)"
"- Contacto con sus seres queridos en MA para conectarlos con recursos"
"- Defensa y gestión en relación con las condiciones carcelarias y problemas médicos"
"- Ayuda para pagar su fianza de inmigración"
"Ayuda para personas no detenidas" seguido de símbolo de flecha.
"BIJAN" texto en la parte inferior izquierda.
"beyondbondboston.org" texto en la parte inferior derecha.

Fondo blanco con texto naranja, negro y azul oscuro.
Título: "SI NO ESTÁS DETENIDO"
"Cómo puede ayudar BIJAN::"
Lista con viñetas: "- Traslados a citas médicas o de inmigración"
"- Acompañamiento presencial en presentaciones ante
ICE, audiencias judiciales y otras citas de inmigración"
"¿Quieres participar? ¡Únase a BIJAN!"
"beyondbondboston.org/join"
"BIJAN" texto en la parte inferior izquierda.
"beyondbondboston.org" texto en la parte inferior derecha.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

An encouraging step forward, but not enough! In July 2026, the Massachusetts State Legislature passed the PROTECT ACT. The bill is a testament to the powerful organizing done by our communities in Massachusetts and across the country. But our work for full protections continues. Swipe to learn more.

White text in red box on white background. “About the Protect Act.” title.
Black text on white background. “The Massachusetts State Legislature passed the PROTECT ACT in July 2026.”
Red text on white background. “The Protect Act is an important step forward, but”
Red underlined text on white background. “more protections are needed”
Red text on white background. “for Massachusetts’ immigrants.”
Black text on white background. “While we know we need stronger protections beyond this bill, the passage of this reflects the”
Black underlined text on white background. “powerful organizing by our communities”
Black text on white background. “in Massachusetts and across the country.”
Red text on white background. “Swipe for more info >>>” subtitle.
Blue text on white background (bottom left side). “BIJAN”
Blue text on white background (bottom right side). “beyondbondboston.org”

Green text on brown background. “The three-pronged platform by the People’s Protect Act Coalition:” title.
Green text on brown background. “1. End local law enforcement collaboration with ICE:” numbered list.
Green text on brown background. “- prohibit information sharing with ICE” bullet point.
Green text on brown background. “- ban all 287(g) Contracts in MA” bullet point.
Green text on brown background. “- end fusion centers like Boston Regional Intelligence Center” bullet point.
Green text on brown background. “2. Expand optional virtual court access.” numbered list.
Green text on brown background. “3. Improve the U/T visa certification process for survivors.” numbered list.
White text on white background (bottom left side). “BIJAN”
White text on white background (bottom right side). “beyondbondboston.org”

Texts included in the green box on the top part of the post.
Blue bolded text on white background. “Included in the Protect Act:” Title.
Green checkmark preceded blue text on white background. “Limits on immigration arrests within courthouses.”
Green checkmark preceded blue text on white background. “Improvements to the U/T visa certification process for survivors.”
Bolded underlined black text on white background. “Not Included:” Title.
Red X mark preceded black text on white background. “Ending police collaboration with ICE.”
Red X mark preceded black text on white background. “Banning 287(g) agreements without exception.”
Red X mark preceded black text on white background. “Ending fusion centers.”
Red X mark preceded black text on white background. “Eliminating exceptions allowing for information sharing with ICE, to protect criminalized immigrants particularly exposed to immigration enforcement.”
Red X mark preceded black text on white background. “Inclusion of key impacted immigrant communities, including Muslim and AAPI communities, from representation on the newly formed Commission."
Blue text on white background (bottom left side). “BIJAN”
Blue text on white background (bottom right side). “beyondbondboston.org”

Bolded red text on white background. “The work continued.” Title.
Red text on white background. “For too long, we have seen how the voices of current and formerly incarcerated immigrants are erased from policy because of criminal carveouts, and the PROTECT ACT is no exception.”
Red text on white background. “This approach reinforces the very systems that have long placed immigrants at greater risk of detention and deportation.”
Red underlined text on white background. “We urge our government leaders”
Red text on white background. “Not to stop at the PROTECT ACT, but to continue building with us swiftly”
Red underlined text on white background. “to enact the fullest protections Massachusetts can provide for all immigrants.”
Blue text on white background (bottom left side). “BIJAN”
Blue text on white background (bottom right side). “beyondbondboston.org”

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Our hotlines are experiencing an increase in volume, and our bond fund is once again depleted. Since May, the we have freed 75 people from ICE jail. We are incredibly grateful for our community, and we are calling on you once more to donate to the bond fund and help free our immigrant neighbors!

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Kick ICE out of Massachusetts! Join us this Saturday, July 25, from 2-3:30 pm at Plymouth County Correctional Facility to demand an END to ICE detention in Massachusetts. When: Saturday, July 25th, 2026 from 2-3:30 pm Where: Plymouth County Correctional Facility, 25 Long Pond Road, Plymouth, MA

Reddish brown text on black background. “Join us in demanding an END to ICE detention in Massachusetts.”
Black and white photo of a hand raising protest sign reading “ICE OUT OF PLYMOUTH.”
Green text on black background. “RALLY.” title.
Green text on black background. “SAT. JULY 25, 2-3:30 PM” title.
White text on black background. “Plymouth County Correctional Facility”
White text on black background. “25 Long Pond Road, Plymouth, MA”
Reddish brown text on black background. “BIJAN - beyondbondboston.org >>” subtitle.

Bolded blue text on white background (left side). “HOW YOU CAN HELP” title.
Bolded blue text on white background, numbered list “1. Attend the protest on Saturday, July 25. Stand with us until change becomes impossible to ignore.”
“2. Donate to the BIJAN Bond and Legal Defense Fund to free people in ICE prisons.”
White text on blue highlighted background (center). “beyondbondboston.org”
Underlined green text on blue highlighted background (center). “/donate”
Blue text on white background (bottom left side). “BIJAN - beyondbondboston.org”

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Join us Saturday, July 25th 2:00 to 3:30 PM outside Plymouth County Correctional Facility Abuse and deplorable conditions have been documented at PCCF for over 25 years. Demand justice & stand in solidarity with your community and use your voice to say that human beings deserve care, not cages!

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

¿Has oído hablar de los «Mega Masters» en las noticias? ¿No tienes claro de qué se trata? Desliza la pantalla para saber más sobre la última medida en la ofensiva del gobierno contra los inmigrantes.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Have you been hearing about Mega Masters on the news? Are you unsure what they are? Swipe and learn more about the latest addition in the government’s attacks on immigrants.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

A new Rhode Island Bill will lessen the harm of ICE detention in the state. Read on to learn how you can help pass the 364-Day Bill to protect Rhode Island’s immigrant communities. Write to your RI state legislator to pass the 364-Day Bill. Link in our bio.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Our bond fund is depleted. Volunteers are being forced to turn people away. Since January we have freed 169 people from ICE detention — $1.5 million in bonds paid. People are counting on us Donate any amount: beyondbondboston.org/donate Please share this with anyone who wants to make a difference

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Curious about how local police in Boston are sharing your data with ICE? Learn more about BRIC, the Boston Regional Intelligence Center, and how they target marginalized communities and protest movements.

A peaceful protestor calmly stands with hands behind their back in front of multiple police officers suited in full riot gear. Bold text over top reads:
"WHAT IS BRIC, AND WHY SHOULD BOSTON RESIDENTS CARE?" title.
"Swipe to learn about data sharing, local police, and ICE >>"

A zoomed view of a net displays text over top:
“WHAT IS BRIC?” title.
"The Boston Regional Intelligence Center (BRIC) is a DHS-funded "fusion center", one of 80 across the U.S., created after 9/11 to share surveillance data across local, state, and federal law enforcement."
"BRIC monitors 24/7 street camera footage, maintains a gang database, and operates with little public oversight."

A group of protestors gather in a crowded plaza with an organizer chanting into a megaphone. A large Black Lives Matter flag flows in the background with other protest signs. Text over top reads:
"BRIC TARGETS BLACK & BROWN COMMUNITIES" title.
"Fusion centers are notorious for surveilling marginalized communities and protest movements."
Below, a bulleted list displays the following facts:
"- 97.7% of people in BRIC's gang database are people of color"
"- BRIC used Geofeedia, a social media surveillance tool, to monitor Arabic phrases and track hashtags like #BlackLivesMatter"
"- Muslim communities were specifically targeted."

A zoomed view of police motorcycles lining a city street. Text over top reads:
"BRIC IS A BACK DOOR FOR ICE" title.
"Through BRIC, ICE can access fingerprints and personal data of Boston residents."
"In 2025, Boston applied for a $12M DHS grant with a new requirement that 10% fund "border enforcement." "
"Civil liberties groups warn this grant will create new pathways for ICE data-sharing, acting as a Trojan horse inside Boston's own police infrastructure."

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

The BIJAN bond funds are dangerously depleted due to ICE’s stepped up violence in our communities.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

End ICE collaboration in Everett. Oct 14, 2025 6-8pm 6-6:45 outside city Hall 7-8 City Council Meeting (public comment) Room 38 Everett City Hall, 484 Broadway in Everett

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

🚨URGENT: Beloved leader ordered to report to ICE. We’re mobilizing, join us Friday at 7AM at ICE Field Office. 🔗bit.ly/BlancaSupport

Orange background overlaid with a photo of protesters at the bottom of the image. The protesters are holding signs that read “Keep Families Together” and “Free Blanca.” Large white text at the top of the image reads: “Prayer and Vigil: In support of our sister, Blanca.” Smaller black text continues: “Support our beloved Salem community member, organizer, and business owner at risk of ICE detention and arrest.” Beside a graphic of raised multi-colored fists, purple text reads: “Emergency mobilization.” More black text provides details: “Friday August 15th at 7:00AM, Burlington ICE Field Office, 1000 District Ave, Burlington, MA.”

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

🚨ACTION ALERT: ICE is not stopping its attacks on Massachusetts immigrant communities! This month alone, more than 400 people have been detained across the state.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

📢HEY @massgovernor ICE is targeting MA with unprecedented violence. But we haven’t heard anything from you. We are calling on you to show courage! Protect your constituents: immigrants, refugees, and ALL of us across the Commonwealth.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

As reported in The Guardian: The US government has jailed hundreds of immigrants in notorious federal prisons, cutting people off from their attorneys and families and subjecting them to brutal conditions.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

People of faith are calling on Gov Healey to protect our immigrant neighbors and our communities by passing the Dignity not Deportations Act and getting ICE off our streets and out of our churches. #SacredSanctuary

Text on purple with a subtle cross visible in the background and a sign reading "you are welcome."
Text reads: Sanctuary is Sacred: Public Worship and Action for Immigration Justice
Boston, MA
Good Friday, April 18, 4PM
RSVP link: https://tinyurl.com/GFSanctuary

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WBUR @wbur.org · 27/03/2025

More than a thousand people gathered at Powder House Square near the Tufts University campus Wednesday evening to protest the arrest and possible deportation of student Rumeysa Ozturk.

wbur.org

Protesters demand Tufts student's release following arrest by immigration officials

More than a thousand people gathered at Powder House Square near the Tufts University campus Wednesday evening to protest the arrest and possible deportation of graduate student Rumeysa Ozturk.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

From @bostonglobe.com Across Massachusetts, federal immigration agents conducted an intense six-day sweep, arresting 370 people. This marks a shift toward broader, more cruel operations.

Grayscale map of New England with the deadline, "After ICE arrests hundreds in Mass., families who thought they would be safe are reeling"
Three locations are highlighted with accompanying text bubbles.
The first points to Chelsea and reads, "A Salvadoran father with a work permit, no known criminal record, and pending asylum taken into custody on his way to work."
The second points to New Bedford and reads, "Several workers were arrested by immigration authorities on their way to a construction site."
The third points to Fall River and reads, "A US citizen from Puerto Rico said federal officials blocked her car and wouldn't let her leave until she had shown them three different forms of identification."

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

On March 25th Tufts grad student Rumeysa Ozturk was captured by ICE agents while leaving her apartment. We do not yet know where she is detained.

Photo of a rally with a Palestinian flag in the foreground.
Black text on a yellow background.
The text reads:
Stand with Rumeysa Ozturk: Tufts PhD student abducted by Trump administration.
Emergency rally March 26th, 5:30 p.m. Powderhouse Square Park.

Stand up. Fight back. Keep ICE out of our community.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

Involuntary transfers are a form of institutional violence. Transfers prevent people in detention from advocating for themselves, accessing legal representation, being in contact with loved ones. #ICEtransfers #bijan #beyondboston #freethemall #newengland #protectimmigrants 1/3

Green text on a cream background that reads "UPDATE:AT LEAST 114 ICE DETAINEES TRANSFERRED FROM PLYMOUTH, MA to ESTANCIA, NM." In the upper right corner is additional text that reads @beyondboston

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Conozca sus derechos - parodo/a por la policia, agentes de immigracion o el FBI

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Saiba os seus direitos - ao ser parado pela Policia, Agentes de Imigracao ou FBI

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

From MetroWest Legal Services, regarding false information circulating about ICE operations in the Metrowest Massachusetts area. #knowyourrights #mapoli

White background with blue circle and white design in top left corner and body black text reading "MetroWest Legal Services." Black text in body reads "CLARIFICATION ABOUT FALSE INFORMATION CIRCULATING ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29th: Since Wednesday evening 1/29/25, messages have been circulating in Metrowest and beyond, warning of a massive ICE operation on 1/30/25. These messages warn of roadblocks on principal roads, drones detecting people in their homes and warns immigrants to stay home from work. Local schools are seeing reduced attendance. The announcement cites the Department of Immigrant Protection; this is not a real government agency. We strongly condemn this false and malicious messaging, whose effect is to cause hurt and disrupt people's lives.
Please know that all people in the United States (including immigrants) have rights. Exercising your rights can help protect you and your family: https://www.aclu.org/.../MKG17-KYR-Police-Immigration-FBI...
https://www.aclu.org/.../MKG17-KYR-PoliceImmigrationFBI...
https://www.aclu.org/.../MKG17-KYR-Police-Immigration-FBI...
Know your rights! We must defend our communities against these malicious attacks!"

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

Regardless of your immigration status, it is important to familiarize yourself with your rights & share this information with community members! Check the link for graphics and handouts in English, Haitian Creole, Spanish, and Portuguese. miracoalition.org/news/know-yo... #knowyourrights #mira

A white square with red, blue, and yellow stripes, large white text that reads "KNOW YOUR RIGHTS!" and small black text that reads "No matter your immigration status in the United States, you have legal rights." In the top right corner a red map of Massachusetts with white text that reads "MIRA" next to blue text that reads "Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy Coalition"

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

SPREAD INFORMATION, NOT PANIC! When reporting or boosting potential threats, provide as much information as possible. USE YOUR JUDGEMENT WE KEEP US SAFE! #protectimmigrants #protectimmigrantcommunities #beyondbondboston #notoice #knowyourrights #freethemall #immigrantjustice #immigrantrights #boston

Red and white text on a brown background that reads “SPREAD INFORMATION, NOT PANIC!
When reporting or boosting potential threats, provide as much information as possible.
S ize/strength
‘5 to 6 law enforcement officers’
A ctions/activity
‘harassing random people on the street’
L ocation/direction
‘Chicago, west of Millenium Park, on Michigan Ave’
U niform/clothes
‘Dark blue uniforms that say POLICE ICE on the back’
T ime and date of observation
‘12:45 January 20’
E quipment and weapons
‘They have helmets, vests, and batons’
USE YOUR JUDGEMENT. WE KEEP US SAFE!”

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Línea Directa De Defensa Del Inmigrante: (617) 988-0606 Póngase en contacto con office@lawyersforcivilrights.org para reservar una presentación de Conozca sus derechos.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Immigrant Defense Hotline: (617) 988-0606 Know Your Rights Resources: Please contact office@lawyersforcivilrights.org to schedule a KYR presentation for your community.

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

It is important that as we face these threats, we keep community in mind and spread information, not panic. It takes all of us to protect our immigrant communities and to say NO to ICE.

Red and white text on a brown background that reads “As of January 22, ICE has begun community sweeps.
According to media collaborating with ICE, 8 people were arrested in the Boston area and 420 across the U.S.
Skill up with resources: defendandrecruit.org”

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BIJAN (Boston Immigration Justice Accompaniment Network) @beyondbondbos.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

With reports of increased ICE activity, please remember that you have rights, so take a moment to refresh yourself on these today.

A red closed fist with a purple halo surrounding it. Above is red text on a brown background that reads "NO ICE IN OUR COMMUNITITES:"

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