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Saturday, October 19, 2013

Asian American youth speak out for immigration reform

Asian American youth speak out for immigration reform:

ASIAN AMERICAN YOUTH SPEAK OUT FOR IMMIGRATION REFORM

Elevate the voices of Asian American youth in the immigration debate



Asian American youth! You have a stake in immigration reform. Chicago's Fighting Youth Shouting Out for Humanity (FYSH) -- a social justice-oriented youth leadership council of the Korean American Resource and Cultural Center -- collected over 1,000 signatures from young people all over the country in support of Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Featuring spoken word performances from local youth, this video campaignaims to elevate the voices of Asian American youth in the immigration debate:



Awesome work from these young activists. As part of the campaign, youth leaders will meet with local legislative targets to demand the House pass comprehensive immigration reform that keeps families together. For more information on how you can participate in the National AAPI Campaign for Immigration Reform, visit the Stand With Families website and the FYSH Facebook page.