"We see ourselves as part of a broader movement comprised of many allies ... in which immigration detention does not exist, and in which universal representation in immigration court does."

"Here at Baker County Detention Center you never go outside or get to see the sun."

"Some men attacked me and left me to die. I am alive by a miracle."

"There is a lot of corruption in ICE and immigration judges do not have fair trials."

"I cannot take the poverty in Honduras anymore. I need to support my daughter."

“Libre," a 12-minute film sheds light on one of many hidden costs of reunification for immigrant families.

by Cindy KnoebelThis continues our series highlighting women whose work and activism are helping immigrants caught in the dragnet of our country's immigration system.Lucia Martel-Dow is Director of Immigration and Social Services for Canal Alliance, a nonprofit champion of immigrants challenged by a lack of resources and an unfamiliar

"My country is in chaos," Noheli says. "I'm afraid for my children."

Freeing Alejandra from detention means that she can continue to pursue her asylum claim with the support of her family and her community.