LULAC Officially Launches El Pueblo Unido: A Resource Guide for Community Leaders

Dear John,

LULAC is proud to announce the official launch of El Pueblo Unido: A Resource Guide for Community Leaders—a vital tool designed to help key institutions navigate recent policy changes impacting immigrant communities.

This guide builds on El Escudo: Immigrant Rights and Resources Toolkit, which we launched just a few weeks ago. El Escudo serves as a one-stop shop for immigrants to understand their rights, prepare for potential deportation, and access critical resources. True to LULAC’s legacy of using El Escudo—“the shield”—to protect Latino communities from injustice, this latest resource shifts the focus to empowering community leaders so they can support and defend those most vulnerable.

On January 20, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security rescinded a policy that protected sensitive locations—such as churches, schools, and hospitals—from immigration enforcement. This rollback grants ICE broader authority to take enforcement actions in these spaces, undermining public safety and sowing fear in places that should serve as safe havens.

El Pueblo Unido provides essential information to help institutions respond to these harmful policy shifts. It covers constitutional rights—including protection against unreasonable searches and the right to remain silent—while offering practical guidance for those working to shield their communities from harm.

Inspired by the powerful chant ¡El pueblo unido jamás será vencido! ("A united people will never be defeated"), this guide underscores the resilience of our communities in the face of relentless attacks. Now more than ever, we must stand together to ensure our communities have access to basic services without fear.

Please help us spread the word about these resources to anyone and everyone who can use them. Together, we will continue to fight for dignity, safety, and justice.

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About LULAC
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is the nation's oldest and largest Latino civil rights organization. Founded in 1929, LULAC is committed to advancing the rights and opportunities of Latino Americans through advocacy, community building, and education. With a growing network of councils nationwide, LULAC remains steadfast in its mission to protect and empower millions of Latinos, contributing daily to America's prosperity. For more information about LULAC and its initiatives, please visit www.LULAC.org.